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Everything You Need To Know About Hypothermia
Hypothermia is a condition that occurs when your body temperature drops below 95°F (35°C). It may lead to life threatening complications if not treated immediately by healthcare professionals.
Hypothermia may occur when body temperature drops below this range. It's most often caused by exposure to cold environments for prolonged periods.
Hypothermia is a particularly dangerous condition because it can affect your ability to think clearly, decreasing your likelihood of seeking medical help.
According to the National Library of Medicine, hypothermia causes up to 1,500 deaths each year in the United States. This includes 1 in 2 people with moderate to severe hypothermia who receive emergency medical treatment.
Keep reading to learn more about the symptoms, causes, and treatments for hypothermia.
What are the stages of hypothermia?There are three stages of hypothermia, which have different ranges of core body temperatures:
Symptoms, treatments, and outlooks may vary depending on the severity of hypothermia.
However, it's important to get immediate medical attention if you suspect that you or someone you're with has hypothermia, regardless of how severe it may be.
The most common symptoms of hypothermia may include:
Severe hypothermia
If you suspect that you or someone you're with has hypothermia, get immediate medical attention.
Prolonged exposure to cold weather is the primary cause of hypothermia. Other causes may include:
When your body is exposed to prolonged cold, you may start to shiver and your basal metabolic rate (BMR) will increase. These are your body's natural responses to generate more heat. Blood vessels in your hands and feet may also constrict (peripheral vasoconstriction) to prevent blood from cooling and returning to your organs.
However, when these bodily functions stop, your body temperature can drop quickly and significantly.
Researchers have identified several risk factors that may impact how your body generates heat or feels the cold, increasing your risk of hypothermia. These may include:
Hypothermia is a medical emergency that requires immediate medical attention. Call 911 as soon as possible if you suspect that you or someone you know has hypothermia.
The goal of hypothermia treatment is to increase body temperature to a normal range. The CDC recommends the affected person or their caregiver take the following steps while waiting for medical attention:
Monitor the individual's breathing. If their breathing seems dangerously slow, or if they lose consciousness, perform CPR if you're trained to do so.
While waiting for medical attention, it's important to handle the affected person gently. Avoid excessive movements, as this may cause cardiac arrest.
Similarly, avoid using heating pads or lamps on the legs and arms. Applying a compress to these areas will push cold blood back toward the heart, lungs, and brain, which could be fatal.
Medical treatment
Severe hypothermia is treated in the hospital. Three common approaches may be used depending on the severity of your condition:
Immediate medical attention is crucial for preventing complications. The longer you wait, the more complications may arise from hypothermia.
Other complications may include:
Preventive measures are key to avoiding hypothermia. The CDC recommends the following prevention tips:
Can you fully recover from hypothermia?
Most people with mild hypothermia will fully recover without any complications. However, you may experience complications if you have severe hypothermia or risk factors, such as underlying health conditions.
How long can hypothermia last?
Hypothermia doesn't resolve on its own, so there's no definite duration. It could last until warming methods are introduced. There's also no defined period between the onset of hypothermia and cardiac arrest, so early treatment is crucial to prevent complications.
What happens if you warm up too quickly after hypothermia?
Warming up too quickly after hypothermia can significantly increase your risk of cardiac arrest. Other complications of rewarming may include inflammation, arrhythmias, severe infections, and blood clots, among others.
Hypothermia is an emergency health condition that happens when your body loses more heat than it can generate. It's usually caused by prolonged exposure to cold environments.
Call 911 or your local emergency services if you or someone you know experiences hypothermia to help reduce your risk of life threatening complications.
Best Cooling Comforters Of 2024
$188 at Sijo HomeSijo AiryWeight Eucalyptus Comforter
Best temperature-regulating cooling comforter
$399 at BirchBirch Natural Down Duvet Insert
Best down cooling comforter
$179 at LaylaLayla Down Alternative Comforter
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$199 at WalmartCasper Lightweight Humidity Fighting Duvet
Honorable mention
Show more (5 items)I'm a hot sleeper. This means my higher body temperature causes me to toss and turn and kick off the comforter at night. If you're anything like me, you know how difficult things can get, especially in a hot summer. So, I went on a hunt to find a solution to improve my sleep.
