It has been indestructible in long-term testing. Hammacher Schlemmer's innovative offerings are available through its catalog and online at www.hammacher.com. We also tested Pottery Barns Wool Filled Quilted Blanket, which is now discontinued. The Brooklinen also has a thicker, more pillowy middle layer of cotton batting, so it felt more like a comforter than a classic quilt. It kept its shape perfectly in testing, and it didnt pill or snag. On top of that, it took the longest to dry of any of our blanket picks that could go in the dryerabout four hours on low. Its also warmer, so its less comfortable for hot summer weather but could work for chilly temps. It had more loft than any other cotton blanket we tested, which made it feel light on the skin. We looked for high-quality blankets made (when possible) with natural fibers.
In our wash test, the Wicked Cozy held up better than the cotton fleece we tried from Garnet Hill, which pilled and matted after a single wash. We read some owner criticism noting that the Wicked Cozy sheds a lot in the dryer, but we didnt experience this problem.
The Coyuchi comes in only two sizes, and the sides are likely too short to tuck in, but I preferred the look of it simply draped on the bed, to show off every detail. Under a comforter it added significant warmth on a cold night. It shrank the most of any wool blanket we tested (about 6.9%), so it wasnt big enough to cover the sides of a king-size bed after washing. Knit blankets snag pretty easily, so even if you use one under a comforter, be aware of sharp jewelry, buttons, rough skin, and long nails. Its design uses contrasting thread that pops against the quilts fabricwhich is slightly brushedresulting in a lovely, perfectly imperfect pattern thats almost meditative to trace with your fingers. The Parachute Essential Quilt is linen on the front and softer cotton on the back, and it looks similar to the Brooklinen Linen Quilt. After a run through the washer and dryer, the fabric bunches and puckers in a beautiful way that adds another layer of character to its appearance, while maintaining its softness.
It has charming details inspired by a rich quilt tradition, from a company thats conscientious about ethical practices. Additionally, I talked to our staff about the blankets they loved, the qualities they looked for, and the ways they layered their beds. Brooklinens Lightweight Quilt is a close second to our pick from Coyuchi. The Riley has two layers: The back is made from cotton gauze (that is, a lightweight, loosely woven fabric), and the front is made from thicker, dense cotton that adds structure, so it sits straight and smooth on the bed. However, these blankets both felt stiffer and more crinkly than our pick from Garnet Hill. Coyuchi offers a 60-day return policy. In 2018, 2019, and 2020, I researched an additional 76 blankets in a variety of fabrics and styles. It smelled strongly of wet animal and took half a day to dry. Also, many wool blankets smell strongly of wet animal when they come out of the washing machine, and this one is no exception. Its generously sizedthe king blanket we tested was easy to tuck in. The Parachute Matelasse Coverlet is durable enough to use as a top layer in milder climates, but the fabric is rougher than that of the Riley Textured Cotton Coverlet. Like the Riley, it comes in four colorsthree neutrals and a blueand, as with the Riley, we would love to see it in a few punchier options. For more information about The Boater's Waterproof Luxury Blanket, please contact Trish Hammond at (847) 581-8987 or via e-mail at [emailprotected].
Garnet Hill offers unlimited returns and exchanges. The Dream Quilt comes in far more colors than any quilt we tested, and its available in four sizes instead of two. *At the time of publishing, the price was $180. Pure & Simple Wool Blanket stands out for its gorgeous feel, machine washability, and warmth.
The edges of the quiltcalled the bindingare well constructed and did not twist or distort in the wash, giving it a polished finish thats made to show off on your bed.
The Company Store LaCrosse RDS Certified Down Blanket and the Garnet Hill Essential Down Blanket are almost identical to each other, and both come in about a dozen colors.
A good return policy and solid customer support: Bedding is an individualized preferenceyou may get a new blanket only to discover that its style or texture is not for you. Why its great: Of the four chunkier-knit blankets we tried, our testers couldnt get enough of the Boll & Branch Waffle Blankets springy feel, sumptuous appearance, and overall warmth. Best for: year-round, in moderate climates.
