Few things beat the comfort of sinking into freshly made sheets after a long, stressful day. But if your duvet covers are looking a little worse for wear, it might be time for a stylish upgrade. The right duvet cover set can totally transform your sleep, bringing a luxury hotel feel to your bedroom. With options ranging from crisp cotton percale to ultra-soft cotton sateen, there’s a perfect match for every type of sleeper.

Of course, not all duvet covers are created equal. The key to finding high-quality bedding is all in the thread count, fabric, and finish. If you’re after something light and breathable, a cotton percale or linen duvet cover is ideal, offering a crisp, cool feel — perfect for hot sleepers. Prefer something silky smooth? A sateen duvet cover has a subtle sheen and a softer touch, while Egyptian cotton (especially long-staple Egyptian cotton) is the gold standard in durability and comfort. For a planet-kind choice, organic cotton and European flax linen bedding are eco-friendly options that feel as good as they look. And if you hate the hassle of ironing (who doesn’t?), look out for wrinkle-resistant designs or relaxed waffle textures that are reliably low-maintenance – and only get better with age. A win-win!

A great bedding set isn’t just about the duvet cover — pillowcases, bed sheets, and the right fitted sheet or flat sheet play a huge role when it comes to comfort. A pillowcase set to match your duvet cover keeps things coordinated, while features like corner ties help keep your new duvet perfectly in place (no more annoying shifting in the middle of the night). And for that luxe finishing touch, a mattress topper can make all the difference in achieving that best bed feel.

Ready to upgrade? The right duvet cover set doesn’t just score aesthetic points — it makes your bed feel better, so you actually want to get an early night (for once).

How we test duvet covers and bedding sets

To help you discover the best duvet covers and bedding sets of 2025, we’ve tested a wide range of options in our own homes to see which ones truly meet our standards.

When testing the bed linen in this edit, we were scoring on design, comfort, breathability, quality and if the bedding washes well. Our editors have tested every single duvet cover in this edit, sleeping on each one for a minimum of 30 days (often much longer).

Our aim? To find you pieces which will last for more than a year (at the least) and, should anything about a product signal that that’s not the case, you’ll be the first to know – happy shopping!

Who we are and why you can trust us

We’re a discerning bunch at here GLAMOUR – an experienced team of lifestyle journalists adept at testing products in a real-life setting. We’ll always put your concerns first, from the basics like quality and affordability, down to the nitty gritty of consumer rights including 30-night sleep trials return policies, and 10 year guarantees. In other words, when we feature a product – any product – we consider the full buying experience, including details like packaging and delivery, and not just the look and feel of the thing.

Looking for other items to give your bedroom a refresh? Look here for the best bed frames, over here for linen bedding, and right this way for the best mattresses.

For more from GLAMOUR UK’s Commerce Writer Mayola Fernandes, follow her on Instagram @mayolafernandess.

Ahead, our duvet cover and bedding set top picks for 2025.