When the weather warms up, many of our customers are looking to change out their bedding for lighter, more summery options. This is especially true for people in coastal towns who like to sleep with the windows open and the fresh air coming in - regular sheets can be too hot if you run warm at night and don't have the air conditioner on high.
Luckily there's a wealth of good summer bedding options available, no matter your climate. Here's our guide to summer bedding.
What type of bedding is best for the summer?
You'll want something made from natural fibers - think linen or cotton, no polyester or synthetic materials. Natural fibers breathe more than synthetics, which means that airflow is better and warm air won't get trapped beneath the sheets.
What material should I go with for summer sheets - linen or cotton?
While linen and cotton are both good options for summer bedding due to their breathability and light weight, they also have very different looks and "hands" - the name for the feel of the fabric. Cotton, especially percale cotton, is very crisp and can feel cool to the touch. Linen, which is made from the flax plant, is even more breathable and moisture-wicking than cotton but it does have a slubbier, more rumpled texture.
If you like a crisp, clean, polished look, cotton is for you. If you prefer the more shabby-chic, textured look of linen, or if you run really warm, linen is the best bet.
If you like a crisp, clean, polished look, cotton is for you. If you prefer the more shabby-chic, textured look of linen, or if you run really warm, linen is the best bet.
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| Shop the Sferra Pettine cotton bedding collection here |
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| Shop the Matteo Vintage Linen Sheet Set here |
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| Shop the Keaton Linen bedding collection here |
What can I use instead of a duvet in the summer?
If your duvet is too warm, you can switch it out for lighter bedding that will keep you cooler.
- A coverlet or quilt is a great option, with a throw blanket if you get chilly. Check out our coverlets here and our quilts here.
- You can invest in a lighter weight duvet if you like that fluffy look and feel. This all-season weight one from Pine Cone Hill is a perfect option.
- You can swap out your regular duvet cover for a percale or linen one.
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| Check out the Pine Cone Hill Lodi Coverlet Here |
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| Shop the Peacock Alley Chloe Percale Duvet Cover |
What are other ways to switch out bedding in the summer?
Get rid of your top sheet in the summer - that eliminates one layer. Even though top sheets are light, they can add up on a hot night. You can also switch out your regular pillowcases for crisp new percale ones. If you have heavy down pillows, they can trap a lot of heat - you might want to switch to lighter ones for the summer time. Try the Peacock Alley down alternative pillows.
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| Shop the Taylor Linens Mason Percale Pillowcases |
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| Shop the Sferra Corino Blanket |
Shop the best summer bedding
You can find the best summer bedding brands at Lavender & Company - get free shipping over $75, and speak to our bedding experts to help you craft your perfect summer bedding look today.
