Shopping for Blankets

Shopping for Blankets

Blankets that are available in every shape, form, and consistency are what’s happening in the world of style and comfort. There are specific coverings that are designated designer blankets, and many of those popular brands are available through boutiques, home stores, and online sites. We hope that you enjoy this Shopping for Blankets post. 

Shopping for Blankets

Popular Blanket Selections

There is something about a cozy and inviting blanket, especially with cooler weather and shorter days on their way that makes you want to curl up with a good book, a cup of cocoa, and a comfy blanket. So, what are the most popular kinds of blankets for 2020? Here are a few that should catch your eye.

Faux fur

Luxury at its finest with Christian Siriano's exclusive 100% polyester reversible snow leopard faux knit that reverses to silver faux mink fur.

Chunky knits

Berkshire's chunky acrylic knit blankets and throws are popular and coordinate well with any decor and are just as fun and comfy for you to curl up with and enjoy staying warm.

Plaids

Eddie Bauer comes up with a fun and warm blanket in three plaid selections with soft white sherpa lining. These winter blanket throws are super warm and cozy. 

Ringspun Cotton

A dyed yarn stripe in 100% cotton brings a lightweight basket weave that is soft, durable, and warm. Threshold Designs makes several ringspun cotton designs perfect for any season.

Designer Throw Blankets

Throw blankets can add texture and color to a room. Casually placing designer blankets of this style over a chair or bed can change a room's whole look and feel. Plus, they make the perfect gift. You can never have too many throws. With the availability of different sizes, patterns, and color selections, they’re easy to accumulate and store. You can also switch out whenever the urge hits you, or you need a change, plus they’re relatively inexpensive. 

Cozy throw

Throws and pillows often go together. West Elm makes a simple and affordable throw that’s soft, cozy and resists pilling. This is one blanket you’ll go back to time and again. 

Berber Blanket

Woolrich Burlington makes a 100% polyester Berber blanket in rich colors with velvet binding that creates a soft and transitional look worthy of any bedroom setting.

Plush

Double-faced plush is warm, durable, and lightweight in an Exclusivo Mezcla blanket design. It’s also wrinkle- and fade-resistant. It’s 100% microfiber—elegance in design and availability of almost any color choice.

Velvet

A soft and supple micro-plush in 100% polyester that’s great alone or sharing with a loved one. Winston Porter has combined luxury and sumptuousness in this warm and large velvet blanket.

Weighted blanket

Luna uses 100% cotton and bamboo in its weighted blankets with 7 layers of softness for breathability and control of temperature. Even weight distribution allows for a restful and relaxing sleep.

Blanket fabrics

With a blanket, you want to keep one thing in mind, and that’s the fabric or the material makeup of a blanket. People have different ideas of what comprises a comfortable blanket, whether it’s a smooth texture or a plush and fluffy feel. You need to check out fabrics to know what you want in a blanket.

Cotton

A cotton blanket is lightweight and provides average warmth, which makes it a material for summer use, it’s great for everyday wear. It will maintain its integrity after several washings as well as reduce the buildup of allergens. 

Down

Down blankets are stacked with feathers between layers of fabric. They provide the same kind of warmth as a down comforter, but are thin and light and provide for winter coverage.

Wool

You can use wool blankets in both winter and summer. The tightness of the weave and thickness provides insulation and warmth during colder months. A woolen blanket in a lighter weight is both breathable and perfect for any weather, and you won’t overheat. 

Fleece

If you want quick warmth, fleece material is the answer. They aren’t that thick yet provide plenty of warmth and coziness and usually come in many patterns and colors. 

Synthetics

Most synthetic blankets consist of a combination of polyester and acrylic materials. Whatever the combination of fabrics, synthetic blankets are very warm and don’t dispel or diminish moisture, so they are good for the winter months. 

Warmest of All

Wool, cotton, fleece, down, and even cashmere blankets are the warmest. There are areas between the fibers that help to trap warmth, allowing you to stay warm.

In thinking of boutique blankets, you imagine a small shop with several unique and one-of-a-kind selections difficult to find anywhere else. Think cotton, organic cotton, wool, fleece, linen, down, and down alternatives. Keep in mind the weave, color, or pattern of a boutique blanket and its thickness. Boutique blankets are usually smaller, handmade, and of the finest natural materials. Look carefully, and you should be able to find just the right one. We hope that you are inspired by this Shopping for Blankets post. Happy shopping!