When I tried the Core 4 Method a few months ago, I was desperate to bring some decorum to my linen closet, which had totally gotten out of hand. By the time I was able to carve out an entire afternoon to clear out, categorize, cut out, and contain this relatively small part of my home, it was stuffed with everything you can imagine: Makeup, expired throat lozenges, and even sunglasses I haven’t thought about since 2018. But the biggest offender was, without a doubt, my bedding collection.
As someone who writes about home decor for a living, I get a thrill from trying all kinds of bedding. Most people have a few sheet sets to rotate through while one’s dirty, but my dozen-plus collection was getting a little overwhelming—not to mention it was taking up two entire shelves in my linen closet. So, my husband and I swiftly set aside two-thirds of our bedding to donate and returned a select few back to my linen closet.
Let’s face it: I’m never going to be monogamous with my sheet sets—nor would I want to. Like a good pair of shoes or comfort television show, I’m a big believer in having different sheets for different occasions. But if you’re looking to enhance your nighttime routine, but have no idea where to start, here are the sets I swear by.
When I want to feel really fancy, I throw on my Luxome Luxury Sheet Set. Made completely of viscose, the brand’s bedding is moisture-wicking, but its texture wins me over time and time again.
Sure, you can’t go wrong with a classic cotton weave, but there’s something so inexplicably luxurious about slipping between top and fitted sheets that feel so silky. That’s exactly why I love to put these on after a particularly grueling week or whenever I come home from a work trip for an instant “ah.”
I might love my TENCEL bedding, but my husband loves linen. And honestly? I can’t blame him. Not only is the lightweight layer perfect for hot summer nights—you know, the ones when not even the air conditioner can cut through the humidity—but it’s slightly crinkled appearance looks so effortlessly elegant. The coastal grandmother-equivalent of bed sheets, if you will.
Cultiver’s set is crafted from European flax and pre-washed for a particularly soft setup. Needless to say, it was love at first snooze. My husband and I enjoy dressing up our bed in fun, colorful layers, so this rust-striped option is a happy medium between subtle and statement.
Sometimes, you just need bedding that’s ridiculously soft and snuggly, and that’s where Riley Home’s Cotton Cashmere Sheet Set comes in. I’ll be the first to admit that the brand had me at “cashmere.” After all, it’s one of (if not, the) most luxurious fiber there is, so the mere thought of wrapping yourself in cashmere before drifting off to dreamland is exhilarating.
In my opinion, Riley Home’s bundle offers the best of both worlds. Similar to a great cashmere cardigan, these sheets are undeniably soft, but they don’t feel too heavy or insulating. Rather, they’re almost like a worn-in sweatshirt you’ve loved for ages and has managed to feel like a second skin. The perfect way to stay cozy on a cold night without overheating.
