Shopping for Sheets

In the midst of my shopping for my move I realized that I need to up my game in the sheet department. Yes, I love a comfy set of jersey knit sheets, but I think it’s time to make the jump to something more sophisticated them my college sheets.

There are 3 things to keep in mind when your sheet shopping: thread count, fiber and finish.

· Choose a 200 to 300+ thread count (this indicated the total number of threads woven per square inch). The higher the thread count, the bigger the price tag. But you also want to look at the ply. Single ply tends to be softer, as two ply is made from yarns that are twisted together. Don’t be deceived by high thread count on a two ply sheet: a single 200 –count sheet will be the same softness as a two ply 400-count sheet.

· Make sure the fiber is silk or cotton (preferably Egyptian cotton) Egyptian cotton is the softest and most durable. Skip polyester blends and satin sheets- they don’t breathe well, which means you’ll be sweaty. (gross)


· A sateen finish will give your sheets a silky smooth quality. For a crisper sheet, choose a combed all- cotton percale with a thread count of 250.

· Don’t forget to change your sheets every week and your duvet cover every two weeks. Also take the time to look for great pillows.


For great selections try a Target or Bed Bath and Beyond, that's where I was most successful.