For some of us, sleeping hot is a year-round struggle. Whether you live in a warm climate or go without AC, or you've entered that time of life where night sweats and hot flashes are a regular occurrence, you need to find breathable bedding to manage your symptoms.
As a hot sleeper, Cozy Earth is one of my go-to retailers. So far, I've sampled their Bamboo Comforter, slept on their Silk Pillow, and snuggled under their Cuddle Blanket, and I'm saving up to buy more. I turn to Cozy Earth for breathable, sustainable bedding, but even I can acknowledge that their stuff is expensive. That's why I'm pleased to report that Cozy Earth is running their Black Friday bedding sale, where you could save up to 35% site-wide.
As H&G's resident sleep writer, I work nights, testing some of the world's best bedding. A lot of it ends up stuffed in my linen closet for lack of space, but I keep my Cozy Earth bedding in regular rotation. When I'm not using it, my sister will sneak it out of the laundry and bring it up to her bedroom − she loves the light feel and luxe finish you get from Cozy Earth. That's why Cozy Earth is one of the best places to buy bedding − especially at a discount.
Cozy Earth bedding − tried and tested
The only downside of a site-wide sale is how easy it is to feel spoiled for choice. So, to save you time and money, I've hand-picked three of my favorite Cozy Earth products, currently listed for less in the Cozy Days sales. I've found the best duvet insert for hot sleepers and eco-conscious shoppers, a super-soft blanket that would make a great housewarming gift, and the best pillow for sleepers who like a little luxury. I actually use all of these products in my home, so I'm perfectly placed to give you all the pros and cons of Cozy Earth bedding.
Cozy Earth bedding is seriously expensive, but that's the price you pay for organic materials and sustainable manufacture. If you're buying on a budget, and this bedding feels out of reach, then I suggest you switch focus to shop the best places to buy affordable bedding. You'll find deep discounts on sheets, shams, quilts, comforters, and pillows from a range of specialist sleep stores, including Brooklinen, Casper, and Tempur-Pedic.
Sizes: Standard, Oversized
Materials: 100% polyester
Colors: Dove Gray, Walnut
+ Nice and weighty
+ Never sheds
- Less suitable for hot sleepers
It's the Cuddle Blanket that first converted my sister to Cozy Earth. As soon as I was done testing, she commandeered the Cuddle Blanket for her own use. Most nights, I find her snuggled underneath the thick faux fur, relaxing under its luxurious weight, though she's switched to the Bamboo Coverlet for summer. The Cuddle Blanket comes in two sizes: a Standard Throw, which would look just as good draped over the arm of your sofa as it would spread across the edge of the bed, and an Oversized Throw for a dramatic drape.
Sizes: Standard, King
Fabric: Bamboo viscose
Filling: 100% Mulberry silk
+ Naturally cooling
+ Sustainably made
- Might be too soft for some sleepers
When I started testing the Cozy Earth Silk Pillow, I wondered whether it was just a gimmick. I thought that silk would feel soft, squishy, and insufficiently supportive. I was wrong – since I started sleeping on silk, six months ago, I've woken up without the usual pain in my neck or shoulders. As a hot sleeper, I appreciate the natural cooling properties of silk, wrapped in breathable bamboo, which makes it feel like I'm always sleeping on the cold side of the pillow. Still, I wouldn't recommend the Silk Pillow for everyone: side sleepers need something firmer, such as the Purple Harmony Pillow.
Sizes: Twin, Full/Queen, King
Filling: Bamboo viscose
Fill amount: Standard, Extra
+ Highly breathable
+ Hypoallergenic
- Lacks a little loft
The Cozy Earth Bamboo Comforter comes in two weights: a Standard fill for hot sleepers and summer nights, as well as an Extra fill for cool sleepers in colder climates. Bamboo is naturally thermoregulating and moisture-wicking, so it should keep you cool and dry, all night long, all year round. I started sleeping under the Bamboo Comforter in the spring, and I liked it, but it's really come into its own this summer. I'm used to sleeping under a down duvet, so I do miss the natural loft of duck and goose feathers, but it's a small price to pay for enhanced thermoregulation. I'd put the Bamboo Comforter up there with the best cooling comforters.
How we test bedding
Here at Homes & Gardens, we put a lot of thought into how we test bedding. Our expert testers sample bedding for months, ideally through several seasons, to monitor its performance over time, with a special focus on thermoregulation. In the case of Cozy Earth, I started sleeping on the Bamboo Comforter back in February; the Cuddle Blanket came through around the same time; and the Silk Pillow arrived in March. I keep my Cozy Earth bedding in regular rotation and pass it around my family members for quality control.
Since different bedding performs different functions, we score each item against different criteria. We assess comforters for (you guessed it) comfort; breathability; appearance; and sustainability. We assess pillows for comfort; breathability; and support for different sleep positions. With blankets, the testing process is more subjective: it's about the feel of the fibers between your fingers and the weight of the blanket on your body.
We like to compare our findings against verified customer reviews to show a range of perspectives on the same product. Finally, we bring it all back to the price of the bedding to help you determine value for money.
