Yahoo Lifestyle The ultimate guide to shopping today's luxury bedding sales
Getting into bed at the end of a long day is undoubtedly one of life’s greatest joys – and it's only made better when sinking into crisp, sumptuously soft sheets.
It's that unmatched feeling that makes investing in luxury bedding such a worthwhile move: after all, a great night’s sleep is truly priceless. Between the classic cotton sets and cool silk options, plus the rise of rustic linen bedding, there’s plenty to choose from these days.
Of course, when you're investing in the very best sheets, you'll want to be able to enjoy them for years to come, so it pays to do a little research before making your choice. Below, see everything you need to know – from the best materials to the truth about thread count – and become acquainted with the luxury bedding brands to invest in now.
Linen, cotton or silk?
Natural linen, cotton and silk are all great bedding options that’ll likely lead to a peaceful night’s sleep. To deduce which will suit you best, consider your lifestyle. Do you have your fabrics laundered? If so, cotton and silk are both best when pressed. But if your iron has long been relegated to the back of a dark cupboard, linen is the perfect low-maintenance choice with its rustic, crushed-on-purpose aesthetic.
Much has been said about the beauty benefits of sleeping in silk – and there’s solid reasoning behind the decadence. As silk is a less absorbent material than cotton, a silk pillowcase won’t soak up the oils from your hair, ensuring your blow-dry lives to last another day.
However, nothing beats a high-quality cotton sheet for that crisp, cool feeling at the end of the day. Cotton is a breathable bedding option – good if you tend to feel hot during the night. Egyptian cotton, which is often messaged as the most premium choice, is made from a specific plant that produces longer fibres, resulting in a softer weave.
Does thread count matter?
The first thing you likely think of when it comes to luxury bedding is the thread count. It may have long been hailed as the ultimate marker of quality, but a high thread count doesn’t actually guarantee a superior product: what really matters is the quality of the yarn. Thread counts can be useful to consider, though: if you like to be cooler at night, opt for a lower thread count (as this means you’re getting less threads per square inch of fabric) and if you prefer to be cosy, go higher.
The best bedding to invest in for a luxurious night's sleep
Here, see the Bazaar edit of the best luxury bedding sets to invest in now and love forever, whether you’re after patterned or plain, soft or textured…
Murmur Frida Set
Murmur's beautiful bedding range is designed to instil a sense of calm. The brand uses soothing colours found in nature to create collections that feel design-led, yet never too loud.
The Rose Shell Pink shade is inspired by the peachy beaches of Ireland's Northern coast, while Ballintoy Blue reflects the clear skies of its namesake village.
We love the rippling pattern that flows across the Frida set, which is made from pure cotton certified by the Better Cotton Initiative, ensuring ethical sourcing. Even better, you can currently save up to 70 per cent on the brand's most classic colourways - including pure white.
From £17.50
Dusk Marion Set
British brand Dusk crafts premium yet pleasingly priced bedding with a focus on timeless, non-intrusive design.
There are plenty of crisp and classic options in store here, but this season we're loving the homely appeal of the Marion collection, which is spun from 200 thread-count cotton for a light and airy feel (ideal for hot sleepers).
For more of a rustic look, consider the brand's waffle-textured Portofino collection, or opt for classic hotel style with the neatly bordered 400 thread-count Sorrento style.
From £14.40
Rise & Fall The Crisp & Cool
Working directly with luxury-level manufacturers, Rise & Fall prides itself on delivering the highest-quality materials at prices that may pleasantly surprise you.
The brand's Crisp & Cool cotton bedding makes the perfect blank canvas for vibrant throws and accessories. Each piece is made using 'gossypium barbadense', which boasts the longest fibres of all cotton types; combined with a high thread count, the result is a remarkably crisp and smooth fabric. Note the thick elasticated band that runs right around the fitted sheets: a thoughtful detail that'll stop your sheet from popping off at night.
Rise & Fall also shines in the sustainability realm: all bedding is manufactured using 100 per cent renewable energy and no harsh chemicals are used.
From £20
Joro Percale Bedding Set
Joro began as a family-owned fabric mill in Mumbai just over 40 years ago, and today it's known for its firm focus on superior fabrics.
The fresh Percale bedding sets, which come in a range of muted and matte (plus firmly colour-fast) pastel hues, are woven from 100% organic cotton with OEKO-TEX sustainability certification.
For something that feels more akin to silk, choose the Sateen sets, which are more loosely woven for an airy finish.
Set from £116
Woolroom Cotton and Linen Bedding Sets
Woolroom might be best known for its clever allergy-quelling wool pillows and duvets, but the brand also makes some excellent cotton and linen bedding sets.
The linen sets are made in Portugal and piece-dyed, which means you get a beautifully rustic finish, while the cotton options are woven from organic unbleached threads with an airy and breathable 200 thread count. Whichever you choose, you're in for a very good night's sleep.
