The Stylish, Cozy Coverlet Set That Finally Made Me A Lightweight Bedding Convert — And It’s On Sale!

The Stylish, Cozy Coverlet Set That Finally Made Me A Lightweight Bedding Convert — And It’s On Sale!

by | Jun 30, 2022 | Design Inspiration, Style

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The love I have for my comforter runs deep. For years now I have stuck to the same combination when it comes to a top cover: Amerisleep’s Recovery+ comforter wrapped in Urban Outfitter’s T-Shirt Jersey duvet cover. With this combo, I’m left feeling like I’m sleeping in a cloud, wrapped in the softest, plushiest cover you could ever imagine. It’s truly heaven. So much so, that I don’t switch to a lighter bedspread during the warmer months of the year (I’m admittedly someone who likes to sleep with the A/C around 68 degrees, sorry not sorry). However, this year in an effort to broaden my bedding (and save a little on my electric bill) I decided to delve into lightweight, summer-friendly bedding. While digging I came across a pick so stylish I couldn’t pass up — and it quickly became a set I don’t think I can ever live without. I’m talking about Casper’s Matelasse Coverlet + Sham Set, and soon you will, too.

One look at this coverlet set and it’s easy to see why it was love at first sight. Made from a stunning Matelasse fabric woven to resemble a textured, quilted pattern, this airy, thin blanket and sham duo is as chic as they come. However, good looks are not all this set has to offer. With a 100 percent cotton construction, it’s also breathable and soft to the touch, a must-during the warmer seasons. Best of all, it comes in three piece options, two sizes, and features a fun color scheme with three colorways available (spice, olive, and cream), each with a cream underside.

Now, as I stated above I am not one for lightweight bedding, however, given how chic this set is (and the fact that I’m already a fan of Casper’s sleep products), this one seemed like a great place to start. After I packed away my comforter, I unpacked this set and gawked at just how lovely it was. First of all, the color is spot on; with a mauve-pink hue, spice is the perfect name. Second, it’s incredibly soft, and not in that “it’s-so-cuddly-I’m-going-to-overheat” way. As I held it against my skin, I knew it was going to be a winner. When it was finally time to head to bed, I pulled the coverlet back, slid underneath, and found that the underside of the blanket is even softer than the outside — a big win. I turned on my fan (and tuned off my A/C), draped the blanket over me, and quickly fell asleep. When I woke up, I was cool, comfortable, and confused — had I really just become a lightweight bedding convert overnight? Seems so.

A sleek, stylish, and cozy pick, this coverlet set comes in three colors and retails at $288 for a Full/Queen size set. Right now you can save 30 percent off during Casper’s 4th of July sale, making it the perfect time to give this set a try. So if you’re like me and not sure whether or not a lighweight set is right for you, give this one a go — you may just find yourself converting, too.

Sarah M. Vazquez

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Sarah writes about all things shopping for Apartment Therapy, The Kitchn, and Cubby helping you find the best deals and the best products for you and your home. A Brooklyn-born Jersey Girl, she loves a good playlist, a good bagel, and her family (but not necessarily in that order).

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I Tested the Internet’s Favorite Cooling Mattress and It Totally Lives Up to the Hype (Bonus: It’s on Sale!)

I Tested the Internet’s Favorite Cooling Mattress and It Totally Lives Up to the Hype (Bonus: It’s on Sale!)

by | Jun 29, 2022 | Design Inspiration, Style

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If there’s one thing I’m passionate about, it’s cooling bedding. As someone who’s been a hot sleeper since childhood, I know that if the bed I’m in gets too hot, I won’t be getting a good night’s sleep — and this is something that always plagues me when I visit my parents. While they have a lovely guest room, there’s a slight problem with it: it’s the hottest room in the house. Facing the front of their Florida home, the guest room sits on the side of the house that gets the most sun, thus making it a hot zone. Top that off with the fact that (much to my dismay) they don’t like to crank up the A/C, and it can get pretty toasty in there. With a month long trip on the horizon, I went digging for a solution that could help make my stay (and anyone’s stay) a bit more comfortable. The answer? A cooling mattress. But not just any cooling mattress: the Brooklyn Aurora Hybrid Mattress.

