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The 8 Best Silk Comforters
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Sure, there was a time when only members of royalty slept on silk bedding, but a) you are royalty and b) you might have a royal case of allergies that like to act up at night. Whether you desire them for luxury or health reasons, the best silk comforters provide an unbelievably comfortable, sneeze-free sleeping experience. And, contrary to what you might think, there's a silk comforter for every type of budget.
Adding an opulent silk comforter to your room will make your bed more comfortable and more stylish, for sure, but there are a slew of other reasons to love this fabric. Comforters filled with high-quality mulberry silk are usually lightweight and breathable enough to withstand most temperatures and seasons. If you happen to live in an unusually warm or cold place and still want a silk blanket, many brands offer different versions with adjusted weights to suit specific seasons. You won't be able to wash most silk comforters in a washing machine (even though they'll likely have a cotton or cotton sateen outershell), but covering it with a duvet will take care of that.
And, if you suffer from allergies, or the mere thought of bugs makes you want to crawl up a wall, you can rest easier when you use a silk comforter. This antibacterial fabric is resistant to allergies, dust mites, and even bed bugs.
So go ahead and get your royal sleep on with one of these five comfortable silk comforters.
1A Lightweight Mulberry Silk Comforter With A Smooth Cover
Also available on Walmart, $175
- Available sizes: twin, full, queen, king, California king, and crib
Lightweight and ideal for indoor temperatures between 77 and 91 degrees Fahrenheit, this mulberry silk comforter is described as breathable and warm, but never suffocating. The filling is 100% high-quality Mulberry silk, and the 100% cotton sateen casing provides a smooth, comfortable feel with a fabric that won't trap heat. Several reviewers recommend covering this comforter with a duvet to protect it — since it's not advisable to toss the silk comforter itself in a washing machine, using a duvet will take care of unnecessary dry cleaning costs.
Rave review: "I just love this blanket. I didn't believe it could be so warm while still being so lightweight I ended up taking the top cover off. All I needed was this wonderful blanket. The temperature went down to about 48*F last night. I had the windows wide open and was very comfortable.I highly recommend this blanket.”
2An All-Season Silk Comforter That Comes In Different Weights
Also available on Walmart, $429
- Available sizes: twin, queen, king, and California king
One comforter may not be enough to carry you from the warmth of summer to freezing cold December nights. This 100% long strand Mulberry silk comforter takes care of that problem by offering four versions of the quality comforter (spring, summer, fall, and winter), all of which feature different filled weights to keep you insulated, no matter the temperature. The eight corner and side clasps allow you to tie this comforter in place, so it won't slip and slide all over the place. It also comes in a range of sizes, including California king.
Rave review: "From the very first night it has become my favorite cover ever. In fact I plan to buy another comforter for our guest bed. It's the perfect weight and the perfect warmth. I HIGHLY recommend this comforter. The way it came all wrapped up like such a lovely gift in a handy canvas bag, made it just beautiful to open. Such professional packaging."
3A Budget-Friendly Heavy Silk Comforter
- Available sizes: twin, full, queen, and king
Fact: silk is expensive. But this mulberry silk comforter is a relatively affordable pick (one that costs less than $100) and it is designed with 100% long strand mulberry silk filling and a cotton cover. This heavy comforter is best for winter and cold nights and meets Oeko-Tex standards. It’s also a stand-out because it comes in three colors — cream, jade, and white — in a rich jacquard pattern.
Rave review: "This is a lightweight comforter made from silk with a beautiful jacquard design. I selected the eggshell color and was not disappointed. I did not know if, from the description, it would be a duvet cover or a comforter. Turned out it is a silk comforter with a silk filling. Tiny flowers are sewn through the comforter to hold the silk lining in place. [...]”
4An All-Season Silk Comforter That Won't Shift
- Available sizes: twin, full, queen, king, and California king
This highly rated silk comforter was made to get you through all four seasons. It's made with anti-allergenic silk floss filling with a cotton cover, and, since it doesn't have box stitching, the filling won't shift and leave you feeling cold. Reviewers raved about how well it works for those prone to allergies, and it's also antibacterial and super soft. You shouldn't try to wash this comforter — and it shouldn't really need it. Be sure to cover and protect it with a separate duvet, if washing is a concern.
Rave review: "THIS COMFORTER IS AMAZING. I’m a cool sleeper (both temperature-wise and awesome-wise), and my husband is a hot sleeper (temperature-wise and looks-wise). I sleep best when I curl up in heavy, cozy bedding (I’m going to ask my therapist about this, actually) and my husband sweats when he wears just a sheet in January. We have literally spent at least a thousand dollars on different comforters, quilts, and blankets, trying to find one that works for both of us. FOUND IT!”
5An Elegant Silk Comforter With Satin Piping
- Available sizes: full, queen, king
This 100% mulberry silk comforter is ideal for spring and summer and is filled with long-strand silk with a cotton cover. The pick is elegant, with contrasting gray satin piping. It also comes in a fall/winter comforter option with regal gold piping.
Rave review: "I was so excited to receive this lovely comforter. And I was not disappointed in its quality and comfort. It is the right weight and gives the right amount of warmth for me during summer nights. I will probably add a duvet cover for winter time use. [...]”
6An Opulent Floral Silk Comforter
- Available sizes: full, queen, and king
Not only is this opulent comforter made from a silk-esque microfiber, but it comes in seven vivid floral prints. This pick comes with three pieces: a duvet cover and two pillow shams. Plus, it has a hidden zipper closure and ties to keep it suspended to your mattress. This cover is machine washable and safe in the dryer.
7A Silk Comforter With Box Stitching
- Available sizes: twin, full, queen, king, California king
With a high 4.7-star rating, this silk comforter is filled with 100% long-strand silk floss and has a 100% cotton covering that features box stitch quilting, which keeps silk evenly distributed. The temperature-regulating comforter has eight corner tabs so it can also be used as a duvet. It is machine washable and comes with a 45-day money-back guarantee.
Rave review: "Have had for a month now and absolutely adore this. Heavy but not too heavy, just wraps around you. Not bulky at all.Perfect temp scale for us on cold winter nights.”
8This Double-Sided Silk Duvet
- Available sizes: queen, king
This 100% mulberry silk duvet cover features silk on both sides (no cotton cover on this one so it feels silky smooth) and the all-seasons pick is OEKO certified. It has a concealed zipper closure, four corner ties, and comes in nine colors like dark gray and peacock blue.
Rave review: "I’m so glad I made this investment... it’s so soft and smooth. 100% real silk and it’s even machine washable! It’s also not too delicate to be used normally. I’m going to buy a laundry protector bag for more frequent washes.”
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