In testing it shrank less than other wool blankets and actually looked better after a wash than it did out of the packagethe fibers plumped up nicely. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Weve read reviews from New Englanders who say its a great blanket for summer; unless you live in a chilly summer climate, however, we think this blanket is better for the fall, winter, and spring. Weve spent 500-plus hours testing 44 blankets for every season, and weve found seven that should make you thrilled to go to bed. Its also significantly less expensiveabout half the price of the other quilts we tried. This also makes the Riley much more durable than summer blankets weve tried made only of gauze andlighter than several coverlets weve tested. But that's a general flaw of many waffle-weave blankets. We independently review everything we recommend.
We think the Riley will last for years, and well long-term test it to see how it wears. Riley offers a 100-day return policy, and this coverlet is OEKO-TEXcertified to be free of harmful substances. We think this is the blanket to grab for extra comfort on a sick day. A quilt is an investment piecesomething to elevate your bedroom and appreciate for its detailsso quilts tend to be more expensive than other blankets, bedspreads, and coverlets. Wirecutter is the product recommendation service from The New York Times. Jackie Reeve is a senior staff writer covering bedding, organization, and home goods at Wirecutter since 2015. Ive tried blankets made with acrylic and polyester fleece, and they can be especially soft, warm, and lightweight, but if you tend to sleep hot, theyre not the best choice. It has since been reissued, but the L.L.Bean Maine-Made Twill Blanket we recommend has been such a cozy, hard-wearing blanket that we didnt see the need to revisit another cotton blanket. This quilt is the most versatile blanket we recommenditd be beautiful as a bed topper over a sheet or another blanket. For updates to this guide in 2018, 2019, and 2020, I measured, washed and dried, and re-measured 20 additional blankets and three new versions of previously tested blankets. But its so comforting that we dont mind tugging it up once in a while. My dog was unable to puncture, snag, or otherwise damage the Pure & Simple, and after two winters of use it looks just as fresh as it did in testing. We also preferred the edges to those of the other chunky blankets we tested. For freezing nights, it could also be layered under a comforter for extra warmth. Flaws but not dealbreakers: In our sleep tests this blanket made me overheat, but my husband thought it was very breathable.
We recommend blankets that work nicely on the bed as a top layer for summer or under a comforter for extra warmth in winter. NEW YORK, Aug. 30, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Continuing its 170-year history of offering the Best, the Only and the Unexpected, Hammacher Schlemmer introduces The Boater's Waterproof Luxury Blanket, a personalized blanket with a soft faux fur top and waterproof backing. Sara Hall, innkeeper for The Inn at Kitchen Kettle Village, phone interview, February 9, 2018, Anki Spets, owner/designer of Area, phone interview, February 13, 2018, Fran Kozen, director of Undergraduate Studies and CIFFI Associate Director at the Cornell Institute of Fashion and Fiber Innovation, phone interview, February 16, 2018. We retested it in 2020 as a coverlet, and although it looks lovely as a bed topper, it wasnt as nice as the Riley or the Parachute coverlets. Pure & Simple Wool Blanket, A classic, weightier cotton blanket: L.L.Bean Maine-Made Cotton Twill Blanket, A truly great textured cotton blanket: Boll & Branch Waffle Blanket, A lightweight, breathable coverlet: Riley Textured Cotton Coverlet, Cornell Institute of Fashion and Fiber Innovation, Coyuchi Pebbled Handstitched Organic Quilt, Faribault Woolen Mill Co. Its still plenty soft.
Flaws but not dealbreakers: We wish the sides were a little longer for tucking inif you have a tall mattress, you might want to size up if you can. "This blanket provides a practical and cozy solution for chilly mornings and cool evenings when out on the water," explained the company's General Manager Nick DiMarco. Blanket designs come and go, but our picks are the blankets that have been consistently available over the years, or the ones companies have assured us will remain steadily in stock. Like a cool quilt on one side with super-soft faux fur on the other. Its also Fair Trade Certified and GOTS-certified (Global Organic Textile Standard), and Boll & Branch offers a 30-day return policy.