It looks like your bedding -- or in this case, my fluffy comforter -- is one of the main factors to keep an eye on when it comes to sleeping cool because it can cause you to overheat at night. This led to my mission of finding the best cooling comforters to keep me and my fellow hot sleepers cool.
Luckily, many brands are making bedding that's optimized for heat. Switching to a cooling comforter made of lightweight materials and even a cool-to-the-touch cover can make a huge difference for hot sleepers. So, it's time to ditch that old comforter trapping your body heat and leaving you damp with sweat.
I slept with a different comforter each night. Caroline Igo/CNETTo help you cool off at night, I tested 11 cooling comforters and put together this list of the eight best cooling comforters for hot sleepers. I also included a couple of honorable mentions in case one of those might fit you better.
Keep in mind that if you opt for a duvet cover over any of these comforters, the cover you use will affect the cooling sensation. If you're a hot sleeper, I suggest finding a cotton, bamboo, sateen or other light material duvet cover if you want to get the most out of your cooling comforter.
Rest Evercool Cooling Comforter in Ivory has a cool-to-the-touch feel. Caroline Igo/CNETThe best overall cooling comforterThe Rest Evercool Cooling Comforter is my top pick for the best cooling comforter due to its truly cool-to-the-touch feel, comfort, color options, weight and moisture-wicking properties. During my testing, I found that it kept me dry at night; a very important aspect for a hot sleeper like myself.
How we tested the best cooling comfortersDuring my testing, I considered each comforter's materials, feel, weight, cooling properties, size and price. I then used one comforter a night, in addition to some daytime lounging. My own comforter consists of a light duvet insert and a white duvet cover. During my testing, I didn't put a duvet cover over any of the comforters (honestly, most don't need a cover). Note that if you opt for a duvet cover, the cool-to-the-touch sensation may be affected.
You won't find a comforter, duvet or blanket that will stay ice cold for the entire night, but these cooling comforters contain temperature-neutral materials that won't retain any of your body heat. Some have a cool-to-touch feel that I've noted below, but be aware that these comforters won't feel that cool all night.
Best cooling comforters of 2024 The Rest Evercool Cooling Comforter is silky soft and truly cool to the touch. That's why it made it to the top of my list for the overall best cooling comforter. It's machine-washable, has a wavy stitch pattern and comes in three colors: arctic blue, cool gray and ivory. Two of those colors are reversible, so you can easily switch up the look of your bedding. It's made with Tencel lyocell and poly fibers, and the cover is nylon and spandex.Besides the feel and look, the Rest Evercool Cooling Comforter is also great for wicking away moisture. It kept me dry, and when I turned to my side in the middle of the night, the other side of the comforter was still cool to the touch. If you prefer bedding with a little more fluff or don't want to use this as your sole comforter, I recommend using the Rest Evercool as a top sheet or a blanket. Either way, sleeping with it will keep you from waking up covered in sweat. Rest Duvet often has sales, and you can usually find this comforter for under $180 with discounts.Pros:Soft and very cool to the touchComes in three colors (two are reversible)Wicks away moistureCons:Thinner and wrinkles easilyDoesn't have anchor loops if you wanted to use it as a duvet insert If you loved everything about the Rest Evercool Cooling Comforter but wished it was fluffier and had anchor loops, then the Slumber Cloud UltraCool Comforter is for you. The truly cool-to-the-touch cover is made with nylon and spandex, and the filling is 100% polyester fiber. It's machine-washable and can be a comforter or a duvet insert.I love how soft and fluffy this comforter is, and much like its name, it feels like a cloud. I noticed that it might not be thin or lightweight enough for some hot sleepers. If that's you, I recommend the thinner Rest Evercool instead.Pros:Soft and truly cool to the touchFluffy, feels like a cloudTemperature regulatingCons:Only comes in whiteMight not be light enough for some hot sleepers If you're on a budget or looking for a cooling comforter with the best value, the Silk and Snow Down Alternative