Your ideal winter guide to bedding for different bed sizes
When the temperature drops, creating a cosy and inviting sleeping space is extra important. Your bed becomes more than just somewhere to snooze, it’s your winter retreat. The right bedding will not only keep you snug, but also helps your bedroom feel welcoming, stylish and in-proportion, no matter the size of your bed. From space-saving singles to king-size sanctuaries, dressing a bed thoughtfully with layers, textures and accessories is what will help it, and you, feel truly winter-ready.
Single beds
With single beds being compact and by their nature sleeping just one person creating and retaining warmth is extra important. A higher tog duvet helps keep heat in, while an extra layer, such as a bedspread, increases warmth while helping the bed look stylish despite its smaller size. Opt for a simple design in a neutral colour and consider going for texture over pattern so as not to overwhelm the bed.
Cushions are always a great way to add personality, and you don’t need a lot to help a single bed feel cosy. Pick a smaller size to suit the bed such as a Forever England cushion complete that comes with a 45x45cm pad. Don’t be afraid to add a bright colour or pretty pattern to pop against the bedspread. If your looking for something a little more, consider trying a standard pillow with a pillowsham.
Single bed style heroes: Portofino Bedspread in Oatmeal and Eloise Pink Cushion Complete.
Small double beds
Ideal for occasional guest rooms or for young adults, smaller doubles or three-quarter sized beds are great for saving space but have just enough width for you to get a little creative with styling. A pretty bed quilt in a natural or pastel shade will always add warmth and elegance, while cushions of varying sizes add extra interest and make for a welcoming touch. Mix and match different size cushion inserts or pillow pads with colourful pillowshams for a soft, tousled look that appears effortlessly relaxed and welcoming.
Small double bed style heroes: Stonewash Cotton Cushion Complete and Willow Grey Jacquard Standard Pillowsham with 50x75cm pad.
Double beds
The classic double is the most common bed size in UK homes, and in winter it deserves some thoughtful layering. Opt for a higher tog duvet than you’d use in summer, but don’t stop there. Adding a bedspread creates a plush, hotel-like feel that you deserve to enjoy every evening, not just on special occasions. Velvet is also a fantastic choice for winter, bringing extra luxury and cosiness to your room, and giving your bed a sense of grandeur.
Cushions and pillows are your secret weapons here: as well as your sleeping pillows, try adding two larger standard pillowshams, plus smaller complementary cushions. Mixing textures works well too think velvet, satin, seersucker or parchment cotton.
Double bed style heroes: Clara Pink Velvet Bedspread and Bridport Mink Standard Pillowsham with 50x75cm pad.
King-size beds
A king-size bed brings some serious presence to a room, but in winter it needs a little extra attention so it doesn’t feel sparse. Bedspreads really come into their own with a larger bed, and with more surface area to play with you definitely don’t need to shy away from a bright colour or eye-catching pattern that’ll fill the space.
A variety of different pillows and cushions are fantastic for creating a full and luxurious look for a bigger bed too. A king-size can pull off larger continental sized pillowshams, which look really impressive stacked up with smaller pillowshams and cushions in front. Get experimenting with lots of different covers and pads, and have fun playing around with scale to find your ideal combination.
King-size bed style heroes: Double bed style heroes: Constance Soft Pink Patchwork Bedspread and matching pillowshams with 70x70cm pad, plus Constance Patchwork Cushion Complete.
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