One of the most popular sham sizes, the “Euro” Sham, measures 26 x 26.” Also known as a European or Continental sham, this decorative pillow is part of the main bed-scape, or “top of bed.” As part of the decorative look, Euro shams can have man different types of closures, and are meant more for propping yourself up in bed. A Queen bed typically has Euro shams, but a King bed needs 3 Euro shams to proportionately fill the bed’s width.

Solid designs are a fantastic choice if you already have a detailed bedroom décor and only want to add a burst of color to the area. If you want a duvet cover that will be used to decorate the entire bedroom, intricate designs such as branches, flowers, and stripes may be desirable. The use of embellishments like pleats add visual interest. Some duvet covers are reversible, featuring a distinct pattern on either side of the cover. Reversible duvet covers allow you to change the look of your bedroom quickly and easily without having to buy additional bedding pieces.