While researching cooling mattresses, my hunt led me to tons of blogs, articles, and reviews. Gradually, I began to notice one mattress continually appearing at the top: the Aurora. After looking at its breakdown, it’s easy to see why. This mattress features a six-layer design, thoughtfully engineered to keep you cool and supported from top to bottom. When it comes to its cooling prowess, the stars of the show are the GlacioTex-infused surface and the CopperFlex™ TitanCool™ top layer. The GlacioTex surface uses cooling gel beads to regulate body temperature, maintaining a cool and comfortable 88 degrees, while the CopperFlex layer effortlessly dissipates excess body heat and wicks away moisture thanks to the addition of CopperGel™ to the layers cell structure. So I was excited to put was seems to be the internet’s favorite cooling mattress to the test.

To say this mattress has been a game-changer would be an understatement. For a little context, with the guest room’s previous mattress, sleeping was a bit of a nightmare: Without fail, I would wake up every morning stiff, sore, and drenched in sweat. But with the Aurora, that’s not the case — in fact, I noticed a change on the first night. To really compare the two, I slept on the old mattress one more (thankfully final) night and had a typically tortuous night. But the next night on the Aurora? I slept soundly, comfortably, and finally woke up without a bead of sweat on my forehead. I was floored.

As for who’d I recommend this mattress to, there are a few types of sleepers. Aside from the obvious — hot sleepers — if you’re a combination sleeper, I think you’d love this mattress. The various support layers found beneath the cooling layers do a great job of contouring the body and providing excellent pressure point relief for my shoulders and hips, something I find incredibly important since I’m constantly shifting my positions. It is important to note that the mattress is available in three firmness levels designed to accommodate all sleep styles, so if you’re a dedicated side, back, or stomach sleeper there’s an option there for you (I opted for the Medium which I would call more of a Medium-Soft). I’d also say this a great pick for couples as I noticed the motion transfer is pretty minimal.

Available in nine different sizes, the Brooklyn Aurora Hybrid Mattress is undoubtedly a luxury buy, but a solid investment if you’re looking to improve the overall quality of your sleep. And right now you can save 25 percent off during Brooklyn Bedding’s 4th of July Sale. Combine this with free shipping, a 120-night trial period, and Brooklyn Bedding’s 10-year warranty, and it’s a deal that can’t be beaten. So if you’re ready to say goodbye to sweaty summer nights and finally sleep cool, give this mattress a try — for once, the internet got it right.

Sarah M. Vazquez

SEO Commerce Editor

Sarah writes about all things shopping for Apartment Therapy, The Kitchn, and Cubby helping you find the best deals and the best products for you and your home. A Brooklyn-born Jersey Girl, she loves a good playlist, a good bagel, and her family (but not necessarily in that order).

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This Game-Changing Glow Light Is the Sleep Solution I Wish I’d Tried Sooner (Bonus: It’s on Sale!)

This Game-Changing Glow Light Is the Sleep Solution I Wish I’d Tried Sooner (Bonus: It’s on Sale!)

by | Jun 28, 2022 | Design Inspiration, Style

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Lately, falling asleep hasn’t been as easy as it ought to be. Since my WFH setup is currently in my bedroom, this part of the house is now where I spend most of my time as I power though my daily tasks. So, it doesn’t quite feel like the sleep haven it used to be. There’s also the extra fatigue I tend to experience just before daylight savings starts, which certainly hasn’t made matters any better.

Some nights, no matter how exhausted I am, drifting peacefully to sleep takes some time. I find myself taking on the terrible habit of scrolling through social media until my eyes feel heavy. Obviously, this is not the healthiest way to catch some zzz’s. After doing some research on products that have helped others adopt a more regimented sleep schedule, I came across the Casper Glow Light and decided to give it a try. After a few nights of use, I questioned why I hadn’t bought it sooner.

The Casper Glow Light is essentially a smart nightlight that gradually dims to lull you to sleep. It wakes you up in the same non-abrupt fashion, filling your room with pleasant lighting right up until your morning wake-up time.

