You love the idea of falling into an amazingly soft and sumptuous bed at the end of each long day, so you’ve decided to take the plunge and invest in luxury bedding.
Beautiful, high-end bedding isn’t just about making a design decision, but it’s also about making the right choices for your lifestyle and your preferences, which makes it extra tricky.
If you’re going to be spending the money for the best bedding, you want to ensure you’re making the right decisions.
Below are some tips and things to consider as you shop for high-end bedding.
The Sheets
The sheets you choose are the foundation of your bedding. You want sheets that accomplish several goals all at one time.
They should look great, feel great and be durable.
You’ll want a simple design that you can live with for a long time, and you’ll want a sheet set that’s breathable, yet is going to stand the test of time.
Good options can include organic cotton or even silk if you really want to splurge. Try to avoid synthetic materials because they not only aren’t as breathable and can contain toxins, but they can also tend to feel thin, crunchy and cheap. Egyptian, Sea Island and Pima cotton also tend to work well if you want softness and high-end appeal.
Pillows
The pillows you choose are going to impact pretty much every aspect of your sleep and comfort. Choosing the right pillow can help prevent migraines and back pain, and can also give your bed a layered, lush and expensive look.
One option is to go with buckwheat sleeping pillows because they are naturally antibacterial and tend to be extremely comfortable.
Then, on top of the pillows you choose to sleep on, try layering other shapes and sizes of pillows including Euro pillows. The layered look will instantly add a feeling of chicness and luxury to your bed.
Comforter
Nothing says luxurious bedding quite like a thick, plush down comforter, as long as you aren’t allergic.
With your comforter, it’s a good idea to choose duvet covers, rather than going with a patterned comforter. Duvet covers are great because they’re lightweight and changeable, and they’re also washable.
Look for a duvet cover that’s simple, rather than one that has crazy patterns or colors. For example, one of the chicest things to have in your bedroom is a crisp, white duvet with maybe a simple single-line border running along the edges. It’s timeless, so you’ll feel comfortable investing in something more expensive, and it’s going to go with your dàcor even if you make changes down the road.
Add a silk coverlet or a simple, single-colored quilt to the end of your bed for that layered look that you frequently see in magazines.
If you’re worried your bed will look too bland using a simple duvet and coverlet, you can add pattern and visual interest with some throw pillows.
Designing your bed is an important process, and it’s a good place to splurge on the best materials to achieve not only the design style you love but also to ensure you have a comfortable, healthy place to fall asleep each night.
