Articles by Emilia Hitching, Sleep Editor

Emilia is our resident sleep writer. She spends her days tracking down the lowest prices on the best mattresses and bedding and spends her nights testing them out from the comfort of her own home. Emilia leads a team of testers across America to find the best mattress for every sleep style, body type, and budget.

Emilia's quest to learn how to sleep better takes her all around the world, from the 3Z mattress factory in Glendale, Arizona to the Hästens headquarters in Köping, Sweden. She's interviewed luxury bedding designers at Shleep and Pure Parima, as well as the Design Manager at IKEA. Before she joined Homes & Gardens, Emilia studied English at the University of Oxford.

Latest articles by Emilia Hitching

Memory foam vs innerspring − what's the difference and which is best for you?

I've set memory foam vs innerspring mattresses head to head to help you work out which mattress type suits your sleep style

Best luxury mattress 2025 − 6 tried and tested options for hotel-quality sleep

For custom comfort and enhanced support that's worth the spend

By Emilia Hitching Last updated 10 March 25
6 things in your bedroom that are secretly ruining your sleep – and easy, affordable swaps to protect your peace

I asked an expert panel of sleep scientists and product developers to identify the common culprits disturbing our slumber, from cheap sheets to too much clutter

By Emilia Hitching Published 8 March 25
I test bedding for a living – here's everything I use on my own bed

I've combed through our back catalog of reviews and cleaned out my linen closet to bring you the best bedding I've ever tested − including on sale pieces for Sleep Week

By Emilia Hitching Published 7 March 25
Nectar vs Tempur-Pedic – which mattress brand is best on test?

I set the Nectar Premier Hybrid and the Tempur-Pedic ProAdapt Hybrid head to head to see which mattress offers the best performance at the lowest price

By Emilia Hitching Last updated 7 March 25
Best mattress 2025 − 9 tried and tested favorites, selected by our Sleep Editor

I've ranked and reviewed the best mattresses from Saatva, Nectar, DreamCloud, and more to suit every style of sleeper and size of budget

By Emilia Hitching Last updated 7 March 25
Best luxury bed sheets 2025 − for hotel-quality comfort at home

For your consideration, I've ranked and reviewed luxe linens, crisp cottons, and silky sateen sheets from specialist sleep stores and luxury design houses

By Emilia Hitching Last updated 6 March 25

Best pillow 2025 − tried and tested to suit every sleep style

Ranked and reviewed by our sleep editor, these are the best pillows for deeper sleep free from aches and pains

By Emilia Hitching Last updated 6 March 25
Sleep trends to try in 2025 – from sleep divorce to sleep retreats and everything in between

I asked an expert panel of product designers, medical professionals, and sleep scientists whether popular and emerging sleep trends really work

By Emilia Hitching Last updated 6 March 25
How to sleep better − 10 top tips for restorative slumber

I asked an expert panel of sleep scientists, medical professionals, and product developers how to sleep better and feel fresher in the mornings

By Emilia Hitching Last updated 6 March 25
What mattresses do hotels use? Here's how to bring that five-star feeling back to your bedroom

You can actually buy the plush beds from five-star hotels, including the Ritz-Carlton and the Four Seasons

By Emilia Hitching Last updated 6 March 25
Best warm comforter 2025 – ultra-weight options to keep cozy in cold weather

I've ranked and reviewed six of the best warm comforters, including thick and fluffy down inserts and thermoregulating down alternatives

By Emilia Hitching Last updated 5 March 25
Saatva vs DreamCloud – which mattress brand is best on test?

I set the Saatva Classic Mattress and the DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid head to head to see which mattress offers the best performance at the lowest price

By Emilia Hitching Last updated 3 March 25

How to make your bed like an interior designer − what to buy and where to shop

These bedding brands get the stamp of approval from top design talent. Plus, we even get a sneak peek of a few designers' actual bedrooms

By Emilia Hitching Last updated 25 February 25
Too light, too dark, too plain, too bold – these are the bed sheet colors to avoid, according to experts

I asked an expert panel of interior designers and sleep scientists to pinpoint the bed sheet colors to avoid in your next refurb or remodel

By Emilia Hitching Last updated 18 February 25
Your ultimate guide to shopping the Presidents' Day sales – expert advice from shopping editors and sales hunters

