A good night’s sleep makes everything better. You may have banned screens from the bedroom and cut out caffeine, but it’s worth remembering to upgrade your bed linen, too. If you can spot any visible signs of wear and tear, such as thinning or yellowing, it likely means your bedding is due for an update.
While replacing a mattress or even pillows can be pricey, new bedding is a quicker and (usually) cheaper way to upgrade your bedroom. But first, you need to decide on a material.
Bedding comes in silk, flannel, polyester, cotton, linen and more. Cotton is easy to care for, and high-quality Egyptian cotton will give you that luxe hotel feel. Pay attention to the weave, too – percale cotton is light but can crease, while sateen cotton drapes beautifully but is heavy. A poly-cotton blend is often cheaper and low-maintenance, while linen sheets have a more ruffled look – ideal if you loathe ironing – and help to regulate temperature.
All you have to do now is choose from our tried-and-tested best bedding sets and prepare to snuggle up.
How we tested
We really did sleep on the job, testing a range of bedding in the best way possible – by trying out each set on our own bed and hitting the sack. Before we snoozed, we considered how soft the bedding was, or if it felt crisp and inviting, and how it affected our temperature during the night. We also washed and dried each set of bedding according to the manufacturer’s instructions and noted how easy they were to clean and keep looking good with minimal hassle. All prices quoted below are for a double bed.
Why you can trust IndyBest reviews
Siobhan Grogan has been writing review features for IndyBest since 2021. She covers a wide range of topics, having tried and tested everything from umbrellas to alcohol-free beer, but has a particular expertise when it comes to reviewing fabrics and textiles. She’s tested mattress protectors, pillows, towels and more, so she knows how to identify good materials. When it comes to bedding sets, she has a keen eye for style, detail and quality, using her high standards to ensure our readers get the best advice and value for their money.
The best bedding sets for 2025:
- Best overall – Next collection luxe 400 thread count Egyptian cotton sateen duvet cover and pillowcase set, from £50, Next.co.uk
- Best budget buy – Dunelm Fogarty soft touch double duvet cover and pillowcase set, from £15, Dunelm.com
- Best eco-friendly set – Panda bamboo complete bedding set, from £110, Pandalondon.com
- Best luxury buy – The White Company Somerton bed linen collection, duvet covers from £110, Thewhitecompany.com
- Best linen set – Woolroom Mariana 100% linen set, duvet covers from £99.99, Thewoolroom.com