Comforter is by far the best option. Made with down-like microfiber fill and a square baffle construction, the comforter is both machine-washable and hypoallergenic. The corners also have anchor loops if you want to turn it into a duvet insert.While I wouldn't say that the outer shell is soft or cool to the touch, it is light and made of 100% cotton. There are also all-season and winter thickness options, but hot sleepers should stick to the lightweight version.Pros:Can be a duvet insert or a comforterHas anchor loopsThe best value for your moneyCons:Not soft or cool to the touchA bit of the fill may escape Hot sleepers should look for cooling comforters that are made with the right materials and are also the right weight. Truly lightweight comforters are hard to come by, but the Brooklinen Down Comforter is just right. The outer shell is made with 100% long-staple cotton and has a baffle box construction (meaning the filling won't get stuck in one place). The down cluster and feather fill have been sustainably sourced from Hutterite Farms in Canada and are Downmark Certified.I like how fluffy this comforter is, and I can see it as a duvet insert or a comforter on its own. Just like any down comforter, be aware that some fill may escape. Also, dry-clean or spot-clean only.Pros:Cons:Only available in whiteA bit of the fill may escape Sijo specializes in sustainable sleep products, and as such, most of its bedding is made from eucalyptus fibers, which is one of the most sustainable fabrics. The Sijo AiryWeight Eucalyptus Comforter is cool to the touch, lightweight and has two types of anchor loops for a duvet cover. The cover and the filling are 100% Tencel lyocell, which is naturally cool and moisture-wicking.In addition to being the best temperature-regulating cooling comforter on this list, it is also the best comforter for those with allergies. Eucalyptus is naturally hypoallergenic, and the comforter has been certified Asthma and Allergy Friendly. While I didn't find this comforter as soft as some of the others on this list, its high-quality materials are hard to beat.Pros:Cons:Not too softNot available in Twin or Twin XL Cozy Earth products feel and look luxurious, and its Bamboo Comforter is no exception. It has detailed stitching along the edge, has a baffle box construction and feels cool to the touch. It looks great as a standalone comforter. Both the cover and the filling are 100% Viscose from bamboo, which is naturally breathable and moisture-wicking, keeping you cool.I tested the standard fill which I found cool and light enough for hot sleepers but can also help keep you warm during colder months. I see this comforter as all-season. While this is the most expensive on the list, Cozy Earth does have sales.Pros:Made with 100% Viscose from bambooNaturally breathable and moisture-wickingHas anchor loopsCons: Birch is one the best organic and natural bedding brands out there. If you're conscientious about your bedding and the places in which the material comes from, look no further than Birch. Its Natural Down Duvet Insert is a mix of white down and wool down, which both meet the Responsible Down Standard. The cover is made of organic cotton fibers that help to wick moisture and keep you cool.While this comforter is meant to be all-season, I found it to be heavier than the other comforters on this list. It's very fluffy and can still be suitable for some hot sleepers.Pros:Natural down and wool fillFeatures organic cottonFluffyCons:Expensive and heavierNot available in Twin or Twin XL Down alternative comforters are both eco-conscious and typically more affordable. Made without animal features or fur, the Layla Down Alternative Comforter feels pretty close to the real thing. The cover is made from 100% cotton, and its fill consists of 700 fill power-down alternative fibers. Layla calls this fill Cluster-Loft, which is soft, fluffy and designed to not retain heat.It's available in both white and gray, and instead of the usual baffle box design, Layla's comforter has an octagon pattern. This still keeps the fill from piling at one end. I would say that this can be a stand-alone comforter or a duvet insert. It has four anchor loops if you decide on the latter.Pros:Fluffy, light and the cover is made of 100% cottonAvailable in gray and whiteLayla often has dealsCons:Not cool to the touchNot too soft Other cooling comforters testedWhile they didn't make my list, some of these comforters have features worth mentioning. Here are my honorable mentions.
