With summer on the horizon, it's the perfect time for a bedding refresh. As much as we love lighter colors for summer, we also gravitate toward lighter materials as well. Whether you want help looking for new sheets or blankets or you want to know our top summer bedding picks, we've simplified the buying process for you.

Best Summer Bedding

Bes Bedspreads & Duvet Covers for Summer
Best Sheets & Pillowcases for Summer
Wayfair's Top Picks for Summer Bedding

Best Bedspreads & Duvet Covers for Summer

We suggest removing your heaviest winter layer and replacing it with two light layers for summer. First, start by removing your heavy winter comforter. Then replace it with two separate blankets: a light quilt and a throw blanket. Pull either the quilt or blanket up to the top of the bed, and fold the other one at the foot of the bed in case you get chilly during the night.

Bedspreads: A bedspread makes for a welcome addition to your summer bedding as the temperature is just right for warm nights. A bedspread feels similar to a comforter, however it won't be nearly as heavy. You'll be able to sleep comfortably under a bit of weight without feeling too hot. Choose a lightweight material that's similar to our suggested quilt fabrics like linen or cotton percale. Opt for a machine-washable fabric for easy washing and if you're able, hang the blanket outside to air-dry to maximise the scent of summer.

Duvet Covers: To choose the best duvet cover, it's best to opt for a lightweight material that is similar to your sheets and pillowcases. Pick out a duvet cover that is made from linen or cotton percale with a thread count between 200 and 400. A duvet cover with a thread count over 400 will not be as breathable; a duvet cover with a thread count under 200 will not be as soft.

Tip: Keep a heavier throw blanket in a nearby chest or bedroom bench. This will ensure family members and guests can layer up if the temperature drops in the middle of the night.

Best Sheets & Pillowcases for Summer

We believe that either cotton or cotton percale sheets are the way to go with regards to summer bedding, as both options will keep your family cool and comfy. While percale is particularly excellent for warm months, linen is just as good for summer as it is for year-round use. It's important to choose sheets and pillowcases that are both cool and comfortable, since you'll be sleeping on these during the hottest months of the year.

Cotton: Cotton sheets are great for summer as they're highly breathable. Cotton is a natural fabric that absorbs the heat from your body and then ventilates, letting you stay cool and dry. Manufactured materials like polyester will actually absorb and retain your body heat without ventilating it, making it harder to cool down in the night. Cotton gets softer over time and is easy to throw in the laundry and wash.

Cotton Percale: Percale refers to the way a sheet is woven, specifically with a unique grid pattern. This grid pattern makes the sheets incredibly breathable, cool, and crisp. Cotton percale sheets are not brushed, so they have a nice matte finish that will stay cooler and feel more comfortable than sheets that have a bit of shine to them, like sateen. Cotton percale is woven so tightly that these sheets are resistant to pilling and will hold up well with years of washing.

Tip: Keep colour in mind when selecting new summer bedding. Dark colours will absorb more heat, while lighter colours like white, cream or light blue will naturally repel heat. This is true no matter what fabric you select.

Wayfair's Top Picks for Summer Bedding

1. Canterbury Duvet Cover Set

The Canterbury duvet cover set comes as a cotton/polyester mix, is lightweight and ideal for summer. The entire set is machine washable. The floral design will complement any cottage-inspired bedroom. The best part is that this is reversible and feature polka dots on the opposite side, meaning you get two designs in one.

2. Hykkon Catherine Duvet Cover Set

This 100% cotton duvet cover is highly breathable, making it one of our summer favourites. The monochrome colour options make this duvet cover a great option for any room in your home. It comes in four sizes and each comes with matching pillowcases to accompany the duvet cover. It can be machine-washed and tumble dried.

3. Eptakomi Peshtemal Bedspread

This pure cotton bedspread is very lightweight and skin-friendly. Th Eptakomi bedspread makes for a great addition to your summer bedding due to its beautiful pale pastel shade and hand-twisted tassels. It can be machine-washed but we recommend drying on a clothesline.

4. Symple Stuff 400 Thread Count Cotton Satin Sheet

We can't say enough good things about this 100% cotton satin sheet. The Symple Stuff 100% cotton sheet comes in 10 colours and four sizes and is fitted. This sheet is cool, breathable and just right for summer. It can be machine-washed and dried and will hold up well for years to come.