I wanted a duvet cover to go over my old patternedcomforter.I purchased the taupe color and was pleasantly surprised that it not only concealed  my queen-sized comforter but was cotton percale! I love the weave and finish of percale sheets; it's both soft and durable. There were some minor wrinkles after washing (as should be expected with anything cotton),  but I did not feel the need to iron it, and I don't think it detracts from the look of the cover.