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Alaska Bear silk pillowcases
4 mulberry silk pillowcases in 19, 22 and 25 momme, from $25.99 to $79.99. Choose the weight, then the closure, then the size.
Step up by weight
Each step adds silk. A higher momme number means a heavier, denser fabric and a higher price.
19momme
Zipper Silk Pillowcase
The entry weight. Alaska Bear states a 600 thread count for this silk, and this case comes in the most colors and sizes.
- 600 thread count
- hidden zipper
- Queen 20x30 in, Standard 20x26 in, King 20x36 in
$25.99Queen, Ivory
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Envelope Silk Pillowcase
Heavier silk in a charmeuse weave. An envelope flap replaces the zipper, so nothing hard sits near your face.
- envelope closure
- hidden zipper
- Queen 20x30 in, King 20x36 in
Also at 22 momme: Zipper Silk Pillowcases, Set of Two, $79.99
$39.99Queen, Pale Pink
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Heavyweight Envelope Pillowcase
The heaviest silk in the range. The brand states a 900 thread count and over 30% more silk than its 19 momme case.
- 900 thread count
- envelope closure
- Queen 20x30 in, King 20x36 in
$45.99Queen, Ivory White
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Sizes
Sizes in inches
| Size | Measures | Pillowcases in this size | Colors | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 20 x 26 inches | Zipper Silk Pillowcase | 2 | $29.90 |
| Queen | 20 x 30 inches | Zipper Silk Pillowcase, Envelope Silk Pillowcase, Heavyweight Envelope Pillowcase | 12 | $25.99 |
| King | 20 x 36 inches | Zipper Silk Pillowcase, Envelope Silk Pillowcase, Heavyweight Envelope Pillowcase, Zipper Silk Pillowcases, Set of Two | 8 | $39.99 |
Best pick for
Which Alaska Bear silk pillowcase should you buy?
For a first silk pillowcase, buy the Zipper Silk Pillowcase at $25.99: 19 momme silk, a hidden zipper and the widest choice of sizes and colors. Heavier silk costs more, and the picks below say when it is worth it.
Your first silk pillowcase
19 momme silk with a stated 600 thread count, a hidden zipper and 18 size and color options.
$25.99
You dislike zippers
22 momme silk in a charmeuse weave. The pillow tucks under an envelope flap, so the case has no hardware at all.
$39.99
You want the heaviest silk
25 momme with a stated 900 thread count. The brand says it holds over 30% more silk than its 19 momme case.
$45.99
Two king pillows to cover
2 king cases of 22 momme silk in one pack, each 20 x 36 inches with a hidden zipper.
$79.99
Closure against closure
Zipper or envelope
Is a zipper or an envelope silk pillowcase better?
A zipper case is better if your pillow tends to slide out, and the Alaska Bear one starts at $25.99. An envelope case is better if you want no hardware near your face, and it starts at 22 momme.
| Compared | Hidden zipper | Envelope closure |
|---|---|---|
| How the pillow stays in | A hidden zipper closes the case fully | The pillow tucks under a deep flap |
| Hardware | 1 zipper, sewn out of sight | 0 zippers, buttons or ties |
| Changing the case | Unzip, pull, zip | Slide the pillow out in 1 move |
| Silk weight | 19 and 22 momme | 22 and 25 momme |
| Price | $25.99 to $79.99 | $39.99 to $49.99 |
| Better choice when | Your pillow is slippery or overfilled | You feel a zipper through the fabric |
Questions
About Alaska Bear silk pillowcases
Are Alaska Bear silk pillowcases machine washable?
Yes. The product descriptions of all 4 pillowcases say machine washable. Use a cool, delicate cycle and a laundry bag, and let the silk dry in the air.
What momme are Alaska Bear silk pillowcases?
Alaska Bear silk pillowcases come in 19, 22 and 25 momme. The 19 momme zipper case is the lightest, and the 25 momme envelope case is the heaviest.
What size is an Alaska Bear queen silk pillowcase?
An Alaska Bear queen silk pillowcase measures 20 x 30 inches, or 51 x 76 cm. The king size measures 20 x 36 inches.
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