What’s better than waking up in winter in a bed with crisp, fresh white sheets and under a warm, irresistibly cozy down duvet? Exactly—very little. The question is: how do you create your own luxurious winter cocoon? We have the answer. Make yourself comfortable, because after reading this, you’ll probably just want to stay in bed.

A Down Duvet

Step one is choosing the perfect down duvet. Which one suits you best depends entirely on your personal needs. Do you get cold easily at night, leaving your partner constantly freezing? Then a duvet with a high down content or a heavier winter version is the right choice for you. Do you tend to overheat even in the cold? Opt for a lightweight, all-year duvet. And if you miss that ‘enveloping’ feeling, there are options that provide that cozy hug while still feeling cool.

Consider that done? Step two is selecting the right down-to-feather ratio for your duvet. All DOUXE duvets are made with a combination of down and feathers, but the exact ratio is up to you. For example, the DOUXE Prestige duvet consists of 100% down and is the ultimate in luxury and comfort. The soft, flowing goose down duvet is incredibly light yet insulating and wonderfully warm. Prefer 90% down and 10% feathers? That’s the DOUXE Exclusive duvet. The extra feathers allow more airflow, making it slightly cooler than the Prestige duvet.

Want the luxury feel without down? That’s possible too. The 100% synthetic microfiber duvet—the one used at Hotel Pulitzer Amsterdam—offers the perfect synthetic alternative to a real down duvet. The microfibres are distributed in small compartments, giving the sensation of genuine down. Too technical? Just trust us: it feels just like the real thing.

The Featherbed

In the US, people would be shocked if you told them you’ve never heard of this product—there, featherbeds are just as common as free refills on your soda.

The funny thing is: although featherbeds are one of the best-kept secrets of five-star hotels, they’ve actually been around for centuries. They were once a luxury reserved for the wealthy—you know, the Downton Abbey types. That’s no longer the case. Americans have fully embraced them (figuratively speaking, since a featherbed is an extra mattress layer you put on your bed) for that ultimate luxury feeling: “I never want to leave this bed because it’s so cocoon-like.”

Evenly distributed down and feathers provide the perfect support and comfort, giving you that sensation of floating. Call it sleeping on a cloud, call it sleeping in heaven—we call it: welcome to the world of featherbeds.

Satin-Woven Sheets

Think satin is only found in Martin Moreiro’s bedroom? Not at all. Look around—many luxury hotels use satin-woven cotton sheets. People often think satin and percale are different types of cotton, but that’s not true. The difference is in the weaving.

A bit of theory: satin and percale are two weaving techniques, neither better than the other. Satin has a 1-over-4 weave, while percale uses a 1-over-1 (plain) weave. In short: they feel different. Which one you prefer comes down to taste. Some love the crisp feel of percale, others the silky softness of satin. Percale feels cool, perfect for summer; satin feels softer and warmer, ideal for now. White is always a safe choice, but for the ultimate winter cocoon vibe, consider champagne, misty blue, or stormy grey.

Finishing Touches

Lying in bed through winter is wonderful, but you still have to eat. Want to maintain that luxury all day—even when you need to dash to the fridge? Then invest in a plush robe and warmed slippers. Warmed? Yes, warmed.