pillowcase shapes and sizes - what si the basic oblong one called please?

[mckenzie]

I'm trying to do an on line order and have the choice of Oxford, Housewife and Square. I'm just after a bertie basic pillowcase for DS. Which would that be please? TIA

[QwertyQueen]

oxford

[mckenzie]

thank you very much

[wotulookinat]

isn't a normal one a housewife one?

[mckenzie]

oh no!! A dfifference of opinion!!

[whoingodsnameami]

Not oxford, that has edging, you need housewife.

[bella29]

I thought oxfords have the sort of flap thing round the edge, whereas housewife ones are just plain.

Have a look at the White Comapny's website - they might explain

[mckenzie]

thanks everyone

[sagacious]

housewife is plain oblong, oxford is also oblong but has a sort of flappy edge round it

[whoingodsnameami]

this is an oxford pillowcase

[Goober]

Housewife is your standard one. The Oxford has the edging, making it bigger.

[mckenzie]

thank you all very much. It is definitely housewife that I want then. Off to change my order!

[hellymelly]

Yes,a housewife pillowcase is the bog standard model,an oxford has a flat border that extends around the case.and then of course you have frill borders,ladderstitching,.........

[SallyJane1]

I have found the most friendly advice on duvets/pillows etc at www.theduvetstore.co.uk. Have spread the word to friends and family - if you have any wierd requirements probably a good place to go. Size guide is here:www.theduvetstore.co.uk/content/view/8/34/