The Buttery-Soft, Oprah-Approved Cooling Sheets I Love Are on Major Sale
This Soft (and Eco-Friendly!) Cooling Sheets Set Finally Convinced Me To Try Eucalyptus Bedding and I’m Never Going Back
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When it comes to bedding, I tend to stick to what I know. I have exclusive loyalty to a few favorite sets of sheets that I tend to rotate through throughout the year regardless of season. Percale and linen are my go-to materials — it’s not that I’m opposed to trying something different out, but when you feel like you’ve found the right fit for you, why rock the boat?
Still, the nature of my job means I’m constantly being exposed to new brands, and with that comes the desire to see what else is out there. One of my favorite new-to-me brands? Sweave by The Linen Company.
The Linen Company x Sweave has a rich 30-year history in the textile industry, with the ethos that bedding is one of the most important products we will ever buy. Honestly, same! I’ve said it before, but bedding is a totally worthy splurge in my book, and something I’m willing to invest time (and money) in to get it “right.” But here’s the best part: The Linen Company and Sweave take their commitment to the environment just as seriously as they take their commitment to quality bedding. Not only do they produce their goods with eco-friendly processes and materials (more on that later), but they plant a tree for every bedding set sold. Translation: You can shop with a clear conscience, knowing you’re investing in a brand that cares just as much about your sleep experience as they do Mother Earth.
Sweave is best known for its eucalyptus sheets, which just so happened to be a material I had never tried before. The mint green set I chose felt silky-soft the instant I pulled them out of the package, with an understated sheen that gave them a crisp, polished effect. In case you’re unfamiliar with the state-of-the-art eco-friendly material that is eucalyptus, allow me to give you a quick 101 lesson. Also known as Tencel, the fiber from eucalyptus trees is sustainable, hypoallergenic, and naturally cooling, with a breathability that will keep even the hottest sleepers temperate throughout the night. They’re also made in an environmentally-friendly facility that puts a focus on responsible workplace practices
One thing I really love about Sweave’s bedding collection is just how versatile it is. While most eco-conscious brands stick to a basic neutral palette for their offerings, Sweave has fun with patterns and colors, resulting in bedding that is personality-packed, playful, and good for the environment. After sleeping on my Sweave sheets for several months I can confidently say they get better (and softer!) with each use and have been awarded a permanent place in my coveted sheet rotation.
These Splurgy Sheets are the Best Thing I’ve Ever Slept on (and They’re on Sale!)
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If you did catch our recent celebration of The Best Linen Sheets we’ve tried, you know that linen sheets often take months, if not years, of washing to fully soften. This is not the case with Cultiver’s. Out of the package, they feel fluffy, not scratchy, which was as confusing to me at the time as I’m sure it is to read now. Compared to other linen sheets, Cultiver’s sheets are truly, effectively pre-washed, resulting in that coveted vintage look and feel. Even the feel of my longest-standing linen sheet set, which has been put through years of washing, doesn’t hold a candle to the immediate softness of Cultiver linen sheets. The better news? The feel (and gorgeous color payoff) is reliably intact wash after wash. No stiffening, no pilling — they stay true to linen’s better-with-age M.O., just without the waiting game.
To truly understand why they’re the best, though, you have to know that I am a complicated sleeper. Mine is not so much a sleeping pattern as it is a puzzle I’m trying to solve. Mostly, I never know if I’ll wake up sweating (or when…and sometimes even why). Linen sheets have been my best bet for temperature regulation and getting the aesthetic I want, but the Cultiver sheets have changed the way I look at all those that came before. They have a GSM of 165 (the same quality indicator used for towels and you can read more about here), which gives them just enough weight to keep you feeling tucked in but maintains enough lightness to prevent me from sweating or feeling weighed down on warm nights.
If I want to dramatically improve my week in a single move, I’ll dress my bed in Cultiver linen. If I want to impress guests? Cutiver linen. If I ever choose to pair down to a single set of sheets — a thought I often have now — it’s Cultiver all the way. These sheets have taken me from winter naps to summer nights, leaving many of my former favorites in our dust. Because timing is everything, we saved my review to share it with you during Cultiver’s Memorial Day sale — that’s how much we care (and need you to experience these sheets). From today until May 30, you can take 20 percent off your entire order when you checkout using the code WEEKEND20. It’s a quick sale, and a rare one at that, so don’t miss the opportunity to score our “best luxury linen sheets” at a steep discount. We also recommend checking out our complete list of all the best Memorial Day sales while you’re at it.
