: a smooth durable lustrous fabric usually made of cotton in satin weave
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Look for cotton percale sheets in the summer over other cotton sheets like jersey knit, sateen or flannel, which are better for cooler weather.
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Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
22 June 2026
The newest iteration of Brooklinen’s luxe sateen sheets prove that sometimes the sequel lives up to the original.
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Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
10 June 2026
The quilt’s oversized fit creates an effortless yet curated look, while the sateen weave offers just the right amount of shine.
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Better Homes & Gardens,
5 June 2026
They’re made from 300-thread-count sateen fabric with a silky feel.
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Bestreviews,
Chicago Tribune,
4 June 2026
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Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
22 June 2026
The newest iteration of Brooklinen’s luxe sateen sheets prove that sometimes the sequel lives up to the original.
—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
10 June 2026
The quilt’s oversized fit creates an effortless yet curated look, while the sateen weave offers just the right amount of shine.
—
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 June 2026
They’re made from 300-thread-count sateen fabric with a silky feel.
—
Bestreviews,
Chicago Tribune,
4 June 2026
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“Sateen.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sateen. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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sateen
noun
sa·teen
sa-ˈtēn 
: a glossy cotton fabric resembling satin
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