The Best Comforter for Every Sleeper: A Guide
As its name suggests, a comforter is one of the coziest bedding pieces available—and there are so many options to choose from! Light or extra-warm, cotton or linen, solid color or pattern—if you find yourself stumped by the selections, you can put those worries to bed: our handy guide will help you find the best comforter for your best rest, whether you sleep hot or cold, have allergies, or prefer to snuggle your pup while you snooze.
The Best Comforter for Your Preferred Sleeping Temperature
All of our down comforters—and many of our down alternative options—are available in weights ranging from super light to extra warm. To select bedding for sleepers whose preferences sit on either end of the spectrum, consider the ideal sleeping environment, the season, and comforter weight.
Those who sleep hot may find that a down or down alternative comforter is too heavy for hot seasons, but one of our super-light comforters may be just right for cooler nights. When temperatures fall, up the warmth to light or medium depending on your local climate. No matter the season, hot sleepers should choose a comforter with a crisp, cool cotton percale shell and pair it with lightweight, breathable sheets for the best comfort.
If shivers interrupt your sleep, the best comforter for you will be one that’s cozy and warm. Cold sleepers should narrow their search to medium-weight or extra-warmth comforters with a warm sateen shell; a medium comforter can work year-round if layered with blankets and warm sheets, or swap it for an extra-warm comforter when winter comes.
Compromise is key when choosing the best comforter for couples. To satisfy different sleeping preferences, try a split or dual-weight comforter that allows each partner to select their preferred weight. Another option? Meet in the middle by layering a lightweight comforter with throws or blankets on half of the bed to up the cozy factor for the cold-natured partner.
