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I’ve only lived in small apartments, which means my bed is regularly the focal point of a space. To give the main character a layered vibe, I’ll usually lay a folded blanket over the end; it makes everything feel more complete. But when steamy New York summer rolls around and the thought of my mohair throw makes me overheat, I’m inclined to strip down. I don’t love the idea of settling for an incomplete look for three months of the year, so rather than compromise with a naked-looking bed, I’m regularly in the market for an extremely not-warm blanket that’s strictly for aesthetics.
Pretty much every bedding brand offers something in that vein, but I’m considering one of the 10 lightweight options, below. Some are fluffy linen gauze and some are textured waffle cotton, but the main similarity among these laid-back picks is that they each pair stunningly with a blasting air conditioner. Oh, and they give off an “I summer in the Hamptons” feeling.
Cloud Linen Gauze Bed Blanket by Parachute
It’s called cloud linen for a reason—just look at that pillowy loose weave. Made of a garment-washed linen-and-cotton blend, a little texture adds dimension to a neutral colorway.
Organic Airy Gauze Blanket by Quince
As far as I’m concerned, Quince is offering the best deal in town. Its gauze blanket is $80 and made of four layers of 100% cotton.
Emmanuella Coverlet by Morrow Soft Goods
Made of 100% cotton, Morrow Soft Goods’s waffle throw brings major texture and color. My favorite is the robin’s egg blue—just the fresh hue I crave in summer.
Cotton Muslin Throw by H&M Home
H&M Home’s cotton muslin blanket is made of 45% recycled cotton and comes in three solids and two striped colors. If you’re a hot sleeper, you could get away with using just this on your bed.
Topanga Organic Matelassé Blanket by Coyuchi
Coyuchi is known for its stylish staples but also its organic cotton, which is grown and woven in Portugal. The solids are easy basics, while the stripes offer a more boho look. (Bonus: They’re reversible.)
Solace Throw by Cultiver
Cultiver makes some of the best linen sheets, but its blankets are nothing to snooze on. A textured linen weave keeps things extra relaxed.
Vintage Linen Bed Cover by Parachute
Parachute’s 100% European flax bed blanket is giving artist’s drop cloth in the best way. Offering a smoother texture than the rest of this bunch, it’s ideal for achieving a sleeker look.
Beachcomber Cotton Throw by Serena & Lily
Talk about beachy. Serena & Lily is serving up a throw that reminds me of my favorite towel. It’s made of premium Portuguese cotton, with a gorgeous eyelash trim finish.
Brentwood Cotton-Wool Throw by Kassatex
Don’t be fooled by the wool; this throw is as lightweight as they come. I love how the blend of different colored threads adds a subtle variation.
Linen Cocoon Throw by GreenRow
I’m ready to wrap myself like a butterfly in its cocoon in this rumply cotton-linen throw from new sustainability focused brand GreenRow. The subtle striped pattern adds a lived-in, vintage feel.