While bed linen and bed sheets are often used interchangeably, they are actually two distinct types of bedding that serve different purposes. Bed sheets are the primary layer that goes directly on top of the mattress, while bed linen encompasses a range of additional bedding items such as duvet covers, pillowcases, and decorative blankets. Whether you prefer the crisp coolness of freshly laundered sheets or the luxurious feel of high-quality linen, there are plenty of options to help you create the perfect bed for a good night's sleep.

Bed sheets come in two main varieties: flat and fitted. A flat sheet is simply a rectangular sheet of cloth, while a fitted sheet has four corners, and sometimes two or four sides, fitted with elastic, to be used only as a bottom sheet. The fitted sheet may also be secured using a drawstring instead of elastic. The purpose of a fitted bottom sheet is to keep it from slipping off the mattress while the bed is in use. A particular way of folding and tucking while making the bed, known as hospital corners, is sometimes used when the bottom sheet is flat rather than fitted.

Linen, just like cotton, has also been around for millennia. It’s a trendy bedding option because it’s one of the most breathable fabrics on the market and because of its incredibly chic look that oozes effortless elegance and coziness.