The Best Bedding For Year Round Comfort
We favour natural materials that effortlessly acclimatise. “The two that stand out for us are wool and recycled down. They give exactly what you need, when you need it: warmth in the winter, breathability in summer and balance during spring and autumn” (Lauren Knowlson, Head of Product).
1. Wool Bedding
Our wool bedding is our quiet champion because it naturally adapts to your body and your environment. Here’s how it works all year-round:
Winter: Wool bedding is naturally insulating. Unlike synthetic fabrics that can feel stiff or clammy, wool creates a cocoon of consistent warmth that breathes. The result? You don't overheat; you simply feel cosy and can enjoy a restful winter’s night sleep. Try our 10.5 tog British wool duvet.
Summer: Our 4.5 tog wool excels at pulling moisture (like sweat) away from the skin and dispersing it out into the air. This helps your body to stay cool and dry, especially on warm, humid nights. It’s also a great option for those who experience night sweats during the menopause. Try our 4.5 tog British wool duvet.
Autumn/Spring: Its thermoregulating properties sense and adapt to temperature fluctuations, making it ideal during the transeasonal months when the weather can’t make up its mind. Its fibres trap heat when it’s needed and release it when it’s not.
2. Recycled Down Bedding
Our recycled down bedding carries all the qualities people love about traditional down. Here’s how it works all year-round:
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Winter: Its light loftiness provides warmth and insulation without any unnecessary bulk, effortlessly holding onto heat when nights dip cooler.
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Summer: It will keep you dry during humid summer nights. Many people say it gives the sensation of sleeping under air, making it an ideal choice for hot sleepers who want to avoid the weight of heavier materials.
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Autumn/Spring: Its breathable, temperature-regulating and moisture-wicking, enables it to balance your temperature, even when the outdoors are fluctuating.
Recycled down bedding can also be celebrated for having a lighter footprint on the planet. Not only is it made from 100% recycled down feathers but its fill naturally biodegrades.
Both of these bedding options free up the need to have separate summer-winter duvets. No need to store one away for 6 months of the year. They just need the occasional dry clean to freshen them up.
The Best Bed Linen For Year Round Comfort
Some bedding materials are naturally better at adapting to temperature changes. Materials such as wool and recycled down regulate heat and moisture, making them suitable for year-round use rather than single-season bedding.
Silk, similarly, offers thermoregulating, moisture-wicking and naturally breathable properties. Heat and sweat evaporates while its fibres trap air to provide warmth and insulation when it is needed. This magical combination consistently provides a restful night's sleep.
Nevertheless, the most popular bed sheets are made from cotton and linen. The choice between them largely reflects personal preference regarding texture, thermal regulation and care requirements. So, let’s dig a little deeper to see what they both have to offer.
1. Cotton Bed Linen
Cotton sheets are known for being soft, breathable and highly durable. Their suitability for use across different temperatures and climates comes from its natural fibre structure where moisture can easily evaporate.
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Summer: The use of extra-long staple percale cotton is the best option for warm weather and hot sleepers. The plain weave is light, crisp and cooling against the skin.
It is, in fact, commonly used in hotel bedding due to durability and breathabilityWithstanding frequent washing you can enjoy yours for years to come. Check out our Crisp & Cool bed linen collection.
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Winter: Extra-long staple sateen cotton is ideal for colder nights. The multi-layered weave traps air, providing additional warmth. Browse through our Soft & Smooth bed linen collection for ultimate cosiness.
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Autumn/Spring: While not a necessity you can cope with fluctuating temperatures by layering a percale flat sheet under a sateen duvet cover. Light enough for spring yet warm enough when the forecast looks cooler.
2. Cooling Linen Sheets
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Summer/Spring: Linen sheets are a go to for many in the summer. What makes linen so remarkable is its adaptability to stabilise your temperature. It can keep you cool in the heat and warm when a breeze comes through the window. It does this without the need for you to add or strip layers.
It delivers these mutually inclusive benefits - breathability and temperature regulation thanks to its hollow fibres. Allowing air to flow freely prevents heat from getting trapped beneath the fabric.
Linen fabric also absorbs up to 20% of its weight in moisture without feeling damp. It pulls perspiration away from your skin and quickly releases, keeping you dry and comfortable all night long.
A final top tip: Use a flat sheet in place of a duvet.
Accessorise Your Bed With Thoughtful Layers
Our beds are universally considered to be a place of sanctuary, where calmness ensues. We’ve already established that the best bedding is able to adapt with the seasons, extending an invitation to settle in. Adding simple layers and different points of interest can help freshen your bedroom and serve different needs throughout the year. All with minimal effort.
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Summer/Winter: Try the 300 gsm European Flax™ linen throw. Stone-washed for softness, it lies gently over your chosen sheets. Generously sized to fit on a super king size bed (280 × 230 cm) it layers easily, keeping you at the right level of comfort. It’s also weightless and breathable. Fold it across the foot of the bed or across the entire bed, meeting the pillows.
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Autumn/Spring: The same linen throw can transition into a lived-in, softly comforting layer for autumnal days yet can easily inject new vigor and a sense of lightness that’s synonymous with spring time.
The placement of a throw can be mixed up too. In spring and early autumn, fold halfway, inviting air and comfort. In summer, leave it loosely thrown over, cool and unrestrictive. In winter, let it extend fully over your bed, bringing depth and a warm indulgent ambience.
Co-ordinate Textures and Tones
One creative way of introducing new seasons into your bedroom is to match contrasting yet complementary textures. For example, contrast the visual depth of linen with the comforting familiarity of muslin or organic cotton. Both our linen lumbar cushion and our linen throws will add this structural contrast.
Similarly, our colour schemes are refined. From neutral shades like alabaster and chamomile to light denim, khaki green and rich chestnut brown. They work together and can delectably take you from season-to-season.