This tightly woven twill blanket feels soft against the skin and adds a clean, classic look to any bed.
Our journalists combine independent research with (occasionally) over-the-top testing to save people time, energy and money when making buying decisions. *At the time of publishing, the price was $110. Or, skip the comforter completely and add another blanket underneath.
The Faribault is thin and feels light to sleep under, but its as warm as many heavier, more cumbersome blankets we tested. If you live with kids who love to scramble up on the bed or cats who love to knead things, you might want to avoid the most delicate blankets. But its available in only one size (it roughly fits a queen-size bed), and the colors are more limited than for other gauze blankets weve tested. The IKEA Vareld Bedspread is the least expensive blanket we tried in 2020. Cision Distribution 888-776-0942 Though many of our recommendations are pricier than some blankets you could buy, we consider each of these pickswhich you can use every night, likely for many yearsto be investments in comfy sleep. Ive washed it many, many times, and it doesnt have any major pilling or wear, but the plush looks more well loved. And Sara Hall, innkeeper for The Inn at Kitchen Kettle Village in Amish quilt country (where Ive stayed a few times during quilting trips), told me how the staff chooses blankets for the inn; they buy several to try out in rooms, note guest feedback, and host a big sleepover to test the beds themselves. The Macys Hotel Collection Premier MicroCotton Blanket performed about as well as the Wamsutta blanket, but after we began testing, we learned it was discontinued. The diagonal twill pattern on the front gives it subtle texture, and the back of the blanket has a flatter surface that showcases how soft and smooth the cotton is. The raised, loose yarns are more vulnerable to pet claws, rings with edges, and long toenails. Its also been warm enough, when used with a comforter, for most winter nights in the Pacific Northwest. And it was the only fleece blanket we tested that didnt shrink at all in our wash tests.
In the right light, this blanket looks slightly iridescent, adding a sheen to the bed.
It was warm to sleep under, but our testers universally disliked it and wouldnt try it beyond a simple touch test. So consider wearing socks or keeping those nails short.
Flaws but not dealbreakers: The thick embroidery thread on the surface is an invitation for toenails and pet claws to snag. They may be a good choice if you want something warm but less lofty than a comforter, or if you dont like the fuzzy backing of the Plush-Loft Blanket. The Vermont Country Stores Classic Vellux Blanket felt cheap and unpleasant against the skin. The Boater's Waterproof Luxury Blanket is available from Hammacher Schlemmer for $289.95. The top of the Garnet Hill is made of quilted sateen, the thin middle layer consists of polyester fill, and the back is a super-soft polyester plush that feels more plump and luxe (like a great stuffed toy) than L.L.Beans velvety Wicked Cozy Blanket. It was warm to sleep under, and it felt soft. Cuddledowns German Cotton Flannel Blanket almost went the distance in our testing rounds. The Faribault has all the classic details of an old-fashioned wool blanket but isnt itchy or stiff. (L.L.Bean makes a throw size of the Wicked Cozy, but its made from a slightly different fabric than the blanket.) The edges distorted after one wash, though. Its as warm as a comforter, but we thought it was awkward and heavy to actually use. The hand-embroidered Coyuchi quilt feels substantial but isnt heavy to sleep under. Its also a bargain compared with most handmade quilts, which can cost many hundreds of dollars more.
