Duvet Buying Guide: How to Choose a Duvet Insert and Cover
From the benefits of a duvet to tips for choosing a cover and insert, learn everything you need to know about buying a duvet in our comprehensive guide. Pairing a duvet insert with a duvet cover creates one of our favorite bedding options: a two-piece top layer that’s equally suitable for an elegant main bedroom or a playful kids’ room.
What Are Duvet Inserts vs. Comforters?
Although they are similar top bedding layers—both are down or down alternative-filled shells made with durable fabric—and their names may be used interchangeably, the main difference between a duvet and a comforter is how each piece is used. Comforters stand alone, while duvet inserts are intended to be paired with a cover. As a result, comforters often feature decorative or colored shells, while duvets are typically white. The benefits of using a duvet include:
- Customizable Comfort: Duvet inserts are available in a range of weights, warmth levels, and fills, making it easy to customize your bedding to suit your sleeping preferences.
- Versatility: If you change your mind or prefer to update your bedding with the seasons, you’ll love the versatility of a duvet cover. You can change it as often as you’d like, and it requires minimal storage space.
- Ease of Use: A duvet cover renders a top sheet unnecessary, making a duvet-and-cover pairing a popular option for those who dread making the bed—especially kids.
- Washability: A duvet cover protects a duvet insert from spills, soil, and stains, and is easier to wash than bulky inserts or comforters.
