U.S.-based home goods retailer The Citizenry sells sustainable, globally produced home goods almost exclusively online. The brand specializes in fair-trade textiles, working directly with artisans worldwide. Each item is handcrafted in small batches, hand numbered, and available only in limited quantities. In addition to sheets, The Citizenry’s product line includes furniture, throws, rugs, and other fair-trade home goods.
The Citizenry has a single stonewashed linen line of sheets. Sheets, pillowcases, and Euro shams are made from machine-washable French flax linen. Each sheet set includes one flat sheet, one fitted sheet, and two pillowcases. The fitted sheet can fit mattresses up to 15” deep.
Colors are neutral tones, typically solids ranging from charcoal to blush. Sheet sets are available in full, queen, and king sizes. Full and queen sheet sets come with standard pillowcases and king sheet sets include king-size pillowcases.
However, sustainability and luxury do not come cheap. The Citizenry’s sheet sets carry an above-average price point. But the sheets have an excellent durability rating, so they could be a wise investment.
All of The Citizenry’s textile products, including sheet sets, are Oeko-Tex certified, which means they’re free of harmful substances. The Citizenry has a commitment to produce goods sustainably with fair wages and working environments. The linen is sourced from France and woven in Portugal by a family-run mill.
Read on for a full review of The Citizenry’s small-batch artisan bedding collection. See how the sheets are rated for durability, temperature, fit, and more.
Meet Our Testing Team
Lauren
Brad
Jackson
Jeremy
Keith
General Overview
Pros
Excellent durability and temperature regulation
Comfortable and machine washable
Sustainable and fair trade
100% French flax linen milled by Portugese artisans
Below, you’ll find our ratings for The Citizenry sheet set. Our evaluation system consists of in-house examination, external testing, and analyzing verified owner reviews. To learn more about this process, click here.
Full Sleep Rating
Criteria
Rating
Durability
Temperature Regulation
Comfort & Feel
Cleaning
Fit
Durability
Temperature Regulation
Comfort & Feel
Cleaning
Fit
Durability
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A good set of sheets will hold up to daily wear and tear and regular washing. They should last for several years.
The Stonewashed Linen Sheets are finely crafted of resilient French flax. In our testing they showed no wear, pilling, or lack of durability whatsoever. After repeated washings and use, the linen softened nicely.
Durability
x
A good set of sheets will hold up to daily wear and tear and regular washing. They should last for several years.
The Stonewashed Linen Sheets are finely crafted of resilient French flax. In our testing they showed no wear, pilling, or lack of durability whatsoever. After repeated washings and use, the linen softened nicely.
Temperature Regulation
x
Your sheets should not cause you to wake up in a cold sweat in the middle of the night. Sheets need to wick moisture away from the body and allow for adequate airflow.
Linen is known for its breathable nature and these sheets from Citizenry are no different. If you sleep hot, you will find a perfect pairing in the Stonewashed Linen Sheets.
Temperature Regulation
x
Your sheets should not cause you to wake up in a cold sweat in the middle of the night. Sheets need to wick moisture away from the body and allow for adequate airflow.
Linen is known for its breathable nature and these sheets from Citizenry are no different. If you sleep hot, you will find a perfect pairing in the Stonewashed Linen Sheets.
Comfort & Feel
x
A good pair of sheets will feel soft to the touch and won’t snag on your body while you sleep.
Though initially rougher, these sheets soften quickly. In fact, our testing team claimed they were some of the most comfortable sheets they've used.
Comfort & Feel
x
A good pair of sheets will feel soft to the touch and won’t snag on your body while you sleep.
Though initially rougher, these sheets soften quickly. In fact, our testing team claimed they were some of the most comfortable sheets they've used.
Cleaning
x
This rating refers to how easy the sheets are to clean and how resistant they are to wrinkling and pilling.
As Citizenry says on their website, these sheets do shed lightly during the first washing or two, but stopped after the second wash. True for most linen sheets, the Stonewashed Linen Sheets do wrinkle somewhat.
Cleaning
x
This rating refers to how easy the sheets are to clean and how resistant they are to wrinkling and pilling.
