Fits well, washed well, looks beautiful (I got the red poppy duvet with one pillow sham), and is soft and cozy! I recently purchased a new mattress set & decided to go 'all out' so I got high thread count sheets and a down-alternative comforter. I had some trouble finding a king-size duvet cover. Pretty ones were expensive. I bought a cover from Ikea, and the cover was way too small even though it was supposed to be a king.
I also was pleasantly surprised at how easily I was able to get this duvet cover on my quilt! I'm typing this review as I'm contemplating getting another cover in a different pattern.
Product DescriptionPinzon's soft, supple 150-gram flannel duvet is just the right weight to provide warmth in cold weather and to be absorptive in warm weather, so you can use it year-round. Expertly made in Portugal with 150 grams of cotton per square meter, the fabric is napped to give it the soft, flannel texture and is pre-shrunk for durability and easy care at home in the washer and dryer. For easy accessorizing, the duvet is printed with a choice of three attractive patterns: Blue Rose, Hydrangea, and Red Poppy. Mix and match the duvet with Pinzon flannel, yarn-dyed flannel, and velvet sheets and accessories for a layered look with an ultra-soft feel. Offered in Twin, Full, Queen, and King sizes, the duvet is finished with a hidden button closure. The King duvet measures 105 by 86 inches.
Fabric Definition
Flannel: Flannel fabrics are noted for their fuzzy softness, warmth, and durability, and they can be dyed or printed. Thought to have been popularized in Wales in the 17th century, flannel was an all-wool fabric made of woolen or worsted yarns, with a brushed surface and a soft napped finish obscuring its weave. Flannel may be plain woven or twill woven and, today, most flannel fabrics are made of cotton fibers or synthetic rayon fibers that are slightly napped on both sides to resemble the old woolen or worsted yarn weaves. A wide range of flannel weights and textures is available. The fabric weight and quality of the napping affect the warmth and softness of the fabric. Many people prefer flannel bedding during the cold, winter months, but some flannel weights are appropriate in breatheability and comfort all year long.
History of the Region
Portugal's major textile factories are located in Guimaraes. Guimaraes is known as the "cradle" or "birth city" of Portugal, since it is home to the castle of Portugal's first king. As one of the country's most historic cities with well-preserved monuments, it is a popular tourist attraction. Among other sites to see are two squares with outdoor cafes and balconied houses, called Praça de Santiago and Largo da Oliveira. At Largo da Oliveira is the old Town Hall and the Church of Nossa Senhora da Oliveira, with a Gothic shrine erected in 1340 standing before it. There are many legends about its origins, but a popular story says it marks the spot where Wamba, elected king of the Visigoths, refused his title and drove a pole into the ground swearing that he would not reign until it blossomed, and it sprouted immediately. Guimaraes hosts an annual 3-day festival of medieval art and costume in the first week of August, which dates from the middle of the 15th century and includes a torchlight procession and a medieval parade. Not only renowned for textiles and historical sites, Guimaraes is in the heart of the "Vinho Verde" region, so called for its locally produced fresh, young "green wines."
Click Here to see more reviews about: Pinzon 150 Gram Printed Flannel Duvet Cover
The picture is a little deceptive, as it is only the sheet set and not the bedspread as well. Otherwise, nice product.