Casper's Lightweight Humidity Fighting Duvet is made with a 100% cotton shell and filled with ethically sourced down. It has an added layer of merino wool that helps to wick away any moisture. While it doesn't have the typical baffle box design, there are sewn-in long rectangles that keep the down in place. There are also anchor loops for a duvet cover, which is a good idea considering that the duvet isn't too soft.Ultimately, this duvet didn't make my list due to the price. The Brooklinen Down Comforter is lighter, softer and costs less. I like the fact that the Sleep Number True Temp Blanket comes in five fun colors. Out of all the comforters I tested, this had the most variety. The blanket is lightweight but feels a little rough. The cover has a 300 thread count and is made of cotton and polyester. I would say it's cool to the touch but not as cool as the others on my list. It is filled with polyester and what Sleep Number called 37.5 technology, which refers to material embedded with volcanic minerals that wick away moisture.Again, this is more of a blanket than a comforter. You can absolutely use this as a cooling comforter, I just wish it was softer and more comfortable. Factors to consider when choosing a cooling comforterMaterial
The best cooling comforters will be made out of cotton, bamboo, linen, eucalyptus and/or microfiber. Cooling covers will be made of nylon, polyester or spandex.
Size
Some comforters dont come in a Twin/Twin XL. However, if you want an oversized look, you can size up.
Thickness
Hot sleepers should look for a comforter that is lightweight and thin. However, if you prefer fluffier bedding, a thicker comforter still works as long as it contains temperature-neutral materials.
Price
Bedding can be expensive. Oftentime, you can find a great quality comforter for around $150 to $250. Comforters with higher-quality materials (such as silk or bamboo) may well be over $300 or $400.
Allergies
If you have allergies or asthma, it's important to sleep on bedding that is hypoallergenic. This can reduce your exposure to dust mites, mold and other allergens.
The best cooling comforters will be made out of cotton, bamboo, linen, eucalyptus or microfiber. Cooling covers will be made of nylon, polyester or spandex. Steer clear of heavy comforters.
Some cooling comforters may feel cool to the touch, but this sensation won't last all night long. The material inside the cooling comforter is what works. These types of comforters are made from material that won't retain body heat and remain temperature-neutral. A cool-to-the-touch cover is only an added bonus.
You can find cheap cooling comforters for around $50 on Amazon, but the higher quality comforters that will actually regulate your temperature can cost you anywhere from $150 to $300. Hot sleepers should look for cooling comforters made of materials that won't retain heat, such as flannel, wool and down that's not lightweight.
The 11 Very Best Comforters
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I love slipping into crisp, cool sheets at night, but nestling under a big, fluffy comforter is what feels truly luxurious to me. It's like putting on a really nice overcoat: It provides warmth while tying everything together. Whether they're filled with goose down or a down alternative, I prefer lofty, cloudlike comforters no matter the season, but more sensitive sleepers may require different weights for warmer and cooler months. Luckily, many companies offer a range of seasonally appropriate options, so if you sleep hot, you won't have to suffer under an oppressive one. To help you find the perfect comforter, I tested a few options and also consulted interior designers and hospitality professionals about what they actually use in their projects, hotels, and homes. (A note: While the terms duvet and comforter are often used interchangeably, they technically mean different things. A comforter doesn't require a cover, but a duvet does. I've included both here.) Below are the best down-filled and down-alternative comforters, plus versions with bamboo shells and dual-temperature control, and one that comes with a convenient zippered cover. (All the prices listed are for a queen size.)
Update on September 20, 2024: Updated prices and checked stock for all products.
Sheritca Maynard of Interior Design by S&S says the fill of your comforter should be the quality you pay the most attention to, whether you're looking for down or down-alternative options. Not only will it impact how warm the comforter will be, but it will also play a huge role in the comfort of your bed, especially for those who want something exceptionally fluffy. Many of our experts prefer down alternative, which is typically made from synthetic polyester fibers, sometimes derived from recycled plastic, because it can be more ecofriendly, hypoallergenic, and less lumpy than down. (You can learn more about the difference between down and synthetic insulation here.)
