We Tested Luxury Sheet Sets for Three Years—These Are the Only Ones Worth the Splurge

Many die-hard fans of cotton bedding can’t imagine sleeping on anything else. The cool, crisp feeling of Hommey’s striped cotton bedding is what won over McKenzie. “These are my perfect all-purpose sheets,” McKenzie says. “It’s not for your hottest days or your coldest nights, but for all of the days that fall in between. It’s a sturdy, well-woven 100 percent organic cotton, designed for year-round use and reliable comfort. It has a crisp feel that maintains its shape, and it rarely wrinkles, even after I’ve spent all night tossing and turning. I’m also a hot sleeper, and any thread count above 400 TC starts to get a bit stuffy for my taste. These fall at a perfect 300 TC, thick enough to insulate from cool air.”

Colorways: 28 | Sizes: Twin/Twin XL, Full/Queen, King/Cal King | Materials: 100 percent organic cotton

Despite being a hot sleeper, McKenzie still needed a solid set of winter sheets for the coldest nights. The whipstitching on Boll & Branch’s flannel set made for a festive refresh in the holiday season. “I've also tested Boll & Branch's cashmere sheets, and those were more lightweight than the flannel, but they have the same brushed, soft weave,” McKenzie says. “It's as durable as my Saatva flannel sheets, but not as stiff. They look super chic, like hotel sheets. It takes a lot for me to willingly own light-colored sheets, but these are just gorgeous. My favorite detail is the holly-red whipstitching; I just wish it went all the way around the border of the set. I was sad to take these off my bed to test the others.”

Colorways: 15 | Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King w/ King Cases, King w/ Std. Cases, California King, Split King | Materials: 100 percent organic cotton

Piglet in Bed allows customers to choose between 100 percent linen and linen-blend sheets, in order to maximize personal comfort. Tester Maggie Haddad opted for the linen blend and was pleasantly surprised. “After sleeping on this bedding for more than two months, I can confidently say I don’t see myself going back to traditional cotton sheets anytime soon,” Haddad says. “I initially worried that linen might feel too coarse or scratchy for my liking, but the linen blend turned out to be the ideal balance of softness and subtle texture.”

Colorways: 13 | Sizes: Twin, Full, Queen, King | Materials: 100 percent linen or 55 percent European linen and 45 percent long staple cotton

Don’t be intimidated by cashmere’s delicate nature. Though the cleaning instructions are specific, these sheets are worth extra TLC. “Just saying ‘cashmere sheets’ has an air of luxury, and Boll and Branch's set lives up to the hype. From night one, these sheets draped over me like silk, but were more buttery soft and fuzzy than cold and smooth. As someone who sweats easily, the lightweight feel was welcome. I'd still reach for these sheets in the summer, or whenever I had a guest I wanted to impress.”

Colorways: 4 | Sizes: Queen, King with King Cases, Cal King | Materials: 92 percent extra-long-staple organic Turkish cotton, 8 percent cashmere

When contributing writer Kelsey Mulvey put these Luxome sheets to the test, every little detail wowed her, even as a sheets snob. "Unless I'm able to set the thermostat to an arctic temperature, I run hot when I sleep, so I'm always looking for bed sheets with cooling properties," Mulvey says. Not only is the viscose from bamboo used here moisture-wicking and temperature-regulating, so I'm not waking up in a pool of sweat, but they're also ridiculously silky smooth."

Colorways: 12 | Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Cal King, Split King | Materials: 100 percent Bamboo viscose

Senior Commerce Editor Marina Liao notes that Parachute's linen sheets feel soft right out of the packaging and regulate one's body temperature better than other linen sheets. She uses these year-round. "I love that the sheets don't shed much, and I trust the brand to deliver consistent quality because of its transparency in providing details like GSM," Liao says. "The name evokes many positive associations in my mind, and this would be a nice luxury set I'd gift to someone moving into their first apartment."

Colorways: 8 | Sizes: Full, Queen, King, Cal King | Materials: 100 percent European flax

Cherner would pay twice as much for these Lands' End sheets. "Here's why: I prioritize softness over all else, and these are definitely some of the softest sheets I've ever slept on," Cherner says. "They don't really have a hint of crispness, so if that's your thing, you may not love these. Plus, when I think about the other supremely soft sheets I have—most of which are more than double the price of these Lands' End ones—I feel like I'm getting a bargain."

Colorways: 8 | Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Cal King, Split King | Materials: 100 percent Premium Supima cotton

I originally tested these sheets because they were designed for my new Purple mattress, not expecting much. After months of sleeping on them, they'll be my new favorite all-purpose sheets. They're soft and stay put, so making the bed in the morning is a breeze. And I could use them no matter the season—they strike that perfect balance of warming and cooling. It's flowy and always looks neat. Even though it's meant to optimize the comfort of a Purple mattress, I'm confident it would make any mattress brand feel softer.

Colorways: 6 | Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Cal King, Split King | Materials: 63 percent rayon from bamboo viscose, 27 percent polyester, 10 percent spandex

As someone with sensitive skin, finding sheets that are gentle on my skin is essential. I don't want something scratchy and itchy that'll cause my eczema to flare up, so please trust me when I say they're the softest sheets I've ever tested. It's made of 700 threads of long-staple Giza cotton, for durability and warmth. Giza cotton is a sought-after, typically expensive fabric, so it's quite the steal to get a set for under $200. I normally only sleep on silk pillowcases, but I make an exception for how smooth this fabric is.

