Britt is a stargazer and sunrise-chaser with a collection of magic erasers, and a fascination with the fantastic. A storyteller at heart, she finds inspiration in all the small things, and can likely be found singing show tunes, catching up on K-dramas, or going on adventures to satiate her natural-born wanderlust. (Sometimes even all at the same time.)
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Comforters, whether down or down alternative, have never been a welcome addition to my bed. I grew up with the bed blanket-lightweight coverlet combo. I never had to deal with stuffing a comforter into a duvet cover — until I started working here last year. I’ve been highly suspicious of comforters, because they require the extra duvet cover, which seems like more work than it’s worth. And, when I have slept under them in my friends’ houses, they’ve been horrifically stifling, and I wake up drenched in sweat. My opinion of comforters was forever altered late last year when I got to try Quince’s Premium Down Alternative Comforter.
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I’ve been intrigued by Quince on several fronts. My colleagues have enjoyed Quince’s pillow and many of their sheets sets, meanwhile, my friends have also been buying clothes from Quince as a Zara or H&M alternative. I have yet to add any non-home items to cart, but I likely will during my pre-spring closet refresh. Anyway, I decided to put their down alternative to the test.
I opted for the Lightweight version, because as a hot sleeper who sweats, I was concerned that the All-Season might be too heavy for me. Coming in at only $119.90 for a Full/Queen size, this comforter is a steal compared to its competitors, which normally charge upward of $200 for a comforter.
When I unboxed this comforter, I was surprised by how lightweight it was. It didn’t feel much thicker than a sleeping bag that I used to take camping as a kid. It’s made out of hypoallergenic microfiber that mimics the feel of down and its surrounded by a luxe cotton sateen shell. I became worried that I might have gone too far in the other direction — our apartment is chilly at night and my boyfriend is a cold sleeper.
After wrestling the down alternative comforter (which luckily features a corner tie in loops to connect it to the duvet) into my Peacock Alley duvet cover, I put it on the bed. This comforter is soft and aesthetically pleasing enough to sit on the bed without a duvet cover, but that’s just my personal preference. The combo of the two had a nice effect on my bed, making it looking like an upscale hotel.
The real test was sleeping under it during New York City’s very odd winter weather. Temperatures have been bouncing around from 60 degrees to 20 degrees, and this comforter has been pleasant to sleep under during all of it. I do not wake up looking like I ran three miles, and my boyfriend is warm enough. Everyone wins! Plus, It’s light enough to the point where it has a nice, comforting weight to it but it isn’t so heavy that you have to yank it from one side of the bed to the other. We are both cover-stealers, so the comforter does occasionally get pulled to one person’s side during the middle of the night (and it hasn’t shown any wear or tear from that experience).
I’d highly recommend this comforter for all types of sleepers. It’s one of the more affordable down alternative comforters out there, and it doesn’t skimp on quality.
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Even though I am a Taurus, stereotypically known as someone who craves lavishness over all, there are still some things in my life I tend to not make a fuss over when it comes to quality. One of those things surprisingly is my bedding, which often becomes an afterthought with other life necessities taking precedence over which kind of comforter would be the most comfortable.
I’ll usually wait for the occasional hotel visit to indulge in a nice duvet, and then remark on how great it is to sleep with such glorious covers. But now that I have the Hutterite Goose Down Duvet from Canadian Down and Feather, I no longer have to take a trip to have my luxurious sleep, which finally feels more fitting with my zodiac sign. Even better, the brand is currently hosting a sitewide sale, so you can snag the duvet for 25 percent off!
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When the duvet arrived, I tried it straight out of the packaging for a week and almost didn’t want to put a protective cover on it, because it was so soft with its 400 thread count. Eventually, it felt best preserve the outer shell, so I paired it with a cover to ensure it could last as long as possible. But whether with a comforter or on its own, the 100 percent fine cotton surrounding the goose feathers, glides along your skin with a puffy, yet soft texture, that makes it easy to cuddle up under at any time of the day.