The Coyuchi quilt is the most functional year-round blanket on our list, especially if you dont live in an extreme climate. Its thicker cotton top is backed with a layer of gauze, a combination that makes it durable but still airy to sleep under. Its much warmer than the wool blends we tested from Coyuchi and The Company Store, and its one of the warmest all-wool blankets weve tried, with color choices and edge stitching that look more modern than those of some of its competitors. The Coyuchi is a whole cloth quilt, which means its made using single swaths of one fabric. Its definitely a warm blanket, and the four color options are pretty, but it also costs about 60% more than the Faribault Pure & Simple, which we think is a much better 100% wool choice. Why its great: If you want a truly classic cotton blanket, the kind thats thin enough to layer under a comforter but holds in tons of warmth, you cannot go wrong with the L.L.Bean Maine-Made Cotton Twill Blanket. Targets Threshold Solid Cotton Blanket was really nice for the price, but it felt heavier and rougher than others we tested, and it snagged a lot. It warmed our cold feet more quickly than almost any other blanket we tried. It looks like an old-fashioned army blanket, but its much smoother than the prickly sweaters and blankets that give wool a bad reputation. It has a zippered pocket built into the back that secures smartphones or other essentials, and can be personalized with a boat's name. One of our staffers has used her Wicked Cozy through a New England fall and winter, and its very warm and has held up well. Its the kind of rustic heirloom blanket every country cabin should have. Four of those original picks are still in this guide today: the L.L.Bean Maine-Made Cotton Twill, Boll & Branch Waffle Blanket, L.L.Bean Wicked Cozy Blanket, and Garnet Hill Plush-Loft Blanket. Your pets might have a field day with this quilt, but thats true of many bed toppers, and we will long-term test the Coyuchi to see how it holds up to everyday abuse. Its warm and soft, and its made with organic cotton.
Its more than durable enough to withstand kids and pets. This thin blanket feels almost as light as our summer-weight picks, but it packs enough warmth to compete with some of the heaviest blankets on this list. You can drape it over your sheets on cool summer nights and pair it with a comforter for extra warmth in winter. How it feels: Pleasantly coarse and scratchy, but not so rough that it irritates the skin. Ive been training for this guide for a long time. It took less time to dry than almost any other blanket we picked (about two hours on low). A neat, clean look on the bed: If a blanket clings to your sheets or feels impossible to straighten, your bed wont look crisp. It also shrank the least of the heavy cotton blankets we tried. Why its great: Of the six wool and wool-blend blankets weve tested, the Faribault Woolen Mill Co. It definitely felt like a strong comforter alternative until we washed itthe gauze fabric is so thin it tore like paper. Material: cotton, cotton/polyester (heather gray only). Pure & Simple Wool Blanket, summer blankets weve tried made only of gauze, Garnet Hill Isa Stonewashed Organic-Cotton Blanket, The Company Stores Gossamer Cotton Blanket, Coyuchis Cascade Organic Matelasse Blanket, Restoration Hardware Chunky Waffle Weave Cotton Blanket, Frontgates Resort Egyptian Cotton Thermal Blanket, The Vermont Country Stores Constant Comfort Blanket, Cuddledowns German Cotton Flannel Blanket, Coyuchi Sequoia Washable Organic Cotton & Wool Blanket, The Vermont Country Stores Classic Vellux Blanket, Garnet Hill Cotton Fleece Blanket and Throw, The Company Store LaCrosse RDS Certified Down Blanket, The Vermont Country Stores Superior Down Blanket, innkeeper for The Inn at Kitchen Kettle Village, director of Undergraduate Studies and CIFFI Associate Director at the Cornell Institute of Fashion and Fiber Innovation.
The Brooklinen Linen Quilt uses one of the softer linen fabrics weve tried in any bedding, but it also felt thin and a little flimsy. It felt much more luxurious and high-quality than the inexpensive fleece options we saw in big-box stores, and it was softer, more breathable, and less staticky than the other polyester fleece options we tested. Our testers loved the two textures of the Garnet Hill blanket. The Hay Crinkle Bedspread is lovely and breathable, and it was a former pick in this guide. They are all Wirecutters at heart. If the Rileys lines are too sharp for your taste, you may like the Isas subtler rippled texture. After washing, it felt even plumper, and the stitching looked new. She moderates Wirecutters staff book club and makes her bed every morning. How it feels: Soft and slightly brushed, with a rippled texture that stands out more after washing. We think its a great year-round option if you dont get extremely hot or extremely cold at night.
Also use care when moving blankets in and out of the washer and dryer, where they can snag on door latches and edges.
The open weave keeps it breathable while adding beautiful texture. This organic cotton blanket feels more luxurious and springy than other waffle-weave blankets we tried. Its a hard-wearing blanket that will last for years.
