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The secret weapon against sleepless summer nights
If you've spent the past week kicking off the covers, opening every window and desperately searching for the cool side of the pillow, you're not alone. While a well-placed fan and some clever window management can help take the edge off soaring temperatures, there's one sleep hack we're particularly excited about: cooling bedding.
Enter M&S' Stay Cool range. Designed to help create a fresher, more comfortable sleeping environment, it could be the secret to staying cool during the heatwave.
The collection includes pillowcases, fitted sheets, flat sheets, duvet covers, duvets and pillows all made from breathable fabrics that help wick away moisture. But if the current heatwave has you questioning why duvets were ever invented, we'd recommend turning your attention to the flat sheets. Lightweight and airy, they're ideal for those nights when even a 4.5-tog feels ambitious.
Unlike many summer bedding collections, M&S has resisted the temptation to lean into fussy prints and busy patterns. Instead, the Stay Cool range focuses on neutral shades and plain, simple bedding that will work effortlessly in any bedroom. For the pattern lovers among you, a decorative throw and a few statement cushions can easily be added for contrast.
The cooling credentials don't stop at bedding either. M&S has also applied its Cool Comfort technology to pyjamas, designed to help make warm, sticky nights that little bit more comfortable. Available in both short and long styles, they're a practical addition to your summer sleep set-up.
Available in 11 versatile shades, from crisp white to warm neutrals, this bedding set proves cooling bedding doesn't have to compromise on style. Luxuriously soft against the skin and finished with button fastenings, it's an easy way to refresh your bed for summer.
For an instant cooling upgrade, swap your regular pillowcases for a Stay Cool set. They're already proving popular with shoppers. One reviewer said, 'I can honestly say these pillowcases stand up to their review and keep my head cooler than normal pillowcases.'
A cool head can make all the difference to a good night's sleep – and not just during a heatwave, making this set a smart year-round investment. The real decision is medium or firm?
If you're struggling to stay cool at night, the best heatwave hack might be ditching your duvet altogether. This 3-tog version is lightweight and designed to help you stay comfortable through hot nights, with one reviewer who suffers from hot flushes all year round praising how 'really effective' it was during the recent heatwave.
The beauty of these pyjama bottoms lies in their versatility. Lightweight enough for summer yet comfortable year-round, they're made from breathable cotton chambray and designed to help you stay comfortable overnight. There's a matching top too.
Not ready to part with your duvet? Choose a lighter tog. This 3-tog duvet offers a happy medium. Designed to feel light and breathable while providing that comforting cocoon effect, it's ideal for warm nights when you want coverage without the weight.
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