We can all agree that a decent night’s sleep is important, but it’s also something sometimes hard to come by once those warmer temperatures of summer are welcomed. But there is one simple way you can make sure sleep comes swiftly when it’s hot out, and it comes down to fabric.
Fabric matters – the bed linen you choose can dictate just how serenely you sleep that night. The majority of bed linen is made from cotton, which is an obvious choice as it’s a material that’s soft, easy to layer, and particularly durable when it comes to washing and care. But while cooling, it can’t quite compare to the benefits of a summer-suited linen.
Temperature-regulating, anti-static, anti-bacterial and a natural insulator, linen has the impressive ability of keeping you cool in summer and warm in winter. Not to mention they feel soft as snow, and make for a rather suave statement in your bedroom. Ready to take the plunge into linen? Get a good look at the soft hues of AERE Home, IN BED, Linen House and more.
Though the choices don’t end there, particularly when it comes to pillowcases. Bamboo and pillowcases are starting to flood the market, and for good reason. Beauty enthusiasts will be all too familiar with silk as an option – the smoothness of satin pillowcases, like those from Shhh Silk, prevents wrinkles and frizzy hair both (no lie!) But in terms of summertime they’re also an admirable ally, as silk fibres are temperature regulating, and unlike cotton (which absorbs moisture) silk wicks moisture away, promising you remain cool all night long.
Bamboo is another winner because it too boasts moisture-wicking properties which not only help to keep the body cool through muggy summer flights, but help to protect your sheets from discolouration and any unfortunate smells. Plus, they feel incredible too – look to sateen sheets for an added touch of luxury.
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