Where Does the Sham Go on the Bed?

Beautiful bedding can transform the ambiance of your room, and that’s what shams are for. These covers, known as shams, pillow shams, or bed shams, are decorative covers for your pillows.

The most common pillow sham sizes are Standard Sham (26″ x 20″) and Euro Sham (26″ x 26″). Unlike standard pillowcases, the pillow sham is generally open in the back center, with slightly overlapping fabric or closed with a hidden zipper. Pillow shams are usually available in sets of two and are made of the same fabric as the duvet cover.

A sham is a fancy pillow cover that changes ordinary pillow stuffing into useful bedroom accessories. However, it is essential to place the sham cover correctly on your bed to achieve the best look.

Where Do You Place Shams?

Shams are mainly used for ornamentation on the bed. As a result, they are positioned on the bed differently than standard pillow coverings.

Euro shams, such as our elegant Islamorada multi-woven sham, can be used as a background behind standard-size pillow shams and king and queen-sized pillows. Textured or plain euro shams can also be paired with standard shams that coordinate with the duvet cover. In addition, Euro shams have flanges and pretty details that make them the perfect buy to give your bedroom a classy look.

Standard shams can be placed behind or in front of the pillows on which you sleep. Many people sleep on standard-sized pillows, removing the shams at night and replacing them in the morning. Therefore, standard shams are a perfect buy to change the look of your regular, standard pillow and make it look more fashionable. For instance, our Merveille Beige sham adds a subtle but classic look to your regular pillow.

Boudoir shams are decorative covers for a Boudoir pillow (12 x 6) which is rectangular shaped. They can be placed in front of the standard pillows. Boudoir pillows such as our artistic Rendez Vous shams are the ideal buy to give your bed a beautiful finishing touch.

Neckroll pillows are an example of pure class. They are an excellent addition to give your bedroom a royal look. They can either be placed in the corners of the bed or the front row of your pillow arrangement.

How to Style Shams?

You can also style shams differently on different days and style your shams according to your mood.

Stacked Shams:

This is a simple way to style shams and is best for an everyday look. For this setup, place your sleeping pillows on the mattress horizontally. Then, put your sham-covered pillows on top of those pillows. Stacking your pillows gives your room a minimalist look quickly and effectively. In case you suddenly have guests coming over, or you are just in the mood to change your bedroom look without much effort, you can just add decorative pillows to your stack.

Layered Shams:

Layering your shams is the most regal and majestic look you can give to your bedroom. It’s ideal if you have different pillows of different sizes and designs. To create this look, place your standard pillow in a vertical position against the headboard. Then, create a row of Euro shams right in front of the standard pillows. Next, create a third row of the queen and king-size pillows. Additionally, you can make a third and fourth row of neck rolls and boudoir shams to act as the perfect icing on the cake.

Asymmetrical Shams:

Arranging shams asymmetrically gives your bedroom a modern and classy look. This works best when you have pillows of the same texture and design. An asymmetrical arrangement of shams will add a fancy look to your bedroom without much effort and cost. For this arrangement, follow the instructions discussed above for layer shams, except keep larger pillows on one corner of the bed and smaller ones on the other.

Why Should You Buy Shams Today?

Solution To Dirty Pillows: Pillows are made of fillings that can easily get damaged if washed frequently. Shams are a solution to this problem and eliminate the need to replace pillows now and then. In addition, they act as a protective cover, help keep your pillows clean and prevent their color from fading.

Variety:  Shams come in various shapes, sizes, and designs to complement the look of your room. They give you the option to decorate your bedroom according to your likes and dislikes.

Convenience: Shams are simple to put on and remove because they serve as covers. It is simple to care for them; you can wash them at home without much effort or have them dry cleaned.

Shams can be the perfect key to stylish bedding. Buy today and use this guide to style them. Happy styling!