Hebden Percale Cotton Pillowcase Pair - Cocoa Brown

Our Hebden pillowcases come as a pair and are made from pure cotton with a relaxed waffle texture on the face and a garment-washed percale reverse. The waffle side is worked in a small grid of raised squares that catches the light and gives the fabric a soft, casual depth, while the percale reverse is the smooth, matt side you rest against. This pair is finished in a warm cocoa brown, a deep chocolate tone that reads as a quiet, grounded neutral rather than a strong colour.

These sit well in a bedroom that leans natural and understated: pale timber, linen-look throws and warm walls all sit comfortably alongside a brown this soft. Because cotton is breathable and comfortable against the skin, the pillowcases suit year-round use, and the two-in-one texture means you can turn the smooth percale side up for sleeping and show the waffle face when you dress the bed. They layer easily with plainer bedding, letting the texture do the work rather than a pattern.

Each pillowcase closes with an envelope opening, so the pillow is held in from the back with no buttons or zip to press against. The percale reverse is garment-washed, which is what gives it that lived-in, already-soft handle from the first night. Cotton takes a warm wash well and softens further with use, so these are made to be lived with rather than saved for best. As with any cotton, expect it to relax a little in the wash and to iron easily if you like a crisper look. They are part of our wider Hebden waffle bedding, so you can build a coordinated set across the range.

What is the difference between the two sides of the pillowcase?

One face is a relaxed waffle texture with raised squares, and the reverse is a smooth garment-washed percale, so you can choose either side up.

Is this one pillowcase or two?

This is sold as a pair, so you receive two pillowcases, which suits a double, king or larger bed dressed with matching cases.

What is percale and why does it matter here?

Percale is a plain, tightly woven cotton with a smooth matt finish, and the garment-washing gives this reverse a soft, lived-in handle from the start.

How does the pillowcase stay closed?

It uses an envelope closure, meaning the pillow is tucked in from behind with no buttons or zip to feel through the fabric while you sleep.

Will pure cotton crease?

Cotton relaxes and softens with washing and can crease a little, so iron it if you prefer a crisp look or leave it for a more casual finish.