Snuggle Up in Style: Luxury Bed Sheet Sets Buying Guide

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Quality sleep is one of the biggest factors for our physical and mental health and our overall quality of life. Our bedrooms are one of the most important places in the world for us, considering how much time we spend there. So, every single thing that we use there can play an important role in our sleep. From the bed type and quality, the mattress, the pillows, all the way to our sleepwear and the bed sheets – everything will determine our comfort, which is why it makes sense to pay attention even to the smallest details when we are buying any of those items.

Snuggling up between freshly washed good-quality sheets after a long day is one of the best feelings in the world, and it may add to your relaxation immensely. There are several things that can tell you whether a bed sheet set is right for you, and with just a little bit of thought, you can find one that will not only add more style and luxury to your bedroom’s look but also help you sleep well and wake up fresh and ready for the challenges that await you, every day.

Bed Sheet Fibres

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One of the first things to check out when you are searching for luxury bed sheet sets is the fibre content. Generally, cotton is considered to be the best option, whether it’s 100% organic cotton, Egyptian cotton, brushed cotton, Pima cotton, etc. Nevertheless, some high-end sheets sets may also be made of linen, bamboo, polyester, silk, and so on, as well as some quality blends. When you are choosing a material for your full bed sheet set don’t forget that your skin will be in contact with it every time you are in bed.

Size and Style

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There is nothing more annoying when it comes to bedding than having to deal with sheets that are too short or too long. This is why it’s very important to keep in mind that not all bed sheets, pillowcases or duvet covers are the same size. So, before buying don’t forget to take measurements and check if the size will fit your bed.

Colours and designs are entirely up to your taste. It has been proven over and over again that beauty has a big influence on our wellbeing, so it only makes sense to choose bed sheets that you really like. The bed takes up a large portion of the room, so aside from looking at your bed linens as a very important element of your sleeping equipment, you should also treat it as a part of the bedroom décor.

When choosing luxury bed sheet sets always take the entire look and design of the room into consideration, including style, colours, textures, materials, etc. – regardless of the effect you want to achieve. Because whether you want to add a new colour, accent an existing one, add more texture, interest… regardless of whether you want to use the bedding to accent an art piece above the bed, you want your bed to simply blend into the background or you want your bed to stand out, choosing the right bed sheet can offer you some very interesting design options.

Thread Count

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Once you’ve narrowed down your options according to the style and the size, there are only a few things to think about – how the fabrics feel on your skin, quality, durability etc. And to determine these aside from the fabric itself and the quality of the production, you need to think about the thread count and the weave.

One of the things announced on the packaging of bed sheets sets, thread count, is a number that will tell you how many threads are woven together in 10 squared centimetres, vertically and horizontally. This number essentially determines how close the weave is, with higher thread counts indicating closer weave, and generally better quality. Bed linens with higher thread counts are typically softer, lighter, and make for more durable fabric. Nevertheless, thread count alone isn’t a precise indicator of quality. Fabrics with a thread count from 200 and above make the best bed sheets, but high thread counts aren’t always better.

Weave

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To get a better idea of the “feel” of a linen sheet set, you also need to understand a little bit about how weave influences the fabric. The weave is essentially the thing that makes the fabric feel nice, crisp, soft… While there are more options out there, the two most common weaves for bed sheets are percale and sateen. Percale weave makes for a crispier and cooler feel, with a matte finish. Sateen sheets, on the other hand, feel smooth and silky, slightly heavier, and very soft, they have a shiny luxurious finish. They are woven more tightly and they are thicker.

Choosing the right weave is, of course, a matter of personal preference, but other things like temperature can help you better determine which one to choose. For instance, while percale weave is a great option for people who get overheated while sleeping and for warm weather, sateen weave is not the best choice for summertime and for people who tend to sweat a lot during the night.