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February 13, 2025

Today: a two-minute quiz for finding the perfect sheets. Plus: a room spray that makes your bedroom feel like a spa and some handpicked gifts for people who love to snooze.

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A simple way to bring a bit of sumptuousness to bedtime? Silk pillowcases. They tout benefits for skin and hair, but even if they don’t perform any major beauty miracles overnight, they can still add a touch of luxury and pampering to any bed.

We love these chic, mulberry silk ones. They have a substantial, buttery, and smooth texture that feels great on the skin and holds up in the wash. They come in a range of colors—from classic white to earthy neutrals and bubblegum pastels. But also? They’re unusually affordable. Whereas some silk pillowcases can go for $100 a pop, this one will set you back just $45.

Writes editor Katie Okamoto: “When it arrived, it looked and felt every bit as smooth and soft against my cheek as the luxury-priced ones—a quick, affordable upgrade that made me feel pampered when and where I most needed it.”

“It’s heaven to nestle into the pillowcase’s cool, smooth embrace”→

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Sleep hot? Outfitting a small dorm room? Making over your bed with a funky print? Tell us your preferences, and we’ll match you with the best rigorously tested and expert-approved sheets for your needs. Enjoy.

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This comforter feels like being engulfed by the cool side of the pillow If you’re a hot sleeper, that’s a good thing→

A bug-like silk eye mask we love For those that like to sleep in sweet, sweet darkness→

“For $22, this room spray makes my bedroom feel like a spa” This layered mist has notes of lavender, citrus, and eucalyptus, and you can spray it in the air or on fabric for a relaxing ambience→

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We all like to sleep. But for those totally besotted with slumber, we’ve gathered our favorite zzz-inducing upgrades—including a plush pair of socks, a yummy lip balm, and a luxurious weighted blanket.

The gift of a good snooze→

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