As Citizenry says on their website, these sheets do shed lightly during the first washing or two, but stopped after the second wash. True for most linen sheets, the Stonewashed Linen Sheets do wrinkle somewhat.
Fit
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You don’t want your fitted sheet to fit too loosely or be over-stretched on your mattress, as this can lead to issues with the sheet coming loose from the mattress or bunching up.
With 15" pockets, our testers did not have any problem fitting the Stonewashed Linen Sheets to their mattress.
Fit
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You don’t want your fitted sheet to fit too loosely or be over-stretched on your mattress, as this can lead to issues with the sheet coming loose from the mattress or bunching up.
With 15" pockets, our testers did not have any problem fitting the Stonewashed Linen Sheets to their mattress.
The Citizenry sheets are excellent for durability and temperature regulation. Made of stonewashed linen, this type of fabric is known to be breathable, moisture wicking, and resilient. The durability is due to the French flax used to create the sheets, which is known to produce longer fibers for a stronger fabric. However, as is typical of linen sheets, they can wrinkle easily.
These sheets are machine washable and may shed lightly during the first two washings. Although they may be initially a bit course, they’ll soften quickly with washing and use. With 15” pockets, you shouldn’t have a problem fitting the sheets on your mattress.
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Learn about sizes, prices, materials, and what you need to know about delivery, returns, and warranty of The Citizenry Sheets.
Sizing and Pricing
Full$250
Queen$250
King$275
The Citizenry’s stonewashed linen sheets start at $250, a luxury price point compared to others on the market. They’re available in full, queen, and king sizes with a flat sheet, deep-pocket fitted sheet, and two pillowcases in each set. Linen pillowcases and shams are available starting at $55.
Size
Flat Sheet
Fitted Sheet
Pillowcases
Full
86”W x 96”L
54”W x 75”L x 15”D
27”W x 20”L
Queen
92”W x 104”L
60”W x 80”L x 15”D
27”W x 20”L
King
104”W x 110”L
76”W x 80”L x 15”D
37”W x 20”L
Materials and Construction
Get the specs on materials, weave, colors, and more for The Citizenry’s sheet sets.
Product Name
Material
Weave
Bundle Options
Colors/Patterns Available
Stone Washed Linen Sheets
100% French Flax Linen
Linen
4-piece set with additional pillowcases and shams sold separately
8 color options available
The Citizenry’s sheets are 100% French flax linen, which is stone washed. Stone washing is a garment wash process using stones to loosen the weave of the fabric, which gives it softness and a lived-in look. The sheets are available in eight different neutral-toned colors, including a graphite stripe pattern. The sheet bundle comes in a four-piece set with a flat sheet, fitted sheet, and two pillowcases. If you need additional pillowcases or shams, you can purchase those separately.
Cleaning
The Citizenry’s linen sheets are machine washable. Gentle cycle with like colors and a mild liquid laundry detergent is recommended. Bleach is not recommended, as it can weaken linen fibers. Laundry additives such as color brighteners should also be avoided, as they may cause colors to fade over time. Tumble dry on low and use your dryer’s wrinkle release setting, then remove promptly to minimize wrinkling. Wool dryer balls are recommended for fluffiness instead of dryer sheets.
Note the material will shed on the first few washes, as linen is a natural fiber. Ironing linen is not necessary, but if you prefer to iron your sheets, you can do so on your iron’s warm or linen setting. Do not use a hot iron, which can cause linen fibers to shrink together and break. Stains should be treated right away.
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Free shipping is available in the contiguous United States. International shipping and shipping to Alaska and Hawaii is available for a fee.
What Is the Delivery Policy?
Orders arrive in six to seven business days with free ground shipping. Additional options for two or three to five business days are available for a fee. Some items have a delayed shipping date, which is noted on the product page.
Return Policy and Warranty Details
There is no trial period or warranty. Returns of new, unused items accepted within 30 days of delivery.
Company Information
Company History
The Citizenry was founded in late 2013.
BBB Rating
The Citizenry is not rated by the Better Business Bureau.
Physical Stores
The Citizenry does not operate any brick and mortar locations, but offers occasional pop-up shops.
