What, exactly, makes luxury bedding stand out? “The first thing that comes to mind in bedding differentiation is texture,” says Raili Clasen, interior designer and founder of RailiCA Design. “I consider ‘regular’ bedding to be cotton sheeting with a classic duvet. Once you change out to Belgium linens or soft percale and add a cashmere or alpaca throw, the mood gets much more elevated.” Despite conventional wisdom, Clasen doesn’t recommend looking at thread count when shopping for luxury bedding, as she’s seen 400 count sheets that “feel like cheap satin.” Instead, you’ll want to consider factors like material, construction, and certifications.To help you find the best bedding out there—no matter if you prefer classic cotton or high-end linen—we looked at all the tops brands and considered material, certifications, price, and policies plus polled an interior designer to come up with a definitive list of the best luxury bedding brands. Here, the best places to buy luxury bedding worth every penny: The brand carries all different types of bedding made from materials like sateen, percale, and linen, plus has a variety of designs to choose from, including plain, patterned, and embroidered designs. The one downside: All of the brand’s pieces are sold separately—there’s no option to bundle—so you’ll pay the price, with bedding that can cost several hundred dollars per piece. Shopping on the brand’s website is easy: Matouk sorts its products into bed styles, so you can easily put together a cohesive look. And if you want assistance? The brand also offers a “Design Concierge” service for a one-on-one curated shopping experience with an expert who can put together exactly what you’re looking for with little-to-no effort on your part. You can also fully customize your linens with monogramming and more. Just keep in mind that custom products can’t be returned, and for standard returns, you have 30 days from the shipping date. Products must be unused, unlaundered, and in their original packaging. Testers at The Spruce loved both the Buffy Cloud Comforter, a medium-weight option with smooth and cool feel, and the breathable Eucalyptus Sheet Set. But if you’re anxious about trying something new, take advantage of Buffy’s 7-day free trial, which allows you to sleep with and use one of their products for 7 days. If you don’t want to keep it, you can return it free of charge. Another nice perk: Coyuchi also carries an impressive selection of duvet covers, blankets, throws, and quilts, including options in interesting patterns and textures, so you can shop for all of your bedding needs in one convenient place—and everything will coordinate expertly. Coyuchi has a pretty decent return policy, since they offer a full refund for returns within 30 days of purchase, but you can actually return most items within a full year of purchase and receive store credit equal to the original value—even if the item has been used. At Brooklinen, though luxury is the name of the game, their bedding stands out from the crowd because of the brand’s slightly more contemporary aesthetic. While many of its products do come in plain colors, the brand also frequently offers unique, modern patterns that bring a little added flair to the bedroom. And while it’s true that Brooklinen’s line of products is a bit smaller than some other luxury retailers, they offer plenty to love, including sateen, percale, linen, and cashmere sheets, as well as a handful of blankets, quilts, and other bed accessories. Plus, you can’t beat their customer service—you can return any product, even used and laundered items included, within a year for a full refund or store credit. If there’s any downside to this, it’s that you’ll pay the price for the unique nature of the products. And if you don’t like what you purchased, you’ll have to fork over return shipping or visit a brick-and-mortar location. Their bedding choices come in an array of timeless colors and patterns that include seasonal options—like special sheets for Christmas. And if you’re having trouble making your selection, you can always use the brand’s free online design service to ensure you pick just the right thing to suit your space. Alternatively, you can visit one of the brand’s many brick-and-mortar stores to see some of your choices in person and talk to an associate who can help. On Garnet Hill’s website, you’ll find just about anything you’re looking for—traditional duvets, quilts, and, of course, a wide selection of luxurious sheets in materials like percale, sateen, flannel, jersey, and linen. There’s no shortage of styles, either. You’ll find plenty of rich, solid colors, as well as timeless patterns. If there’s any downside, it’s that Garnet Hill doesn’t offer product bundles. Buying everything a la carte can get quite expensive quickly. The downside to shopping here: While the brand definitely stands out from competitors thanks to its rainbow of colorful products, it only carries one type of cotton and linen sheets. All of Linoto’s products are available in a wide range of colors and sizes, too. The standard linen sheet set comes in more than two dozen colors, and you can have split king, European queen and king, and Olympic king sizes made as a special order. You also have the option of standard, deep, or shallow pocket to ensure the sheets fit perfectly on your bed. If you want to see the fabric before you commit to it, Serena & Lily will even send up to 10 bedding swatches for free, and they also have a service that offers free design advice. If you prefer, you can also see the bedding in person by making an appointment at one of the brand’s design shops, which are located all around the country. Sijo also carries a line of French linen bedding, and its products come with a 30-night trial period, during which you can return your purchase with no questions asked. Just note: You’ll only get free return shipping if your order totals $65 or more, and there are return exceptions for international customers. You’ll likely score a deal—even on the luxury brands the retailer carries—since there are frequent sales on everything from sheets and blankets to pillows and even mattresses. Macy’s also offers a 90-day return policy with free shipping, making the whole shopping experience that much easier.