From £12.99
Tbco
For something that'll fit right into any cottagecore aesthetic, it's Tbco you need. The brand began by creating traditional tartan blankets, and has now expanded to offer all manner of joy-inducing bedding and pyjamas. These sheets are oven in India from pure cotton, and finished with a fun ruffled trim.
From £111
John Atkinson by Hainsworth Wool Blanket
John Atkinson's weighty wool blankets are spun from pure Merino in the centuries-old Hainsworth mill in West Yorkshire. So unrivalled is the quality, the Royals are rumoured to have them in their homes. Indeed, these heavy, satin-trimmed blankets feel beautifully soft and can either be used as a throw or in place of a duvet (wool is naturally moisture-wicking and ideal for sleeping beneath).
£150
Soho Home, Luna Set
Bring Soho House's famously welcoming aesthetic into your home with the Luna bedding collection, which is made from 100 per cent European linen. It's stonewashed for that consciously crumped texture, and looks great straight from the washing machine – so there's no ironing required.
From £34
The White Company
The White Company is a go-to for many when it comes to clean-lined luxury bedding – and with good reason. Bright white and as minimalist as possible, its Savoy range is proving the most indulgent yet. Spun from 400 thread-count Egyptian cotton in Portugal, the finished product is supremely smooth yet adequately crisp.
From £23
Aeyla Eucalyptus Silk Bedding
Reacting to research finding that 60 per cent of Britons struggle to sleep when they feel too warm, luxury bedding brand Aeyla has formulated a smart solution. Its ‘eucalyptus silk’ line is crafted from hypoallergenic, breathable and ridiculously soft fibres that’ll regulate your temperature through the night, keeping even the warmest of sleepers comfortable.
The brand is leading the way in the sustainability stakes too: eucalyptus silk requires just 10 per cent of the water needed to make cotton bedding, while the fibres themselves are sourced from regenerative forests in Austria, where every felled tree is replanted.
From £29.95
Piglet in Bed Linen Bedding
Piglet in Bed has gained a cult following for its high-quality basics since opening in 2017. The company offers a range of sleep products, from pyjamas to curtains, but it’s the 100% natural stone washed flax linen bedding that’s top of our list.
From £45
Hay Ete Bedding Set
Encapsulating cool Copenhagen style, Hay is a name to know for anyone that appreciates a bright and modern aesthetic. The brand has now branched into bedding, with crisp organic-cotton duvet covers in bold block colours and even bolder stripes. The texture is cool and airy: perfect for all year round.
From £30
Tekla Bedding
It might be the brand of choice for many an interiors influencer, but Tekla is loved for more than its photogenic colourways. The brand's Portugese-made percale bedding is crafted from 100% organic cotton and lightly stonewashed to create a crisper handle. Try a sweet pastel shade – we love the lavender – to invigorate a neutral bedroom.
From £115
Bedfolk 100% Linen Bedding
All of Bedfolk’s linens are woven from 100% pure fabric and no chemicals are used in the process. Offering a wide colour range (we love the warm, muted rust, pictured) you can pick from either ultra-soft linen or three different styles of cotton: classic, relaxed or luxe.
From £50
Magniberg Bedding
Escaping the buzz of Stockholm in favour of the Baltic Coast inspired design duo Bengt Thornefors and Nina Norgren to start their home furnishings brand, Magniberg. Named after the manor house that tempted them away from the city, the collection blends fine craftsmanship with a distinctly modern aesthetic.
The supple sheets and duvet covers – hallmarked with the brand's trademark logo tag – come in a host of colours, with tongue-in-cheek prints and striking metallics joining the fold this season.
From £58
Frette Triplo Bourdon Bedding
Few brands come with a history as rich as Frette: the Italian label supplied the linens to the Titanic as well as The Orient Express. Today, the quality remains every bit as good, and the label is a go-to for opulent fabrics and pristine finishing. Expect a range of premium bedding options, whether you prefer poplin, cotton, sateen, percale or silk.
From £200
Gingerlily Silk Bedding
The good news is, investing in silk sheets doesn’t mean having to commit yourself to the dry cleaners anymore. Gingerlily’s range can be washed at 30 degrees and you’ll still reap the benefits of the ultra-luxurious, temperature regulating fabric.
From £105
Hästens Bedding Collection
Found in the homes of those really in the know, Swedish brand Hästens is truly a cut above the competition, having been in the business of making outrageously good beds and accessories since the early 20th Century.
Everyone from Beyonce to Drake reportedly wraps themselves in the brand's distinguished blue and white checkerboard print at night - but the star power isn't the reason you're investing here. The 100 per cent combed cotton percale manages to feel both substantial and supremely breathable, allowing for the most indulgent night's sleep whatever the temperature.
Summing up the brand's typically Scandinavian approach to sustainability, every piece of Hästens bedding is designed to be used forever, before being passed on through the family.
From £365
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