But for a luxury-hotel sleeping experience, nothing, according to interior designer Elizabeth Strianese of Elizabeth Strianese Interiors, compares to high-end goose-down comforters, which she says have "left a mark on my sleeping psyche." Without getting too technical, down comforters are either filled with down (the fluffy insulation beneath the feathers) from geese and ducks or a blend of down and feathers. All-down comforters are more expensive than blended ones. (If you want to learn more about the composition of down, head to our story about the best down pillows.) Most have a baffle-box construction, which means they're made with discrete boxlike pockets that each contain an equal amount of filling, preventing it from moving around the whole comforter or clumping. You'll see a fill power number associated with some of the down comforters below, and that number indicates how warm the blanket will be. Generally speaking, the higher the number, the warmer the comforter, but for more insight into the topic, read our explainer here. You can read more about our favorite down comforters here.
As I noted above, a duvet is meant to be used with a cover, while a comforter can be used on its own, though a lot of people opt to use a duvet cover on a comforter to protect it from stains (and to prolong the period between washes). If you plan to use your comforter without a duvet cover, or are worried about breathability, you might want to pay attention to its shell material. Look for cotton, bamboo, and Tencel for a more comfortable sleep.
Sweaty sleepers should be able to enjoy the coziness of a comforter without the excessive heat. Interior designer Linda Hayslett of LH.Designs says the weight "can determine how hot or cool you are when sleeping" since the heavier it is, the warmer it is. Pick an "all season" or "summer" comforter if you would like something on the cooler side; these are usually more lightweight.
Comforters are large and bulky and take a bit of effort to clean, but depending on the manufacturer, they can also be washed in the washing machine (like many on this list). If you think your home laundry machine can't handle the load, take it to a laundromat or even the dry cleaners.
Filling: 600–650 fill power European downShell: 300-thread-count combed-cotton-sateen shellWeight: Three different weightsCare: Machine washable
Down-filled comforters are more expensive than ones filled with polyester, but they do feel more luxurious, like something you'd find at a high-end hotel. I've owned this down comforter from the Company Store's Legends Hotel collection for five years, and up until recently, it was the only bed covering I used all year long. I love feeling ensconced under it, and after all these years, it's still fluffy and warm, even after several trips to the laundromat and dry cleaner. Filled with European down, it has a baffled-box construction and comes in three different weight options: light, medium, and extra. I own the medium weight, and I sleep perfectly comfortably with it during the spring, winter, and fall months. (In the summer, I sleep without the air conditioner on and usually use only a top sheet as a cover.) I haven't noticed much feather leakage in the time I've had it, and because I always use a duvet cover on it, the sateen shell has stayed smooth and white but would still look nice on its own. For its quality, durability, comfort, and price, it's my top pick for best down-filled comforter.
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Filling: Down cluster fill from CanadaShell: 400-thread-count long-staple cotton-sateen shellWeight: Three different weightsCare: Spot-clean or dry-clean
For something slightly less lofty but just as comfortable, consider Brooklinen's down comforter, which also comes in three different weights (all-season, lightweight, and ultrawarm). While I was initially a little skeptical of how thin the comforter looked compared to my Company Store one, sleeping under it on a cool fall night dispelled any notion that it wouldn't be warm enough. I used it without a duvet cover on crisp percale sheets and was concerned that I might be a little bit cold without the extra heft of a cover and with the coolness of the percale, but I slept comfortably all night thanks to the sourced-in-Canada down clusters and baffle-box construction. Compared to both Brooklinen's down-alternative option (see below) and my usual Company Store comforter, this one is less fluffy and feels more like a blanket but is, again, just as cozy.
It's also a favorite of three experts I spoke to for this story. Hayslett loves its fluffy look and its long-staple cotton-sateen shell's softness, while interior designer Lyndsi Lee appreciates that it can be used all year long. Courtney Laine, owner of Victorian bed-and-breakfast Batterby House and Cottage in Hudson, New York, calls it a good midrange option for those looking for that cloudlike feeling of sleeping under a down comforter without the hefty price tag that down bedding usually goes for. If you prefer a low-maintenance down comforter — a.K.A. One that doesn't require constant fluffing — this one is for you.
