Top Sheet vs No Top Sheet, & More Winter Bedding Questions Answered

Is there anything better than sinking into a great big pile of pillows? No, no there isn’t. European pillows are a great way to build up your bedding, with their large square shape easily layering behind your standard pillows for extra volume. They’re also the perfect way to introduce additional colours and textures to your bedding – look for European pillowcases that complement, rather than completely match, your current covers. 

Weightier textures and deep, rich tones are the perfect canvas for cosy nights. A thick quilted duvet cover is always a winner (because you can’t wear a puffer jacket to bed), while tufted patterns and corduroy bring a touch of luxe to the colder months. Winterise your bed linen with darker shades of charcoal, navy and khaki – look to brands like Sheridan and IN BED for quality bed linen in seasonal colours.

If you’re gonna spend most of winter inside, you might as well indulge, right? Upgrade to a pair of fleece UGG boots or Polo Ralph Lauren slippers for a bougier take on bedtime dressing (and bin night). A plush robe is the perfect top layer if wearable hooded blankets aren’t your thing, while a silk pillowcase by Slip is a luxe addition to your winter beauty routine – because our strands and skin have suffered enough.

Struggle to get warm at night? Flannelette sheets are here to change your life. A step up from your standard sheets, flannelette bedding is brushed for extra softness and warmth with a slightly looser weave to keep air flowing. Sheet Society offer a range of flannelette sheets and sets that cater to both sides of the top sheet debate – even though we all know there’s only *one* right answer…