WORLD SLEEP DAY
We all know the importance of a good night’s sleep and how a poor or disrupted one can affect our entire next day. Unfortunately getting an unbroken night’s sleep is not always within our control… what we can control however is the space in which we lay down to rest and often with just a few simple adjustments to this environment and our evening routine, we can give ourselves the best chance of falling asleep quickly, deeply, and if we are woken the most comfortable, soothing space to regain that precious REM. Let us help you make a good night’s sleep a reachable dream!
Investing in some good quality sheets instantly transforms your bed from humdrum to hotel heights! Our signature Italian 800 thread count 100% combed cotton percale fabric sheet sets are a fantastic start. Have you ever noticed the soft luxurious feel of the sheets in a high-quality hotel? You can recreate this aesthetic in your own home with a set of our buttery soft sheets and every night will feel like a vacation!
Often overlooked, what you sleep under is just as important as what you lay atop of. That is why choosing a breathable natural fibre-filled duvet inner is a must if you want to achieve the most comfortable night’s sleep. Which duvet inner to choose depends on your individual body temperature and the ambient temperature of the room. Warm in winter and cool in summer, our silk filled duvet inners drape softly over your body for the ultimate sleep experience. Unbelievably luxurious, silk has extraordinary properties unknown in other materials. Silk reduces thermal conductivity, either trapping air next to the skin to keep you warm in the cold or drawing it away from the body in hotter temperatures. Soft, light and naturally hypoallergenic.
Another example of a healthy sleep-inducing habit is adopting a bedtime ritual. A regular sequence of calming actions before bed each night, gesturing to the body and mind that it is time to wind down, settle your thoughts and that sleep is approaching. Your ritual can be very simple and personal, with a few deliberate actions in the same order each evening that make you feel calm, relaxed and ready for rest.
You might like to light your favourite scented candle and take a bath with some calming essential oils and organic botanical body wash. Our Bath Brew giant teabags are a soothing remedial addition to a relaxing pre-bed bath. Steep in this nourishing tonic and enjoy the many benefits. Post-bath after slipping into your favourite robe and popping on a pair of soft slippers, pouring a hot cup of herbal tea can help to prepare the mind for a more restful state. You could try a calming blend such as the Pure Mint brew from Pickers Pocket. This loose-leaf herbal tea is naturally caffeine-free making it sleep-friendly with the added benefit of pure peppermint being known to help soothe any digestive discomfort before you retreat to your bed for the night.
Lastly, if your body is relaxed but you are still finding it difficult to quiet your busy thoughts, a wonderfully therapeutic way to end a strenuous day is journaling. This can be done in bed or nestled in your favourite chair, your oasis is up to you. Wherever you are, this is an act that is renowned for clearing the mind, quite literally getting thoughts out of your head and onto the page. We have some beautiful journals and equally aesthetically pleasing pens (we love beautiful stationery!) to get you started.
We hope these small suggestions help you to get that good night’s sleep you have been dreaming of, remember the simplest of steps really can make all the difference!
Sweet dreams!
Date
March 14 2024