Wrapped up in the Brooklinen comforter. Photo: Lauren Ro
Filling: 750 fill power European white down and feathersShell: Cotton sateenWeight: Light and mediumCare: Machine washable or dry-clean
Parachute makes some of our favorite linen sheets, bath robes, towels, and other home goods, including its down pillows, which we ranked the best you can buy. Strategist senior editor Simone Kitchens bought the brand's all-season duvet insert and says it's the best one she's ever owned. "I wanted something super lofty," she says. "Two years later, it's as fluffy as when I first unfurled it. And it truly works year-round, keeping me warm in the winter and perfectly comfortable in the warmer months." The filling is 85 percent down and 15 percent feathers and has a baffled-box design to keep the fill in place, lightweight and all-season options, sturdy seams, and an extra-lofty feel.
Filling: 550 fill power white down and 37.5 fiberShell: Cotton and polyesterWeight: MediumCare: Machine washable
While Laine likes Brooklinen's comforter as a solid everyday option for most folks, she uses this temperature-regulating down duvet insert from Pottery Barn at her inn and rental cottage. It's made of mostly of down but blended with a special fiber that's helps keep sleepers comfortable in both cool and warm temperatures. "Our inn and cottage have 100-plus-year-old radiator heat, which sometimes works too well, so we switched to temperature regulating down duvets," she says. "It has the nice fluff and weight of a classic down duvet, but on cold upstate nights when the radiator is really cranking, you won't wake up sweaty." The insert's shell is made of the the same blend for added temperature regulation. If you want to cop the look (and feel) of the bed and breakfast's setup, Laine covers their duvets in Morrow's linen duvet cover, which she calls "great-looking, soft, and breathable."
Filling: 650 to 750 fill power European white goose downShell: Cambric cottonWeight: Five different weightsCare: Machine washable
For a truly luxurious sleeping experience, consider this European goose-filled down comforter that Strianese discovered a few years ago when she stayed at a luxury hotel in Sweden. "I actually called the hotel a month after we returned to find out the maker so I could purchase one," she says. Dewoolfson's high-end, authentic white-goose-down comforters are expensive, but they cost far less than those made by high-end brands like Frette and Matouk, which cost upwards of a couple thousand dollars each. Strianese likens the experience of slumbering underneath hers to "sleeping under meringue." To minimize feather leakage, it's covered in a tightly woven chambray-like fabric. It comes in five different weights, including the lightest, "Florida Light," and the heaviest, "Canadian Winter."
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Filling: Down alternative (recycled polyester)Shell: Long-staple cotton sateenWeight: Light, medium, and heavyweightCare: Dry-clean
While I personally prefer a comforter filled with goose down, it's not always the most practical choice if you are vegan or have allergies. Down-alternative comforters, which are typically filled with a synthetic fiberlike polyester, are hypoallergenic, cost less, and can be more ecofriendly if made with recycled materials. When I tested Brooklinen's all-season down-alternative comforter over the summer, I found it to be just as comfortable as ones made from goose down. While it felt bouncier than a down-filled one, it wasn't heavy or bulky, and the thickness was a nice in-between for average sleepers. The cotton-sateen shell felt smooth to the touch, and because of its luxe sheen, it could be used without a duvet cover. The comforter has a baffle-box construction and each pocket is filled with hypoallergenic recycled PET microfiber, which experts say is just as cozy as real down. The one downside: It's dry-clean only.
Filling: Down alternative (polyester)Shell: MicrofiberWeight: MediumCare: Machine washable
Here's a down-alternative comforter that's a fraction of the price of the Brooklinen comforter, and it's recommended by Lee — and over 129,000 Amazon reviewers. "It's very comfortable and has so many great features," Lee says. With a smooth microfiber shell that comes in white and five dual-color, reversible options (no duvet cover required), it's appropriate for all seasons. Plus, "it's super easy to maintain since it's filled with a down alternative down. You can throw it in the washing machine with the option to tumble dry low," she says. (This could also work as a duvet insert, if you prefer to go that route.)
