'How a cooling blanket helped me sleep through a heatwave'
Is it just me, or are the nights getting hotter? Lately, I've found myself swapping my long pyjamas for a T-shirt and shorts combo - and even then, I'm still flinging the duvet off halfway through the night in a sweaty huff.
Surprisingly, Oodie came to my rescue. Yes, that Oodie - the brand behind the viral wearable blankets - has launched a range of cooling blankets designed to wick away heat and moisture as you sleep. Plus, it's currently on sale for £69, down from £99, saving shoppers £30.
Naturally, I was intrigued by this innovative sleep companion. A blanket that keeps you cool sounds like a contradiction, but I was keen to give it a go. Scroll down to see how it fared in my bedtime routine.
What I thought of the Oodie Cooling Blanket
When the Oodie Cooling Blanket landed on my doorstep, I was sceptical. But those doubts quickly disappeared once I opened it up. The blanket, which came in a soft pastel wave pattern, was genuinely cool to the touch - so much so that I was perplexed by how Oodie had managed it.
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It turns out that the magic lies in the fabric: a blend of nylon and elastane that the brand claims is three times cooler than cotton. It absorbs heat and disperses it, helping to regulate temperature throughout the night.
When a heatwave hit London last weekend, I gave it a proper test. Over the last couple of weeks, I've found myself spending around 20 minutes tossing and turning, trying to find the least sweaty position. However, with the Oodie blanket, I felt instantly cooler and drifted off surprisingly quickly.
I woke up once in the middle of the night feeling a bit warm, but flipping the blanket over did the trick. It was cool again in seconds, and I was back asleep in no time.
It's also lightweight, which I appreciate. Unlike heavier duvets, which can make warm nights feel worse, it didn't feel like it was weighing me down at all.
While it's designed for sleep, it can also be useful post-workout. Though if the user is particularly sweaty, it might get a bit smelly, but it's machine washable, so keeping it fresh and clean is easy enough.
However, there are plenty of other moisture-wicking options available. I've rounded up a few of my favourite temperature-regulating options here. These include Piglet in Bed's linen sheets, which come in a multitude of colourways and look timeless while being breathable. For those who insist on using a duvet still, the low-tog Slumberland duvet starts from £49.99 and has been praised by users as 'perfect for all year round.'
I didn't think I'd love the Oodie blanket, but I do. It's helped me sleep better during warmer nights, and while it doesn't replace air con or a fan, it's a seriously good alternative that won't make your electricity bill wince.
My only gripe is that the pastel wave design isn't quite my vibe - it clashes with the muted tones in my bedroom, so I wish I'd gone for a different colour. That said, it's reversible, with a blue side, and comes in seven colours, including a neutral burgundy that I've got my eye on.
For anyone struggling to sleep through hot nights, who doesn't want to splurge on a fan, the Oodie Cooling Blanket is worth considering. It's not just a gimmick - it genuinely works. And if it helps me avoid waking up in a puddle of sweat, it's a winner in my book.
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