Have you ever wondered which size to buy? Pillow sizing can seem daunting, but we’re here to demystify it. Pillows vary in size and shape to suit personal taste. Different pillow sizes offer more comfort by varying the fill. They fit different beds and pillow cases. Choosing a pillow is simple. With a few tips, you’ll always pick the right size. If you need the perfect bed pillow to match your sleeping habits and positioning, visit Icon Sleep.
1. Know pillow sizes for a comfy bed
Pillow sizes usually match bed sizes. The Super Standard, also called Standard/Queen or Jumbo, gives retailers a size between small and medium so they can carry more pillow styles. Our Pillow Sizes Chart shows the most common sizes for each type of pillow, but sizes can vary so check the size if you need something specific.
2. Match pillows to bed size or be creative
It may seem simple to buy a king pillow for a king bed, but you can use any size pillow. Match pillow size to bed size, but then get creative. There are fewer options for a Queen or Full bed, but there are hundreds of pillow combinations. Here are a few classics to get you started:
3. Do pillow case sizes matter?
Standard and King pillow cases exist. Standard size fits Standard, Super Standard, and Queen. Fortunately, sheet manufacturers accommodate manufacturer variations when sizing their cases and err on the larger side, so our worst case scenario is the pillow case will have more room than less.
Hint:
- Buy a larger pillow case if you want your pillow to fluff and conform, especially if it’s gusseted.
- When you want to keep a pillow’s volume and height or revive an old one, go smaller.
- For extra height and volume, tuck the pillow case ends in tightly.
4. Conform to comfort
Some sleepers – usually side and stomach sleepers – mold and squish their pillow several times a night so it conforms to their head. These sleepers prefer a Standard or Super Standard size pillow over a King or Queen.
Some sleepers use a pillow to block out light and noise. These sleepers need a light, conforming pillow, not a king or queen size. A pillow with all-down or down alternative fill (one being retired) would work well.
5. Other bedpillow dimensions matter
Standard pillow size is what we recommend first for sleeping. Long pillows can migrate fill to the ends more easily and are less squishable due to their volume. Some sleepers like a short, compact pillow. These sizes save money, so those with no preference may choose them.
The Queen pillow is a good choice for someone who tosses and turns because it gives you lots of headroom. A large pillow can add a luxurious, retreat-like feel to your bedroom.
King pillows were designed for the extra width of a King or California King bed but are great for a twin bed if your sleeper tosses and turns. They’re great for reading or using a laptop in bed. A king pillow works as a body pillow.
Euro Size: With so many Euro Square pillow sizes, it’s easy to decorate your bed. They’re used for decor and reading pillows (whether we are reading a book or like to bring the laptop to bed). In Germany and Holland, the 26″ square is also used as a pillow. When traveling, you may need a new-sized pillow.
Pillow Sizes: For a designer look, use a larger size for reading pillows (king, queen, or euro) and a smaller size for sleeping. This fills your pillow needs and allows fun color and pattern combinations in shams and bed pillow cases.