Feather pillows give great comfort and natural support to the neck and head because of the feathers ability to retain their shape. Feather pillows seem to conform to the contour of the neck, while staying firm enough to hold up the shape in a desired sleeping position. You may hear the term 'down' when referring to feather pillows. Down is a light, fluffy fill which retains maximum warmth and volume. The right mixture of down and feathers creates the ideal pillow with a great balance in firmness, warmth, and fluffy volume.