Bedding

Modern Bed Sheets: Exploring Trends, Materials, and Sustainability

By Peacock Alley October 16, 2023

Finding the right bed sheets is an essential part of setting up your bedroom. Which type of material you choose can impact your comfort and aesthetic. But what are the latest trends in modern bed sheets, and what fabrics are best for you and the planet?

To find out, let's look at all things bedsheets. We'll explore the latest trends, the best materials, and how to make a sustainable choice.

Trends in Modern Bed Sheets

Popular bedsheet trends reflect a shift toward a natural aesthetic and calming environment at home. Here are a few things to consider when styling your bedroom.

Natural materials - One of the biggest home trends is choosing natural materials. Popular home items include grasscloth wallpaper, woven shades, and natural wood furniture. The same goes for bedsheets. Linen, cotton, and bamboo are all popular natural bedsheet options. They're soft and airy and go hand-in-hand with a broader trend of creating a zen indoor-outdoor vibe.
Neutral colors - Neutral colors also continue to be popular for bedsheets. White, beige, gray, and other neutral shades help add to the soothing atmosphere. They can also match a variety of decor styles.
Bold hues - On the other end of the spectrum, adding rich, deep tones like emerald green, wine red, and navy is also a popular bedding trend. This adds a modern touch to the calming mood designers are trying to create. Along with bedding, stylists recommend weaving the bold hue into other areas. Add color with items like rugs, furnishings, and window treatments.
Mixed textures - Textured bedding is also a trend that’s growing in popularity. Mixing different fabrics like cotton and linen or patterns and colors helps create depth and dimension.

soprano trim blue sheets and shams on bed

Materials Used in Modern Bedsheets

Modern bedsheets are made out of various materials, including the following:

Cotton - Cotton is the gold standard for bedsheets with Pima and Egyptian cotton offering high-end options. They're crisp, comfortable, long-lasting, and ideal for people with allergies and skin sensitivities. While easy to care for, cotton sheets do tend to wrinkle.
Bamboo - Bedsheets made of organic bamboo are soft and breathable. While usually pricier than cotton, bamboo sheets feel cooler, making them ideal for sleepers who tend to run hot. They're also naturally hypoallergenic and antibacterial.
Silk - A luxurious choice for modern bedsheets, silk sheets offer a smooth, velvety feel. They're hypoallergenic and excellent for people with sensitive skin. They also have superb temperature regulation and moisture-wicking capabilities. Caring for them is a delicate process, though. Silk sheets may also wear out faster than other materials.
Microfiber - These sheets are often more affordable, wrinkle-resistant, and easy to clean. Though not as breathable as cotton, microfiber sheets provide extra warmth and a soft sleep surface.
Linen - Light and breathable, linen bedsheets are great for year-round use with their moisture-wicking properties. Made of natural materials, they're also hypoallergenic. Though they have a higher price point than other fabrics, they're also durable and long-lasting with the proper care.

Choosing the Right Bed Sheets

Bedsheets vary in the way they look and feel. Which you choose will depend on your individual needs and preferences. When picking out sheets for your home, consider the following:

Temperature - If you live in a warm climate or often get too hot when you sleep, look for cooling sheets made with breathable materials. Bamboo, cotton percale, eucalyptus, and linen sheets offer breathability and plenty of airflow to keep you cool. Conversely, if you tend to get cold easily or live somewhere with frigid temperatures, opt for materials like flannel that will keep you toasty and warm.
Allergies - Sleepers who suffer from allergies will want to opt for hypoallergenic sheets. These are bed sheets made with tight weaves to help repel mold and dust. Organic cotton, wool, and microfiber bedsheets are all great hypoallergenic choices.
Texture - Another factor to consider is how the bedsheet feels against your skin while you sleep. For example, opt for high-end cotton if you prefer crisp, cool sheets. Or go with silk if you like a more velvety feel.
Thread Count - Generally, you'll want to choose bedsheets with a higher thread count (the number of threads in one square inch of fabric). Bedsheets with a thread count between 300 and 600 will ensure their quality.
Weave - The sheet's weave (the thread's vertical and horizontal arrangements) is also an important factor to consider. The two main weaves are percale and sateen. Percale is a simple grid that often feels crisp and breathable. Sateen is more tightly woven and feels buttery and smooth.

Sustainability in Bedding

Sustainable bedding strives to reduce harm to the earth. When choosing modern bedsheets, here are some of the top eco-friendly choices.

Certified Organic Cotton - Organic cotton production uses no pesticides and significantly less water. The farms also release less carbon dioxide into the environment. Plus, organic cotton bedding lasts longer, is easily repurposed, and is biodegradable.
Linen - This natural fiber comes from the flax plant and grows well without pesticides and fertilizers. All plant parts are used, and little water is needed for growing. Linen is also durable and is known to only get softer over time.
Wool - Since sheep produce fleece every year, wool is a natural renewable resource. It's also extremely long-lasting, is one of the most reused and recycled fibers, and biodegrades in land and water.

Modern & Sustainable Bedsheets at Peacock Alley

When choosing bedsheets, consider how the latest trends and material selection will affect your sleep. Opting for sustainable bedding is also not better for the planet but also for your sleeping experience.

At Peacock Alley, we’re committed to being as sustainable as we can be. We focus on sourcing and using eco-friendly materials like organic cotton and bamboo. And our latest step includes the coveted OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certification.

This well-known label signifies that our bedding — including our Soprano Sheet Set and All Seasons Blanket — has undergone rigorous testing throughout both the farming and manufacturing process. It's our promise to you and the planet.