Filling: Down alternative (polyester)Shell: Bamboo, rayon, and combed cotton-sateen blendWeight: MediumCare: Machine washable
Sweaty sleepers might find bamboo particularly comfortable because it tends to be more breathable than cotton or synthetic materials. Devin Shaffer, Decorilla's lead sales designer, recommends this bamboo comforter from Company Store and uses it quite a bit in his projects. Shaffer is a fan of bamboo linens in general for their smooth texture and excellent temperature-regulation properties, characteristics that are also true of this comforter. "Its cotton and bamboo combination is the secret to maintaining the perfect 'under the covers' climate," he says. Filled with polyester, it comes in six colors — "The hottest colors are 'misty blue' and 'tarragon,' which fall into the 'Danish pastel' color palette that's in high demand," Shaffer says — and can be used with or without a duvet cover.
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Filling: Down alternativeShell: Long-staple cottonWeight: Light and mediumCare: Machine washable
If you sleep hot but your bedmate is always cold (or vice versa), finding the right comforter to accommodate both preferences can be challenging. That's why Hayslett recommends the Crane & Canopy dual comforter with two different warmth and weight levels. She says it's "perfect to keep both happy and sleeping easy," hopefully limiting any future arguments. One side of the hypoallergenic comforter is labeled "all season," which features seven-inch squares packed with down-alternative filling, while the "lightweight" side has ten-inch squares for better airflow. As for the comforter's shell, that's made from extra-long-staple cotton for a smooth finish.
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Filling: Wool battingShell: Organic cottonWeight: MediumCare: Machine washable
If you don't like the idea of down or polyester fill, consider this duvet made of wool batting. It's recommended by Ray Pirkle, co-founder of Rivertown Lodge in Hudson. It won't have the loft or fluffiness of a down or down-alternative comforter; instead, it's got some weight to it, not unlike a weighted blanket. Plus, "it's hypoallergenic and organic," he says. And because wool is known to be a natural insulator, it will keep you cool on summer nights and warm during the winter.
Filling: Down alternative (recycled polyester)Shell: Tencel lyocellWeight: LightweightCare: Machine washable
Buffy's Cloud Comforter is another great option for anti-down folks. It's covered in Tencel lyocell (made from eucalyptus trees), a material that's considered to be moisture-wicking and breathable. Strategist junior writer Kitty Guo uses it all year long and says that it "feels lighter and fluffier than other comforters but it's cool in the summer and warm in the winter," though she adds a disclaimer that she prides herself on excellent thermoregulation abilities "so it might be a bit too heavy for others in the thick of summer." Former Strategist writer Lori Keong tested it out back in 2018, too, and described the comforter as "tremendously soft, light, and cool to the touch, and sleeping beneath it, you feel nestled in an airy but cozy canopy." With a filling made from recycled polyester, Keong said it stays fluffy and maintains a silky soft texture that doesn't pill.
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Filling: Down alternativeShell: Cotton sateenWeight: LightweightCare: Machine washable
If you've ever struggled to put a cover on your duvet only to wake up the next morning to find it bunched up inside, consider Pippen House's innovative system designed to eliminate all that fuss. The all-weather insert is filled with a hypoallergenic down alternative and has a cotton-sateen shell, but what makes it special are the hidden zippers that attach to the included cover (made from a 300-thread-count bamboo-and-cotton blend).
I was sent one to test and was quite pleased with how easy — and fast — it was to put together. Instead of inelegantly stuffing the duvet into the cover and attempting to secure it with corner ties, all you do is connect the zippers on either side of the duvet with the cover inside out, then flip it out, close the bottom flap, and smooth. (Here's a video.) I could see this motivating me to wash the cover more frequently since it's no longer a headache to remove and put back on. The comforter feels admittedly thin with not too much loft, so I would say it's better for warmer seasons. But both the duvet and cover are supersoft to the touch and very comfortable to sleep under.
• Kitty Guo, Strategist junior writer• Linda Hayslett, founder of LH.Designs• Lori Keong, former Strategist writer• Simone Kitchens, Strategist senior editor• Courtney Laine, Batterby House & Cottage• Lyndsi Lee, interior designer• Sherica Maynard, founder of Interior Design by S&S• Ray Pirkle, Rivertown Lodge• Devin Shaffer, Decorilla lead sales designer• Elizabeth Strianese, founder of Elizabeth Strianese Interiors
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