What To Look for in a Comforter Before Buying

Buying a comforter is a great way to improve your bed’s coziness while also switching up your bedroom’s decor. Whether in a solid color, floral pattern, whimsical animal print, or a classic plaid or stripe, comforters give the bed a fluffy, inviting look. But style isn’t everything. Knowing what to look for in a comforter to find your perfect match starts with understanding warmth levels, fill and shell materials, care needs, and sizes. Here are our top tips for how to choose a comforter you’ll love for years.

If your region is temperate, or your bedroom is very climate-controlled, your best comforter for sleep in summer and winter might be one and the same. All-season comforters fit the bill when you tend to sleep at a comfortable temperature year-round.

The best comforters for hot sleepers and warm weather are lightweight and breathable. With shells made from fabrics like crisp cotton percale, warm weather comforters allow air flow that keeps you insulated but doesn’t hold onto excess body heat. People who tend to overheat at night may prefer a lightweight comforter year-round.

If temperatures dip in the winter in your area, or if you appreciate burrowing into warm bedding no matter the number on the thermostat, you may prefer an extra-warm comforter. Their plentiful fill creates air pockets that gently trap warmth. Look for a comforter that uses a natural, high-quality shell fabric that’s still breathable, such as sateen, so you don’t feel overheated or sweaty.