These Cooling Sheets Are Organic, (Somehow) Super Soft, and Finally on Sale
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Coyuchi’s Relaxed Organic Sateen sheets have all the features you’d expect from modern organic bedding (and all of Coyuchi’s eco-conscious products). They’re woven from GOTS- and Fair Trade-certified cotton that’s 100 percent organic. But what Sarah found really sets these sheets apart is the cooling, crisp, and ultra-smooth sateen feel — a rare finish when it comes to organic sheets. Non-organic sateen sheets are woven with mercerized threads, which means they’re soaked in lye and acid to essentially laminate them and create a supremely smooth sateen finish. So… definitely not organic.
In an effort to close the loop on textile creation by recycling organic fibers, Coyuchi leaves the long-strand cotton untreated and allows the weave to do its work, which gives these beauties a silky side and a slightly matte side. As Sarah describes, they’re “soft to the touch and able to keep me cool all night long,” noting that staying cool in cozy bedding can be quite the feat for her, “I felt luxurious (like Rihanna luxurious) with these sheets on my bed.”
Not only did this Coyuchi find win the title of Best Luxurious on our list of the Best Organic Sheets as our best luxurious pick, but it happens to be on sale right now! Coyuchi’s Sunnier Days event is offering 20 percent off nearly everything sitewide. Take it from Sarah, who recommends, “If you’re looking to spoil yourself, do it with these sheets.” Sweet dreams, and Happy Spring!
My Favorite Linen Sheets That Keep Selling Out Are Back in a Limited-Edition Color
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With the spring weather finally getting warmer in New York and summer just around the corner, I’m ready to lighten things up. Besides swapping my bulky parka for a utility jacket, I’m also switching out my usual cotton sheets for my favorite linen set. I never thought I’d actually have a “favorite linen set” because, well, I’m cheap, and linen can be expensive. But last year, I got to try Quince’s European Linen Sheet Set, which is luxuriously soft, super breathable, and at $160 for a Queen set, relatively budget friendly. I was smitten — and apparently I’m not alone, because these sheets are constantly selling out. The good news is that they’re currently back in stock in nine gorgeous colors, including the latest, limited-edition addition, Desert Sunset, a dusky pink hue that’s perfect for summer. Since Quince’s linen sheets tend to sell out quickly, here’s why you might want to add them to your cart pronto.
Up until last year, I had only slept on cotton percale sheets. When I tried the European Linen Sheet Set, which includes a fitted sheet, flat sheet, and two pillowcases, I was pleased to find that the material was more substantial and a little heftier than my usual bedding. While the linen sheets initially felt slightly rough right out of the package, they only got softer and better with each wash. And today, 12 months later, they snow no signs of wear. I’d only ever slept on linen sheets the very few times I’ve stayed at fancy hotels on business trips (not on my dime — remember, I’m cheap!), and Quince’s sheets make me feel equally pampered as I settle into bed. I swear, I even sleep better.
The best part about these beautiful sheets is that I can use them all year round! They’ve kept me warm during the final days of winter, and because they’re so breathable, they’re ideal for the warmer days ahead. My only minor complaint? The fitted sheet is quite large and not exactly fitted. In fact, I sometimes can’t tell which corners are meant for the width of the bed vs. the length of it. (Turns out the extra room is intentional: The sheet is meant to fit mattresses up to 16 inches deep.)
At $160 for a Queen set (Twin, Full, King, and Cal King sizes are also available), Quince’s linen sheets are a bit of a splurge, but they’re more affordable than similar sheets from competitors. In fact, they earned the Best Value title on our Best Linen Sheets List! Whether you opt for dreamy Desert Sunset or traditional White, trust me, you won’t be disappointed. The only regret you may have is waiting too long to make a purchase and finding that your favorite color is all sold out.