what size is a continental pillow
European Pillows (Euro or Continental) These large 26-inch square Decorative Pillows are typically placed against the headboard to dress up the bed, they also provide extra support for sitting up, reading, or watching TV in bed.ying them flat), then place your Sleeping Pillows or Pillow Shams, in front of them. 1  Ideally (2) or (3) are used with a Queen bed and (3) or (4) with a King bed. 2  Not only are Euro Shams functional, they add a great fill and height to the bed, giving it a look of âmany Pillowsâ.