Presidents' Day deals are still live – our experts tell you all you need to know about shopping the Presidents' Day sales, from what to buy to how to save

By Emilia Hitching Last updated 17 February 25
Clean and classic or 'stark and sterile'? Our experts weigh in on the white bed sheet debate

This popular hue may be stopping you from getting a good night’s sleep – this is what to choose instead

By Emilia Hitching Last updated 14 February 25
McGee & Co. deals – how to get the biggest saving on classic and contemporary furniture and decor

Here's everything you need to know about the McGee & Co. sales, from when to shop and what to buy to how to save, according to our expert eCommerce Editor

By Emilia Hitching Last updated 13 February 25
These are the best bed sheet colors to improve your sleep, backed by science with plenty of style

I asked an expert panel of interior designers and sleep scientists which bed sheet colors improve sleep and promote a peaceful atmosphere in the bedroom

By Emilia Hitching Last updated 13 February 25

Lulu and Georgia deals – how to get the biggest saving on vintage-inspired furniture and boho-chic decor

Here's everything you need to know about what to shop and how to save in the Lulu and Georgia sales, according to our expert team of deals hunters

By Emilia Hitching Last updated 11 February 25
What color bedding will make your bedroom look bigger? A sleep editor investigates

Interior designers explain what color betting makes a bedroom look bigger for a visually larger space

By Emilia Hitching Last updated 11 February 25
Are light or dark bed sheets best for sleep? A sleep editor investigates

I asked an expert panel of interior designers and sleep scientists to explain the pros and cons of light or dark bed sheets for your bedroom

By Emilia Hitching Last updated 11 February 25
Pottery Barn deals − how to get the biggest saving on seasonal collections and accent pieces

Here's everything you need to know about what to shop and how to save in the Pottery Barn sales, according to our expert team of eCommerce Editors

By Emilia Hitching Last updated 10 February 25
How we test bed sheets – our expert review process, explained

Here's everything you need to know about how we test bed sheets for look and feel, thermoregulation, durability, and value for money

By Emilia Hitching Published 9 February 25
H&M Home deals − how to get expensive-looking furniture and decor on a shoestring budget

Our eCommerce Editors tell you everything you need to know about shopping the H&M Home sales, from what to buy and when to shop to save the most money

By Emilia Hitching Last updated 7 February 25

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Latest articles by Emilia Hitching

Memory foam vs innerspring − what's the difference and which is best for you?

Best luxury mattress 2025 − 6 tried and tested options for hotel-quality sleep

6 things in your bedroom that are secretly ruining your sleep – and easy, affordable swaps to protect your peace

I test bedding for a living – here's everything I use on my own bed

Nectar vs Tempur-Pedic – which mattress brand is best on test?

Best mattress 2025 − 9 tried and tested favorites, selected by our Sleep Editor

Best luxury bed sheets 2025 − for hotel-quality comfort at home

Best pillow 2025 − tried and tested to suit every sleep style

Sleep trends to try in 2025 – from sleep divorce to sleep retreats and everything in between

How to sleep better − 10 top tips for restorative slumber

What mattresses do hotels use? Here's how to bring that five-star feeling back to your bedroom

Best warm comforter 2025 – ultra-weight options to keep cozy in cold weather

Saatva vs DreamCloud – which mattress brand is best on test?

How to make your bed like an interior designer − what to buy and where to shop

Too light, too dark, too plain, too bold – these are the bed sheet colors to avoid, according to experts

Your ultimate guide to shopping the Presidents' Day sales – expert advice from shopping editors and sales hunters

Clean and classic or 'stark and sterile'? Our experts weigh in on the white bed sheet debate

McGee & Co. deals – how to get the biggest saving on classic and contemporary furniture and decor

These are the best bed sheet colors to improve your sleep, backed by science with plenty of style

Lulu and Georgia deals – how to get the biggest saving on vintage-inspired furniture and boho-chic decor

What color bedding will make your bedroom look bigger? A sleep editor investigates

Are light or dark bed sheets best for sleep? A sleep editor investigates

Pottery Barn deals − how to get the biggest saving on seasonal collections and accent pieces

How we test bed sheets – our expert review process, explained

H&M Home deals − how to get expensive-looking furniture and decor on a shoestring budget

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