Both types of quilts have a layer of material sandwiched in the middle (called batting, it can be made of cotton, wool, or polyester) that adds warmth and texture. Alsoand this is a complaint we have for most blanketswe wish the Riley came in livelier colors. After slight shrinkage in the wash, the king version we tested barely covered the sides of a king-size bed, and it didnt leave much slack to tuck in at the foot. In a 68 F room, this blanket kept us comfortable, but not extra-toasty, when layered on top of sheets. Im also a quilter with years of experience and several published quilt patterns.
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The ribbed texture may resemble stiff corduroy, but this blanket feels more like seersuckerrelaxed and airy. L.L.Bean offers a one-year return policy. A good blanket is warm, but a great blanket is also breathable, soft, and stylish, and should last for years and years.
My husband and I slept under 18 blankets for a night each with a comforter; then I eliminated several more and laundered the rest an additional four times.
Why its great: We researched 17 fleece blankets and tested four, and the L.L.Bean Wicked Cozy Blanket was the best overall. Compared with the four other dense-cotton blankets weve tested, the Maine-Made had the best drape, felt the softest, snagged the least, and pilled less than any other after a wash. That said, were always on the lookout for lower-priced options, but we just havent found any that meet our standards yet (and the former budget blankets we loved have unfortunately been discontinued). Ive spent hundreds of hours researching, washing, sleeping under, and wear testing blankets, and in my experience these criteria are what the best blankets have in common: Comfort: A blanket should be soft and delightful to crawl under.
How it feels: Sturdy and cool for hot weather, with a slight crinkle. Its stitched like a quilt, but instead of having a layer of thin batting inside, its stuffed with fluffy fill (also called loft) like a comforter. This blanket would be a great option for someone who always runs cold; my feet warmed up faster under it than with almost all of the other blankets we tested. Its the coolest blanket on our listwe think it works on its own for summer temperatures, and it can be layered under a quilt or comforter during the rest of the year.
For all materials, intense heat could damage the fibers over time. L.L.Bean offers a one-year return policy. Flaws but not dealbreakers: This blanket will snag, but that just comes with the territory for this kind of open, airy weave. The Garnet Hill Cotton Fleece Blanket and Throw was the roughest fleece out of the packaging, feeling more like a polar-fleece vest than a soft blanket. For cotton and wool especially, following the care instructions will minimize shrinkage. It also produced a lot of lint in the dryer, even after several washes.
A family-friendly loft blanket: Garnet Hill Plush-Loft Blanket, A fluffy fleece blanket: L.L.Bean Wicked Cozy Blanket, An heirloom-quality quilt: Coyuchi Pebbled Handstitched Organic Quilt, A washable wool blanket: Faribault Woolen Mill Co. But after the fifth round of washing and drying, it had pilled too much.
A quality gauze blanket feels pleasant and a little springy, with a crinkly texture and lots of breathability, so its perfect for hot weather. Its also the most versatile blanket we recommend. Size up if you can. It was also impossible to wash in a machine at homeour review sample tore in the washing machineand it would be a true slog to get this to a laundromat. 2022 Wirecutter, Inc., A New York Times Company. This versatile quilt is embroidered by hand in a centuries-old tradition, which gives it extra style and personality. This super-plush quilted blanket feels warmer and softer (at least on one side) than any other blanket we tested (its what wed grab on a sick day). It is much softer than several top-of-the-bed blankets we tested in 2020, including the IKEA Vareld Bedspread and the Parachute Matelasse Coverlet.
The original was clingier than our other picks made from cotton and wool, so it also traveled the bed a little during the night. Blankets with a loose, open weave, like waffle weave or gauze, snag more easily than blankets with a tighter, more opaque weave. After washing it five times, we found more snags and the start of some fraying at the seams, plus it shrank significantly.