Inside the casing is the finest of goose feathers, farmed in Alberta, Canada by members of the Hutterites community, who are world-renowned for creating the highest quality fills for duvets and blankets. When you press or squeeze the duvet, you can feel the clusters of fluffy down that expand back to its original shape, which is a great sign that this is a comforter made to last a long time, which makes it a great long-term sleeping investment.
The Hutterite Goose Down Duvet is the perfect weight to make both hot and cold nights feel comfortable and cozy. It’s definitely enhanced my sleep by keeping my temperature stable throughout the night. During that odd time of the year where the seasons transition from the warm summer to the cool fall, I wasn’t worried at all about having to switch out the duvet for a heavier option because it adapts well for any temperature.
Canadian Down and Feather believes “your bed should be your sanctuary, your refuge, your happy place,” and as a homebody who fully subscribes to this notion, I feel that my sleep space has been extremely enhanced by their duvet in all the ways promised. With pillows, mattress toppers, cushions, covers, and cases, in addition to their variety of duvets, I would not be opposed to making my entire bedroom into a Canadian Down and Feather sanctuary.
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By now, most new year sales are either wrapping up or already over. If you feel like you missed your shot at a little post-holiday shopping, don’t worry! The truth is, there’s almost always a savings event going on somewhere — you just have to know where to look. Whether you’re in the market for new bedroom furniture or looking for your next coffee maker, we’ve got you covered with the best discounts out there. If all else fails, head to Macy’s. The end-of-year celebrations might be over, but they decided to randomly bless shoppers with a huge one-day sale. Even better news: It actually ends Sunday, so you have the whole weekend to select your favorites and check out! Through Jan. 8, save 40 to 60 percent on top brands such as Martha Stewart Collection, Pyrex, and more. Below, you’ll find our top picks for what to add to your cart.
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Those who live in small apartments and not-so-luxurious buildings know that in-unit laundry is an amenity worth serious consideration. Sure, maybe there’s no elevator, and your work commute is longer than you’d like it to be, but at least you don’t have to haul heavy bags of dirty clothes to a laundromat. If we’re being honest, though, as far as drying your linens and apparel, you’re often better off avoiding machines that generate high heat. Repeated cycles through the dryer can end up damaging the fibers in the long run, so nine times out of 10, hanging your wet items is the way to go.
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Now, I know what you’re thinking: Small space, remember? If you’re in a studio or one-bedroom, there’s hardly enough room to set up a full-sized drying rack, let alone drape freshly washed towels, bedding, and bulky garments. But as far as bed sheets go, we found something on Amazon that achieves the best of both worlds. The WAIKAS spiral sheet hanger lets your linens fully air-dry while also saving space.
There’s not much to explain regarding this product’s design and function. It’s essentially a hanger, but instead of the sloped form you use for jackets, it unwinds in a circular pattern. With a diameter of nearly 17 inches, the spiral is able to fit most standard-sized sheets — namely, fulls and Queens according to customer reviews. All you have to do is fold your flat sheet in half and slide it onto the outer end of the spiral, then loop it inward until all the fabric is hanging securely. Then just hook the hanger in your closet, on the shower rod, or on a clothesline outside, and wait a few hours. In the meantime, you won’t be stepping around the entire width of the sheet or fussing over where to place the rest of your clean laundry.
Thanks to its stainless steel frame, each hanger is surprisingly strong, and Amazon shoppers have no qualms about its durability. “These are perfect for our larger items that need drying,” one reviewer wrote. “I worried that they might not be sturdy enough for sheets, but I had some damp towels to try and figured they would be heavier than bedsheets… It did not sag or bend from the weight of the damp towel.” When your linens are done drying, you can separate the spiral from the hook for easier storage. So why wait? Grab your own spiral hangers now — at just $15 for a pack of two, there’s nothing to think about.