If appearances are what you’re after, the sky is your limit when it comes to layering a bed. Of course, you always want to start with your basics: a luxuriously comfortable mattress, a fitted sheet, a flat sheet, and some pillowcases.

 

Now comes the fun part: Depending on the design and/or color of your duvet or comforter, you can “fold down” or “fold up.” For instance, let’s say you also like to have a lightweight blanket between your sheet and your duvet. By choosing to “fold down” your comforter, so that it rests at the foot of your bed, you’re able to show off both the blanket and the comforter. This also helps highlight your pillows—which are fun to play around with when layering for style.

 

Depending on the pattern or color of your sheets, you can either hide or show off your sleeping pillows behind or in front of Euro pillows. Play around here by choosing a different hue or pattern for these pillowcases to see what works best based on the other colors in your room—be it the walls, a rug, or even your artwork. Then, accentuate the top of your bed even further with a handful (or more!) of decorative throw pillows.

 

The “fold up” approach is best for those who don’t sleep with a secondary blanket between the sheets. Without it, the bed may look too bare if the duvet or comforter is folded down.

 

Now, if you’re not too worried about making a statement with your bed, lose the throw pillows. They can be a hassle to store when you’re not using them and are really just for show…though they can be nice for extra support when reading or having a coffee in bed. (See? Practical!)

 

Finally, if you’re going for looks and practicality, use the “fold down” approach. Keep the shams and place just one statement throw pillow in the center of the bed between all the pillows. Find one that’s not only stylish, but the size to offer neck support when sitting up to watch a movie or even behind-the-knee support for added comfort on lazy Sunday mornings.

Our Official Layering Guide

 

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Bedding Basics

Start with the basics.

Our Hybrid Organic Latex Mattress is designed to give the perfect amount of support and comfort for all sleeping positions. It features an organic latex layer that’s topped with an incredibly soft pad, crafted of organic cotton and Joma wool.

Our Down Alt Comforter is crafted with a breathable organic cotton cover and GRS certified recycled down alternative polyfill. It’s lightweight and temperature insulated for year-round comfort.

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Bedding

Now, choose your sheets and duvet.

All of our bedding collections are made with 100% organic cotton and certified to ensure you’re not snuggling up to harmful toxins. Whether you’re a hot sleeper looking for crisp, cool Percale or a cooler sleeper looking for buttery-smooth, warm Sateen – we’ve got you covered. If you’re looking for a super-soft, laidback look, our Jersey is a perfect match. Read more about each collection in A Quick Guide to Our New Bedding.

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Pillowcases and Shams

Top it all off with pillows.

Beyond our Percale, Sateen, and Jersey Pillowcase Sets, our Percale and Sateen Euro shams offer an added flair. Add on a decorative sham that’s good on the planet and your bed.

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