Founded in New Zealand

Our Story

Born from a simple need. Made for better rest.

SERNUE began with something personal.

My partner works night shifts, which means that while much of the world is awake, she’s trying to get the rest she needs.

She went looking for silk eye masks and pillowcases — something gentle against her skin, comfortable enough for daytime sleep, and kind to her hair while she rested.

But what she found wasn’t quite what she was looking for. Products advertised as silk turned out to be blends of polyester and silk, rather than the genuine quality she had hoped for.

That experience sparked an idea.

Why should finding genuine, high-quality silk essentials be so difficult?

Around the same time, I noticed something similar with my brother, who also works shifts. I never imagined he’d be someone looking for silk eye masks, but to my surprise, he already owned several and was still searching for something better.

It made me realise that the need for comfort, softness and quality rest isn’t limited to any one person or lifestyle.

Whether you’re a nurse finishing a long night shift, someone working unpredictable hours, or simply someone who values a more comfortable night’s sleep, we all deserve to rest well.

Rest doesn’t follow a schedule. Neither should comfort.

That’s why I created SERNUE.

A New Zealand-founded brand built around a simple belief: everyone deserves a little more comfort when it’s time to rest, no matter what time of day that may be.

Our collection focuses on genuine 100% mulberry silk essentials, thoughtfully chosen for their softness, smooth feel and gentle contact with your skin and hair.

From silk pillowcases that help reduce friction against your hair to soft silk eye masks that make your rest feel more comfortable, every product has a purpose.

We wanted to bring these essentials together in one place, without compromising on the material you’re actually looking for.

A little less friction. A little more rest.

SERNUE is for the night-shift workers, the early starters, the light sleepers, and everyone finding their own moment to switch off.

Because rest isn’t always at night.

And comfort shouldn’t have to be either.

SERNUE — Rest on your own schedule.

Founded in New Zealand. Made for the way you rest.