What Is the Best Lightweight Summer Bedding?
The best lightweight summer bedding is TENCEL™ Lyocell Eucalyptus, a fabric derived from eucalyptus tree pulp. Unlike cotton, which can feel warm and cling to the skin when it is hot, TENCEL is soft, cool to the touch, and offers better breathability. Here is a closer look at why shifting to TENCEL is an excellent option this summer (or any season for that matter):
- Moisture-wicking: TENCEL™’s fibers draw sweat away from your skin to help you stay dry.
- Naturally breathable: Allows heat and air to move freely instead of trapping warmth.
- Cool and smooth: Silky-soft fibers feel cool against the skin for added comfort.
Summer Bedding Ideas and Color Combinations
Now that you know what the right fabric bedding to use this summer, the next step is choosing colors that make your bedroom feel as fresh and inviting as your new bedding. To help you decide, we've collated summer bedding ideas and color combinations based on different summer moods - crisp and simple, soft and romantic, sun-kissed, and grounded and calm.
Classic All White
White remains a timeless bedding color option, and the reasons are pretty simple: it's the perfect base color if you love mixing and matching with other shades and looks great across seasons. Plus, white reflects light beautifully and instantly makes a bedroom feel brighter, cleaner, and more spacious.
Already tried an all-white look? Try softer shades like ivory or cream, and layer your bed with textures like a waffle-weave throw, a linen sham, or even a decorative pillow with a bold pattern.
Pastel Color Blocking
If you look to add a dash of color in your bedroom, try color blocking. As this styling technique's name suggests, it is simply pairing solid-color pieces together to create visual interest rather than relying on patterns. Worried that the colors would be too overwhelming? Stick to pastel colors.
One great color combo is Barely Pink, Ivory, and Eucalyptus. Barely Pink would be the base color, then Ivory would be the subtle warm that bridges the pink and green (Eucalyptus) together. For instance, you can have Barely Pink sheets, an Eucalyptus duvet cover, and Ivory pillow covers.
Tip: For the most balanced look, let one color dominate the bed, the second color more sparingly, and finish with the third as an accent.
Sun-Kissed Shades
Now, if you want to bring summer's vibrant colors inside your bedroom, go for sun-kissed shades. This summer bedding color idea is more vibrant and more saturated.
To create this look, start with Ivory sheets as the foundation and add a Spring Sage duvet cover to establish a light and airy look. Then, finish with Rose Blush or Terracotta Clay pillow covers to introduce warmth and contrast.
Neutral Shades
Last but not least, we have neutral shades for your summer bedding. Neutrals are calming, and, similar to Classic All-White, small accent changes (like a new throw or different pillow cover) can completely change the appearance of your bedroom.
If you tried this look before and it's not exactly what you imagined, you should build interest through subtle tonal variations rather than contrast. For instance, a slightly deeper taupe pillow against a lighter oatmeal colored sheet.
Coastal Blue
A coastal-inspired summer bedding palette is also a wonderful choice. Use White or Ivory sheets as the base, layer with soft blues like Basalt Blue duvet, and complete the palette with either Gray Mist or Taupe Sand pillow covers.
Build Your Olive + Crate Summer Bedding Bundle
Inspired by these summer bedding ideas? Olive and Crate's bedding bundle option lets you conveniently choose everything you need, from sheets and a comforter to a duvet cover and pillow cases. And yes, you can mix and match different colors so you can ultimately build your dream summer bedding.
A Cooler Summer Starts With the Right Bedding
The right summer bedding isn't just about how it changes the look of your bedroom. It should also help you get restful sleep, especially when the weather is hot. So, remember, choose the right fabric first and then select colors that speak to you.
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