Simba Egyptian Cotton Pillowcase Pair reviewed

The Simba Egyptian Cotton Pillowcase Pair is two 50 x 75cm pillowcases in 300 thread count Egyptian cotton sateen, sold for £45 the pair. They are the smoothest pillowcases Simba makes, and the Egyptian cotton line averages 4.8 out of 5 from 48 buyer reviews.

The fabric

This line is woven as sateen, where each thread floats over three and under one. That puts more yarn on the surface, so the fabric feels silky, drapes well and has a soft sheen. Simba uses 100% Egyptian cotton at 300 thread count, the highest in its bedding range, and says the cotton is certified by the Cotton Egypt Association, which licenses manufacturers to label products as genuine Egyptian cotton. The finished pieces also carry OEKO-TEX Standard 100, the safety label for textiles tested for harmful substances. Like all Simba bedding, it is cut and sewn by the Costa family in Guimarães, Portugal.

The standard 50 x 75cm size fits most UK pillows, including Simba’s AeroDown, which has the same dimensions. Simba’s smaller Hybrid Pillow, at 45 x 70cm, will sit slightly loose. A smooth sateen surface creates less friction against hair and skin than a crisp percale.

Sizes and prices

We checked the regular price on simbasleep.com on 15 October 2026; Light Cappuccino and Dusty Rose were on clearance for less. Delivery is free and usually next day for orders before 1pm.

Washing and care

Simba recommends washing inside out on a cold cycle with similar colours, then a low tumble dry with wool dryer balls. Turning the fabric inside out protects the sateen sheen from rubbing against other laundry. Sateen creases less than percale, so a firm shake before making the bed is usually enough. A second pair lets you change pillowcases midweek, when they need it more often than the rest of the bed.

Who it suits

Choose these pillowcases if you want a silky feel on your face without buying a full set, or to match an Egyptian cotton cover. They cost £6 more per pair than the percale ones and feel warmer. Wash them inside out on a cold cycle. Simba allows 30 days to return unused bedding, as its returns page explains.