Oxford Cotton Plain Duvet Cover Set - White

The Oxford duvet cover set is pure cotton bedding in a crisp, plain white, finished with the wide flat border that gives the Oxford style its name. It comes in four sizes, single through to super king, so you can dress a spare room or a main bed from the same range. The fabric is percale, a plain-weave cotton with a smooth, cool hand and a 200 thread count, and the cover fastens with buttons along the opening so the duvet stays put and the cover lifts off easily at wash time.

Plain white bedding is the easiest thing in the house to live with, which is why it turns up in so many hotels. It sits happily against any headboard and any wall colour, it layers under a throw or a coloured blanket without a fight, and it lets you change the look of a room by swapping everything around it rather than the bed itself. It suits a guest room you want to keep calm and neutral, and it suits a main bedroom where you would rather the bed felt fresh than busy. Percale is a good year-round choice because the plain weave breathes, so it does not feel clammy in summer or cold to climb into.

The Oxford border runs around the edge of the cover and the pillowcases, giving a flat framed panel that reads as neat rather than fussy. Being pure cotton, it washes and wears well and takes a hot iron if you want the crisp look pressed in, though many people are happy to shake it out and let it settle. The set is completed by pillowcases: the single comes with one, and the double, king and super king each come with two. Extra Oxford pillowcases are available separately if you need more.

What is percale and how does it feel?

Percale is a plain-weave cotton with a crisp, cool, matt finish rather than a sheen. It feels fresh against the skin and breathes well, which makes it comfortable across the seasons.

What is the Oxford border?

It is the flat fabric edge that frames the cover and pillowcases, so the panel sits within a neat border. It gives a tidy, finished look without any pattern.

How many pillowcases come with the set?

The single size includes one pillowcase, and the double, king and super king each include two. Additional Oxford pillowcases can be bought separately if you want more.

How do I get the duvet in and out?

The cover has a button-fastening opening along one edge, so you can slide the duvet in, fasten the buttons and unfasten them again easily when it is time to wash.

Can I iron it for the crisp hotel look?

Cotton takes a hot iron well, so you can press the cover for a smooth, crisp finish. If you prefer, shaking it out on the bed lets it settle naturally.