Ideas for Duvet Covers

By Home & Garden Last updated Friday, July/05/2024

Fabrics

Duvet covers come in a variety of fabrics including silk, polyester blends, velvet, flannel and cotton. Synthetic fibers are best if you have allergies and are using a synthetic down comforter. According to HomeandGardenIdeas.com, Bed, Bath & Beyond recommends duvets made of all-natural fibers because of their breathability and ability to absorb body fluid such as sweat. These features will extend the life of your duvet cover and will improve the quality of your sleep.

The ability to change your duvet cover whenever you want is one of the advantages of using a duvet. You'll find this is especially helpful with the changing of seasons. At the beginning of each season, it is a good idea that you change your duvet cover to one with an appropriate fabric, style and color for the new season. For instance, in the winter, you can choose a thick flannel duvet cover. In the spring, you can use a lightweight duvet cover in a pastel color or with flowery designs. In the summer, you may be able to forgo your duvet comforter altogether and use only a soft duvet cover suitable for the hot weather.

If you're looking to save money or are inclined to get creative with decorating, you can make your own duvet cover. If you find some antique sheets in a pattern you particularly like, you can showcase the pattern more easily by turning the sheets into a duvet cover. This is done by simply sewing two sheets together and fixing buttons to one end for opening and closing the duvet cover.

Duvet covers can be paired with various accessories to create a stylish, uniform look to your bedroom. Some duvet covers come with pillow cases in matching or complementary colors and designs. You don't need to match your duvet exactly to bedding accessories, but mix and match colors and patterns that go well together. Search for throw pillows, pillow cases, bed skirts, shams, sheets and even draperies that complement your duvet cover. If you want to use the same accessories throughout the year, even as you change your duvet cover, it may be best to choose bedding accessories in neutral colors.