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Tencel flat sheets: the natural, breathable
fabric is both long-lasting and comfortable

“Another trick when you are changing your sheets – if you have time – is to place them in the freezer for 15
minutes, as they will feel cool when you slip into bed,” adds Ackroyd.


“Cotton may have a natural beauty and the luxe factor that five-star hotels love but it’s also one of the most
breathable fabrics, cleverly wicking moisture away from the skin,” says linen brand Tielle Love Luxury.


Tielle’s cotton percale sheets, made from a lightweight, durable and soft cotton, are cool and crisp on the
skin, allowing for a good night’s sleep.


Zoe Stewart, decorative bedding buyer at John Lewis, also praises linen for its temperature regulation.


Silk pillowcase: silk is another natural fabric
which will help regulate temperature, keeping
you cool in summer

“Linen, made from flax fibres, is considered to be a breathable natural fabric that keeps you warm in the
winter and cooler in the summer.”


The plant-based material is also particularly effective for those with dust allergies or sensitive skin as it’s
naturally anti-allergenic.


Buy breathable bedding


Go for natural, breathable fabrics when choosing duvets, pillows and mattresses too. The Eve Premium
mattress contains graphite, a material that is great at keeping things cool, while the company’s memory

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