I’ll be honest and say that I wasn’t exactly jazzed at the idea of adding yet another product to my nightstand. Too many objects placed near or on my bed makes me feel cluttered. Thankfully the Glow Light’s sleek, cylindrical design, wasn’t at all an eyesore and didn’t feel cumbersome. Since I’m a sucker for clever packaging, I instantly loved the fact that this light brightened as soon as I opened the box, giving me a sneak peek of how it functions.

The lightweight device comes with two buttons on both of its ends, and you press either one to turn the light on or off. You can twist the light to the left to dim it or to the right to raise its brightness. If you’re getting up in the middle of the night for a drink of water and don’t want to wake up your partner or kids, all you have to do is firmly shake the light back and forth and it becomes your personal flashlight.

For me, the real magic of the Casper Glow Light happened when I downloaded the Casper app. While it is possible to operate the light without it, the app allows you to control what time you want to start the dimming process at night and brightening in the morning. This light has made me much less restless as I wind down for bed, and I’m able to fall asleep faster. I like to get up around 6 a.m. to hit the gym before starting work, and the sun isn’t particularly beaming at that hour. Since using the Casper Glow Light, waking up isn’t as startling of an experience as it is when I rely solely on my phone’s alarm.

The price of the Casper Glow Light is a little on the expensive side ($129 each), but you can get it for 50 percent off at Casper’s 4th of July Sale today through July 11. Coming in under $65, there’s no better time to get one! Even if it wasn’t on sale, given the positive effect it’s had on my sleep habits and its ease of use, I’d say it was totally worth it. The soft, warm light it emits is just bright enough to get the job done, and surprisingly, I’ve found waking up to the Glow Light puts me in a better morning mood.

Lesson of the day: Better sleep is always worth the splurge.

Buy: Casper Glow Light, $64.50 (normally $129)

Jasmine Grant

Senior Commerce Editor

Jasmine is Apartment Therapy’s Senior Commerce Editor, where she’s devoted to leading shopping guides and bringing you the best deals on the internet. She knows a whole lot about rugs, candles and geometric vases. Ask away!

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Here’s What “Rest Snacking” Is — and Why You Should Start Doing It

Here’s What “Rest Snacking” Is — and Why You Should Start Doing It

by | Jun 27, 2022 | Design Inspiration, Style

Working is exhausting but, unfortunately for most people, it’s a total necessity. Come Friday evening, after spending 40-plus hours at an office or switching from Zoom call to Zoom call at home, most people are pretty wiped out. And though getting a full night’s sleep every night can ease some of this fatigue, it can also be helpful to take little breaks throughout the day to keep yourself motivated.

Enter “rest snacking,” a phrase we’re officially coining to encompass all the small ways you can rest throughout the day before getting a “full meal” of actual sleep at night. Whether you only have a few seconds between calls or a bit more flexibility, consider working a few of these rest snack breaks into your daily routine to feel instantly refreshed and a bit more rested.

11 Cooling Pillows for When You’re Just Too Hot to Sleep

11 Cooling Pillows for When You’re Just Too Hot to Sleep

by | Jun 22, 2022 | Design Inspiration, Style

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Sleeping on a cool pillow is always a plus, but in the summertime, it’s especially necessary (particularly if you’re like me and sleep in a room that constantly feels oh-so-hot, no matter how many fans are running!). But no need to sweat it, because there are plenty of pillows on the market that are specifically designed to keep you cool as you catch those valuable Zzzs. That means no more tossing, turning, and constantly flipping your pillow over to briefly enjoy its cold side. Below, we’ve rounded up 11 popular cooling pillows that promise to help you chill out and stay comfortable as you sleep, no matter what the season. You’ll thank us later!

Sarah Lyon and Sarah M. Vazquez also contributed reporting.

Nicole Lund

Commerce Editor

Nicole writes about shopping and products for Apartment Therapy, but her specialities are candles, bedding, bath, and pretty much anything homebody-friendly. She has been writing for AT for three years.

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