Considering we spend about a third of our lives in bed, it’s important to get the details right. And we all know that very distinct pleasure of getting into a freshly-made bed. It’s a simple self-care ritual.
But there’s far more to bedding than just looking aesthetically pleasing. The fabrics and fillings we choose to lay on top of and within can make a big difference to our sleep health and comfort throughout the night too.
And that’s where silk comes in. This natural material is not only lightweight, but it’s breathable, helping to keep cool when the mercury rises. Plus, silk provides the ultimate softness when it comes to bedding, and mulberry silk in particular offers the utmost luxury.
That’s why premium home textiles brand LUOLAI has built its entire bedding collection around combining mulberry silk with practicality.
When you’re considering making the swap, these are the five key pieces to buy:
1. A lighter approach to summer nights
If waking up overheated is a familiar problem, and you’re often throwing off the duvet as soon as the temperature rises, a lighter duvet can be an easy place to start solving the problem. LUOLAI’s Cooling Mulberry Silk Duvet has been designed for warmer conditions – it helpfully wicks away moisture and prevents overheating – without the weight of a traditional winter duvet, and is just 3.5 tog.
The inside of the duvet has 100 per cent mulberry silk, while the soft knitted Lyocell shell cover gives it a breathable and luxurious softness. But just because it’s silk, it doesn’t mean it has specialist washing instructions – instead, it’s machine washable, making it a low-maintenance way to introduce silk into the bedroom.
2. Start small with a silk pillowcase
You don’t have to replace your entire bedding set to experience silk. The easiest way to start making the move is with a pillowcase. Not only is it the smallest piece of the bedding set, but it’s also one of the most important. As it lies against your skin and hair, this is where you can see some of silk’s best benefits, such as reducing friction and pulling on your hair.
LUOLAI’s mulberry silk Tencel™ pillowcase combines 20 momme (mm) mulberry silk with tencel lyocell, which is made from sustainably harvested wood pulp. The 20mm means its midweight, high-quality and durable, making it perfect for bedding.
The result is a smooth, soft sleeping surface with the breathable feel associated with both fabrics. It’s also available in a selection of understated pastel colours, it can also be mixed into an existing bedding scheme rather than requiring a complete bedroom overhaul.
3. For nights when the temperature climbs
For particularly warm nights, LUOLAI’s Knitted Mulberry Silk Cooling Duvet takes the lightweight approach a step further. It combines a 100 per cent mulberry silk filling with a knitted silk-blend cover, creating a flexible, soft texture designed to feel light against the body.
Lightweight at 3.5 tog, it is aimed at summer sleeping and those who tend to prefer a cooler, less restrictive duvet. And, importantly for anyone who wants luxury without preciousness, it is designed with everyday care in mind.
4. The finishing touch to a better bed
Just because silk is soft, doesn’t mean it can’t also offer support in the form of a memory foam pillow. A comfortable duvet and silky pillowcase are only part of the equation: the pillow itself plays an important role in creating a supportive sleep setup.
The ergonomic memory foam pillow uses adaptive memory foam that responds to the shape of your head and neck, bringing both cushioning and support. Its removable, washable cover also makes it easy to keep fresh, while its ergonomic design complements the softer feel of LUOLAI’s silk bedding.
5. Take the silk feeling with you
There’s no reason to leave the comfort of silk at home. When you’re travelling, the little luxuries make all the difference. LUOLAI’s 16 Momme Silk Sleep Set packages three sleep essentials – a silk pillowcase, eye mask and travel pouch – into one compact set.
The lightweight 16mm silk is super soft and the silk pouch makes the set easy to take away on weekends, holidays or overnight stays. It’s a simple introduction to silk for anyone keen to make the switch, without wanting to invest in a complete bedding collection. Plus, it makes a gorgeous gift.
The benefits of silk bedding
Silk bedding has so many appeals, not only as it is a natural material in an increasingly synthetic world, but it’s also breathable, cooling and lightweight, really speaking to anyone who tends to overheat. It’s also airy but is able to wick away moisture. Plus, it’s softer and more gentle on skin and hair. It’s best suited to sleepers who don’t get on with heavy bedding and prefer something lighter.
Why choose LUOLAI’s silk bedding?
LUOLAI’s collection focuses on 100 per cent mulberry silk fillings across its silk duvets, with different covers and constructions designed for different preferences and temperatures. The range includes lightweight 3.5 tog cooling duvets, silk pillowcases, travel essentials and washable options too, making it much easier to care for.
