a list of all your bedding basics that i have tried and tested (90% of the list)!
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pillows
a list of down and down alternative pillows that i rec!
i have a set of queen pillows from 2021, and they are still super fluffy and lofty! i absolutely love these pillows that i bought a king set in 2025, and the quality is still super great. i highly recommend these pillows if you are looking for a down...
viewstar Queen Pillows Set of 2, Down Alt
after trying out so many down pillows, this is the one that i settled on! it feels like a cloud yet supports my neck and head throughout the night. i pair the queen size pillow with a standard size pillow case to give a loftier feel.
down pillow 700 fill - queen, medium firm
i've tried this pillow, and i find it's best for a sleeper who prefers a firmer pillow with structure.
boll & branch down pillow - standard, medium firm
these are one of the few down pillows that you can actually test out in stores! the standard medium is softer than the boll & branch standard medium and is slightly smaller in size. also, despite it's high price tag, this pillow actually goes on ...
macy's hotel collection down, medium
silk pillow cases
this is the brand that i am currently using! comes in various sizes such as standard, queen, king, cal king and body pillow. it's made of 25 momme mulberry silk which is the thickest option. great for dealing with frizzy hair, hot sleepers and breako...
THXSILK 25 Momme Silk Pillowcase
i will always recommend a silk pillowcase for anyone who wants less frizzy hair, better skin and overall a cooling pillowcase. i highly recommend at least 22 momme for your silk pillowcase as the material will be thicker. this one is the 25 momme whi...
ZIMASILK 25 Momme Mulberry Silk Pillowcase
perfect for dealing with frizzy hair and hot sleepers! plus it's great on your skin and reduces breakouts. 22 momme is thicker than 19 momme but slightly thinner than 25 momme. preferably, i sleep with a 25 momme silk pillowcase; however, if that is ...
ZIMASILK 22 Momme Silk Pillowcase
since silk is a natural fiber, you must use a detergent made for delicates or you may ruin your silk! this is the detergent i use, and a little goes a long way. i put my silk pillowcase in a bucket filled with a gallon of lukewarm water and pour in a...
SOAK laundry detergent for delicates - scentless
duvet covers
this is my current duvet cover, and i absolutely love it! it's made of 100% organic cotton percale which helps keep you cool throughout the night. i researched high and low for a basic, white duvet cover that was a reasonable price yet made of high q...
Pottery Barn Classic 400 Thread Count Organic Percale Duvet Cover
similar to the pottery barn 400 thread count percale duvet cover but costs less. the thread count of this duvet cover is not known on the website, but it feels slightly rougher than the 400 one. this is common with lower thread count percale sheets b...
Pottery Barn Everyday Percale Duvet Cover
this is the duvet cover that i would've bought if it were in my budget. super smooth to the touch and cooling. you can definitely tell that the duvet cover has a 1000 thread count by how silky it feels. it's made of 100% supima cotton, has corner tie...
Pottery Barn 1000-Thread-Count Sateen Duvet Cover
quince is a super popular choice for bedding with a variety of materials and colors! if you're looking for a cotton percale duvet cover that is under $100, i suggest trying out quince! they also have a 365 day return policy!
Quince Classic Organic Percale Duvet Cover Set in White
if you're looking for a luxury linen duvet cover, try out this one from quince! it's under $200 and comes in over 30 colors and patterns. it's made from 100% european flax linen so it'll keep you cool throughout the night.
Quince Linen Duvet Cover Set in White
duvet inserts
a tip when buying a duvet insert is to always size up for a fluffier look! if you have a queen size bed, buy a king size duvet insert to put inside your queen size duvet cover.
a great down duvet option that you can test in stores! don't worry about the price because it goes on sale from 40-60% off often and can be stacked with the 25% discount from signing up for their emails. only con about this one is that it has no corn...
Macy's Hotel Collection Down King Medium Weight
a high quality, down duvet insert with corner ties. if you have a queen size bed, size up your duvet insert for a fluffier look! boll & branch often has sales so keep a look out for those to save money. they do have a 15% discount when you sign up for their email year round! their biggest sale is typical...
Boll & Branch Down Duvet Insert | Midweight, King/Cal. King
if you have the budget for this, i would highly recommend trying out a duvet insert from feathered friends! super fluffy and holds its shape.