Materials
There are a variety of fibers commonly used in luxury bedding, and the quality of the raw material is often what dictates the price. Organic and long-staple cotton are some of the “lower quality” luxury materials (don’t be deterred—they’re still lovely to sleep on!), while linen and Eygpian cotton are on the higher end. Certain luxury retailers also sell silk and eucalyptus bedding, but you’ll seldom see polyester or other synthetic fibers used in high-quality linens.
Thread Count
Despite conventional wisdom, Raili Clasen, interior designer and founder of RailiCA Design, doesn’t recommend looking at thread count when shopping for luxury bedding, as she’s seen 400-count sheets that “feel like cheap satin.” Instead, you’ll want to consider factors like material, construction, and certifications.
Certifications
There are a variety of certifications that luxury bedding brands commonly put on their products, including:
Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) certification: Verifies the product was made using organic materials and processes.Responsible Down Standard (RDS): For bedding using down feathers, verifies that the materials come from animals that have not been subjected to any unnecessary harm.STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX: Verifies that every component of the product has been tested for harmful substances.Fair Trade certified: The product was made according to rigorous social, environmental, and economic Fair Trade standards.Certified B Corporation: The brand meets standards of verified social and environmental performance, public transparency, and legal accountability.
Return Policy
If you’re going to spend several hundred dollars on luxury bedding, it’s worth looking into the brand’s return policy. After all, you don’t want to be stuck with expensive bedding that you don’t like! Many brands offer a 30- or 60-day return period, but be sure to read the fine print on whether the bedding can be washed and if there’s a restocking fee.
Why Trust The Spruce?
This article was written by Camryn Rabideau, a freelance writer and product tester for The Spruce. In her career, she’s been able to test a wide range of bedding, from sheets to duvet inserts, and she’s had firsthand experience with products from almost all of the brands included on this list.While selecting the best luxury bedding companies, she evaluated them based on their range of products, prices, return policies, materials, and customer service. She also spoke with Raili Clasen, interior designer and founder of RailiCA Design, for expert insights on what to look for in luxury bedding. This article was later fully updated by Brigitt Earley, a writer with nearly 15 years of experience writing for publications like The Spruce, Real Simple, and Good Housekeeping. Brigitt regularly writes about all kinds of consumer products, including furniture and bedding. For this article, she extensively researched both new and storied retailers to find the most luxurious bedding brands with the most premium products and friendly customer service. Personally, she loves linen sheets, but has used bedding from a wide range of the brands listed above, including Parachute, Brooklinen, and Anthropologie. Linen is another extremely popular material for luxury bedding: “A very vintage linen sheet feels like it’s been washed down like a great pair of jeans,” says Clasen. “It’s so soft, and teamed with a cashmere throw, the comfort and coziness factor elevates to a different level.” Linen bedding is breathable and gets softer with every use, and with proper care, it can last for as many as 10 years.