After a long day, crawling into a bed thats outfitted with fresh sheets and a comfortable blanket is one of lifes greatest pleasures. In testing weve always preferred the feel and warmth of all-wool blankets to wool blends, but apart from our pick from Faribault, every 100% wool blanket weve testedFaribaults Royal Carefree Washable Blanket, L.L.Beans Washable Wool Blanket, and Cuddledowns Edina (a former pick)has been discontinued. How it feels: Like a classic waffle weave but extra-fluffy. Well be looking at new ones to add in 2022, including Rileys Four Layer Coverlet and Coyuchis Full Circle Recycled Blanket. In our original testing, in 2018, I spent about four weeks testing 21 blankets, measuring and examining each one out of the package, washing and drying them, and measuring them again to calculate shrinkage. Designed by the great-great-granddaughter of Captain Joshua Slocumthe first man to sail solo around the worldthe nylon blanket has a polyurethane coating that helps keep seafarers dry and warm from starboard splashes or blustery wet weather. They include a lightweight cotton coverlet, a chunky cotton waffle knit, a heavyweight cotton twill, an heirloom-quality washable wool, a hand-embroidered organic cotton quilt, a velvety, warm fleece, and a family-favorite plush-cotton hybrid. We used to recommend The Vermont Country Stores Constant Comfort Blanket, untilit was discontinued. After a wash, it crinkles up just a bit and looks even fluffier. The blanket's neatly mitered corners give it a nice finish.
Easy maintenance: If youre prone to spilling things, if you have allergies, or if you have kids or pets, your bed blanket could spend a decent amount of time in the laundry. It looks finished and neat, like a quilt, but its also surprisingly breathable under a comforter (which is how we tested it).
Of the cotton blankets we tried, the Maine-Made was one of the thinnest and warmest. The care instructions say to tumble dry with no heat, but we didnt have a no-heat setting, so we went with the lowest heat, and the blanket survived.
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The Restoration Hardware Chunky Waffle Weave Cotton Blanket was the runner-up to the Boll & Branch Waffle Blanket, but it didnt feel as lofty, and the finish and details werent as luxe. Flaws but not dealbreakers: The top of the Riley coverlet isnt as soft as other cotton blankets on our list, but its gauze back is pleasant on the skin. Once weve made a pick, we constantly keep an eye on its availability. I also look for generous sizingthe blanket should be long enough to tuck in, so the edges dont peek out. It looks sharp but casual on top of the bed. The ribbed texture of this cotton blanket looks unfussy on the bed. Piped with Boll & Branchs Signature Soft sheet material, they feel smooth and have a crisp appearance (although they do ripple just a bit after you wash them). The diagonal ridges add a visually interesting texture to the blanket. We initially chose to test Coyuchis Cascade Organic Matelasse Blanket in 2019 because we thought it would be a good lightweight summer option, but it weighed too much to be comfortable on hot summer nights yet didnt keep us very warm on cool ones. Learn more. The stitching on the Coyuchi is the real star. It looks less like a quilt than the Coyuchi and Brooklinen options, though, because the thread used for the surface stitching matches the color of the fabric. It comes in only one size, though (roughly queen size), and it was the least-soft blanket we tested this year. Its hand-embroidered in India and inspired by Bangladeshi and Indian kantha quilts, which have thick embroidery all over the surface (Americans have been inspired by kanthas for hundreds of years).
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), HVAC (Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning), Machine Tools, Metalworking and Metallurgy, Aboriginal, First Nations & Native American. We prefer low-maintenance fibers: washable wools, sturdy fleece that holds up to lots of laundering, and cotton, which can be washed in hot water to eliminate germs. I tested (and, in some cases, retested) 23. Of the five loft blankets weve tried, the Plush-Loft is the clear winner. A fair price: The blankets in this guide are expensiveall cost $100 or more for a queen sizebut we rigorously test each one to ensure its durable enough to make it worth the price. The Garnet Hill Dream Quilt is the softest quilt I tested, and the clear favorite with our kids and pets. If you live with kids who love to scramble up on the bed or cats who love to knead things, avoid blankets with a loose weave.
Her quilt patterns and her other written work have appeared in various publications. Most of the blankets we tested had instructions to tumble-dry with low heat, but a couple needed to be air-dried or tumble-dried with no heat (which was a challenge). 
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