Hibernate in style and comfort with winter bedding ideas

The colder nights are creeping in, which means it’s time to upgrade your winter bedding.

Our favourite part about the colder winter months is that we have an excuse to stay tucked in bed under a thick duvet for longer! From snuggly movie nights to lazy Sunday mornings curled up with a hot drink and a good book, having the right winter bedding set up is essential.

But knowing how to style your bed, including investing in the right duvet tog, can be tricky. In this winter styling guide, we’ll share everything you need to keep warm throughout the cosy season with our winter bedding ideas. We’ll cover everything from tog ratings to the best heat-retaining fabrics, as well as clever layering techniques for those cold winter nights.

What tog duvet do you need for winter?

We’d recommend anything between 10.5 and 15 tog for your winter duvet. This is the optimum tog level to keep you warm and cosy all night long in the chilly winter months. Starting with a thick duvet is the best place to start when switching up your bedding for the winter.

Our snuggly Dream Team Ultimate Washable 13.5 Tog Duvet is a wonderfully thick 13.5 tog, making it perfect for those frosty winter nights. Better yet, it’s stuffed with our clever Smartfil® fibres, designed to feel warm and cosy without weighing you down, with enhanced airflow for lasting freshness.

The warmest bedding fabrics for cold nights

The secret to good winter bedding is heat insulation. The right fabrics will keep warmth in, so you can stay snug as a bug all night long. Here are our top three picks…

Goose & duck down

Duvets with goose and duck feathers are a popular choice for winter duvets. Not only are these luxurious fillings sumptuously soft, but they keep you warm and toasty too. Down acts as a natural insulator, keeping your body heat trapped inside when temperatures drop, whilst still remaining light and breathable.

Worried about feathers poking through? Fear not. Our beautiful Flaxby Duck Feather & Down Washable 10.5 Tog Duvet comes with a 100% cotton cover that’s completely feather-proof, ensuring your sleep is irritation-free. Plus, since cotton is also naturally temperature regulating, you’ll snooze at the perfect temperature all night long. We really do think of everything.

Wool

Did you know that wool is also naturally thermoregulating, meaning it keeps you cool in summer and warm in winter? All of Dreams’ wool pillows are filled with ethically sourced sheep’s wool, making them the ideal choice for your winter bedding.

Microfibre

For a synthetic down-like softness, consider a microfibre polyester filling for your duvet. This clever creation features a tightly knit weave which traps in heat, just like the natural insulators, making it a perfect cosy companion.

Looking to upgrade your bedding? Check out our winter bedding collection.

How to layer your bed for winter

Layering your bed is excellent for keeping you warm at night, as heat gets trapped between each individual layer. Starting at the base, the best formula is a fitted sheet (we recommend a cosy brushed cotton), followed by a sneaky flat sheet as an extra layer before your duvet, then your thick tog duvet in a warm cover.

Next come your throws and blankets. We recommend mixing up the materials for added texture, warmth, and visual interest. Chunky knit blankets are great in the winter, as are heavy-duty quilts, which look great when folded in half and draped at the end of your bed. For a decadent touch, consider a fluffy faux fur throw, and you’ve got yourself a true winter retreat to climb into every night.

Want more layering tips and tricks? Check out our expert guide on how to dress a bed.

How to style a cosy bed

Just because it’s cold and dark outside doesn’t mean you shouldn’t put effort into how your bedroom looks in winter. On the contrary, spending more time indoors gives you all the more reason to create a true cosy, winter retreat. And if you ask us, a big night in is always in style. Here are our favourite winter bedroom looks…

Warm neutrals and caramel tones

Get the look: Orion Upholstered Ottoman Bed Frame.

If you like to keep things neutral but cosy, look to the warmer end of the neutral palette. Whilst cool-toned neutrals can leave a room feeling cold and bare, warm neutrals do the opposite. Shades like cream, sandy yellow, beige, and caramel are perfect for creating a calm, cocooning space.

Deep jewel tones

Get the look: Jay Velvet-Finish Ottoman Bed Frame.

Winter is a perfect time to experiment with a darker colour palette. Rich jewel tones, like emerald green, ruby red, and sapphire blue, are ideal for laying the foundations of your elegant winter escape. They blend really well together and complement luxurious textures, like velvet, to keep you extra warm, too.

Classic white with textured layers

Get the look: Amarilla Bouclé Ottoman Bed Frame.

For a truly timeless appeal in your bedroom design, stick to a classic white colour scheme. When paired with the right layers and textures (hello fuzzy bouclé!), white can be the dreamiest backdrop for a cosy sleep space.

And if you fancy giving your bedroom a festive makeover, you can explore our fabulously festive all-white Christmas bedroom ideas here.

The finishing touches

It’s the thoughtful touches that go a long way in winter. For example, a luxurious mattress topper is ideal for adding an extra layer of comfort to sink into at the end of a long day. For a final layer of luxury, add our Dreams Velvet Warming Throw. This cuddly fleece throw is super soft and comes with nine adjustable heat settings to keep you toasty all winter long. It’s totally portable, so you can even bring it with you around the house!

Ready to hibernate? With our winter bedding ideas, you have everything you need to know about duvet togs, insulating materials, and how to layer a bed like a professional, as we prepare for those cold winter nights.