Colorways: 8 | Sizes: Twin, Full, Queen, King, Cal King | Materials: 100 percent Giza sateen cotton

Is there anything cooler than sheets so comfy, they're approved by NASA? Tester Rachel Elliot put the Slumber Cloud Performance Cotton sheets to the test. The sheets are made from a unique blend of cotton and viscose that received the Certified Space Technology quality mark. Translation? The same technology used to design specialized NASA spacesuits is used for these DTC bedsheets. It's engineered to strike that perfect balance between a cozy feel and temperature regulation. They'll cool you off when you're hot and warm you up when you're cold. "I tried these in peak New York City winter and actually did feel warmed up after about 30 minutes in bed," Elliot says. "Now that it's warm outside, I do have to admit that these are very crisp and cooling!"

Colorways: Four | Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Cal King | Materials: 30 percent Outlast viscose, 70 percent cotton

Tester Laura Tarafa first tried Frette sheets on an Italy vacation in 2021, and she had some of the best sleep of her life. There's a reason five-star properties like the Le Sirenuse, Four Seasons Hotel Milano, and The St. Regis hotels use Frette linens. "Though the sheets were cotton, it felt like I was sleeping on a silk cloud, and I didn't slide around on the bed," Tarafa says. "I was genuinely excited to end the day of sightseeing in Italy in order to get back into bed and feel the comfort of the sheets again! In fact, I loved them so much that while I was still on my trip, I ordered a few items from Frette's Lux Percalle collection and their H by Frette range to my home in Texas."

Colorways: Two | Sizes: Queen, King, Cal King | Materials: 100 percent long-staple cotton

After years of using Brooklinen's durable best-selling sheets, Mulvey still swears by them, not just for herself, but for guests. There's a delicate balance between crisp and uncomfortable when it comes to percale bedding, and Brooklinen stays firmly on the right side. "Over the years, my percale sheets have remained crisp and cool to the touch, but never feel stiff or scratchy," Mulvey says. "In fact, I like this set so much that I bought a Twin version for the trundle bed in our guest room—you know, to make my friends and family feel like they’re in a hotel."

Tester Katelyn Lunders chose this set as her first sateen sheets, and loved the breathable feeling of the organic bamboo fabric. The hypoallergenic sheets are made with non-toxic solvents, so it's a great choice for sensitive skin. "Ettitude's fabric is incredibly soft, like the softest sheets I think I've ever slept on personally," Lunders says. "I love how lightweight and cooling they are, and they don't wrinkle as easily as my cotton sets. The only con I have is that because the fabric is on the thinner side, it slightly shows the outline of my beloved Coop pillows, as you can see in the photo, but regardless, they are my current go-to."

Colorways: 10 | Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, and Cal King | Materials: 100 percent Bamboo Lyocell

The craze around Thuma's bedding convinced skeptic tester Kate McGregor to give linen sheets another try, and she found a set that she loves. The bedding was still cozy to bundle in, even during a heatwave. "These sheets were breathable, but I found that I was comfortable and kept warm enough with just a top sheet as the layer," McGregor says. "I didn’t notice any staining or wet spots due to my nightly Aquaphor layer."

Colorways: Three | Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, and Cal King | Materials: 100 percent European Flax Linen

Brooklinen topped our list of the best bedding stores, so it stands to reason that their signature silky sheets would be the best in affordable luxury. The sateen finish has a certain luster to it, and the tightly woven sheets are built to last. "They're silky to the touch without feeling too slippery, and I prefer them over linen sheets in summer since they're just as cooling without looking wrinkled all the time," Tester Samantha Jones says. "I've had them for a little over a year now and haven't noticed any pilling, loose threads, or snagging."

Colorways: 23 | Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, and California King | Materials: Organic cotton sateen

Cherner has been sleeping on this Boll and Branch set for over two years. Despite their luxury feel, they require very little to maintain their quality because the last thing you need is extra fuss in your bedtime routine. "I could sit on ten different brands's sheet sets and still tell you which ones are Boll & Branch," Cherner says. "They're extremely soft and feel so luxurious. I will say: They're on the thicker side, so I don't really use them in the summer, even with air conditioning, because I definitely sleep hot. This is easily one of my favorite brands."

Colorways: 20 | Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Cal King, Split King | Materials: Organic long-staple cotton

You'll not only find The Citizenry's stonewashed linen bedding in House Beautiful editor bedrooms, but you'll also find it in Blake Lively's. We can't blame her either—the luxe yet lived-in look of these sheets is such an elegant, airy choice. "These sheets are made in a family-run textile mill in Portugal, and you can feel the quality," Deputy Commerce Editor Heath Owens says. "They're my favorite linen sheets that I've tried! They feature a really lightweight weave, which keeps them breezy and airy instead of scratchy. "

Colorways: 15 | Sizes: Full, Queen, King, Cal King | Materials: Stonewashed linen

Both Cherner and our Senior Commerce Manager, Mackenzie Dunn consider themselves Cozy Earth devotees. After Cherner's test, she found that she loved how gentle the fabric was on her hair and skin. “Temperature-regulating and buttery soft, these sheets work for both my husband (a hot sleeper) and me (a cold one)," Dunn says. "I’ve tested a lot of sheets and what sets these apart—in addition to the cloud-like feel—is their oversized fit. The flat sheet drapes beautifully over our queen-sized bed with plenty of room for two people to be cozy, without ever fighting for coverage.”

Colorways: 17 | Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Cal King, Split King | Materials: Bamboo viscose