Dormitory Empress Blue Ombré Sateen Duvet Cover & Pillowcases

A Gradient of Blues, Framed in Sateen

Dormitory Empress features five rows of bourdon embroidery in graduated tones, forming an ombré effect in shades of blue. The design sits as a frame across the top of the duvet cover and on the pillowcases. It is made from 100% Egyptian cotton sateen at 300 thread count, finished in Italy, with a contemporary edge from short pillowcase flanges and a knife-edge finish on the duvet cover.

Styling

Blue tones give a calm, coastal feel. Pair with crisp white for a fresh look, or with navy and grey textures for something cooler and more tailored.

How to Use

Lay the duvet cover so the embroidered frame sits at the head of the bed, where it is visible when the duvet is turned back. Pillowcases come in boudoir, standard, king and Euro sizes. Pair with a Dormitory Venice fitted sheet for a matching sateen base, and follow the care label when washing.

Dimensions & Specifications

• Fabric: 100% Egyptian cotton sateen, 300 thread count, finished in Italy
• Detail: five rows of bourdon embroidery in graduated tones; short pillowcase flanges; knife-edge duvet cover
• Certification: OEKO-TEX Standard 100
• Boudoir pillowcase: 30 x 40 cm
• Standard pillowcase: 50 x 75 cm
• King pillowcase: 50 x 90 cm
• Euro pillowcase: 65 x 65 cm
• Single duvet cover: 140 x 200 cm
• Double duvet cover: 200 x 200 cm
• King duvet cover: 230 x 220 cm
• Large King duvet cover: 260 x 220 cm
• Large Emperor duvet cover: 300 x 240 cm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is bourdon embroidery?
A raised, corded satin stitch that creates a defined, slightly sculpted line.

What gives the ombré effect?
Five rows of bourdon embroidery, each in a slightly different tone, shading from one to the next.

Which fitted sheet goes with it?
Empress is designed to co-ordinate with Dormitory Venice fitted sheets.

What is a knife-edge finish?
A clean, flat seam around the duvet cover without a border or flange.

Which colours does the embroidery use?
Graduated tones of blue.

What sizes are available?
Boudoir, standard, king and Euro pillowcases, and duvet covers from Single to Large Emperor.

Why Dormitory

Dormitory takes a tailor's approach to bedding, using Italian-finished cottons and finishing touches borrowed from shirtmaking and fine linen. Every fabric carries OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certification, and sizes run well beyond the usual, from small boudoir pillowcases to Emperor and Large Emperor beds.