How to Choose a Silk Duvet Cover Set? Size, Momme, and Fabric Guide

Your duvet cover is the item that stays in contact with your skin the longest throughout the night. That is why when choosing a silk duvet cover set, you should look not only at the color, but also at whether the fabric is truly silk, its momme count, and the size that fits your bed. In this guide, we explain step by step everything you need to know to choose the right silk duvet cover.

1. Real silk or satin?

Most products sold on the market as "silk satin duvet cover sets" are actually polyester satin. Satin is a weaving technique; it looks shiny, but synthetic fibers do not breathe, trap sweat, and create static electricity. A pure silk duvet cover, on the other hand, is woven from natural protein fibers obtained from the cocoon of the silk moth.

• Check the label: It should say "100% silk" or "100% mulberry silk". Terms like "silky", "silk-look", or "satin" indicate that it is not silk.
• Look for a certificate: Independent laboratory testing documents that the fabric is truly silk. İpekshop duvet cover sets are SGS-approved 100% mulberry silk.
• Evaluate the price: More than 15 square meters of silk fabric are required for a double set. Very low-priced "silk" duvet covers are usually synthetic.

2. Momme count: 19 or 22?

Momme indicates the density of the silk fabric; just as cotton has a thread count, silk has momme. As the momme increases, the fabric becomes fuller, more durable, and longer-lasting.

• 16–19 momme: Thin and light, it wears out faster with intensive use.
• 22 momme: Contains approximately 16% more silk than 19 momme. It is the most balanced choice for products used every day and washed frequently, such as duvet covers.

All our silk duvet cover sets are made from 22 momme fabric. For more about momme, you can read our What is momme? article.

3. Single piece of fabric or with seams?

Producing large pieces of silk fabric is difficult; therefore, some duvet covers are sewn by joining several pieces. Seams not only ruin the appearance but also become the area that wears out the most over time. Ask before purchasing whether the product is sewn from a single piece of fabric. İpekshop duvet covers have no joined seams.

4. Choose the right size: single, double, or king

Having the duvet cover hang comfortably over the edges of the bed both looks stylish and prevents it from slipping off you during the night. Measure the width of your bed and choose according to the table below:

Tip: A double silk duvet cover set is sufficient for a 160 cm wide bed; however, if you use a thick duvet or want it to hang more loosely over the edges, king size will give better results. If your bed is outside standard sizes, we prepare a custom-sized duvet cover and silk sheet for you.

5. Color selection

Silk reflects light with a soft shine; therefore, light tones make the bedroom look spacious, while dark tones make it warmer. Off-white and beige match every decor; pink and dusty blue add a more romantic atmosphere; silver stands out in modern rooms. To complement the color of the duvet cover, you can add a silk pillowcase in a different shade.

6. Things you need to know when using a silk duvet cover

• Does not make you sweat: Silk is a breathable fiber; it keeps you cool in summer and warm in winter. Those who experience night sweats feel the difference in the first week.
• Gentle on skin and hair: Its smooth surface reduces friction; there are fewer facial creases and hair frizz in the mornings.
• Natural and anti-allergic: Silk protein makes it difficult for dust mites to settle; it is suitable for sensitive skin and allergy-prone individuals.
• Slight softening on the first wash: Real silk softens a bit more in the first washes and adapts to body temperature faster; this is normal.

7. Care: how to wash a silk duvet cover?

• Wash at 30°C on a delicate cycle or by hand; turn it inside out and put it in a wash bag.
• Use a pH-neutral shampoo suitable for silk. Sonett Organic Silk Wash Shampoo is made for this purpose.
• Do not use bleach or standard fabric softener, and do not put it in the dryer.
• Dry in a place away from direct sunlight; if necessary, iron on the reverse side at a low temperature.

In short: the right silk duvet cover set

If you choose a set that is documented as 100% mulberry silk, 22 momme, sewn from a single piece of fabric, and in the right size for your bed, you will use it for years. You can browse our silk duvet cover set collection, and if you are undecided about the size, you can write to us on WhatsApp. All orders are shipped with free Hepsijet cargo and can be returned for free within 30 days.