Sometimes the best gifts are practical. And when it seems like stress levels are yet again at another all-time high, nothing is more practical than trying to get more and better sleep.
If you really want to give a productive gift this holiday season (including to yourself), give the gift of better sleep—or at least some gifts that will improve sleepytime.
Ettitude signature sateen sheet set
The easiest and quickest (and probably most budget-friendly) upgrade anyone can make to their sleeping arrangements are new sheets. And high-quality sheets are more affordable than ever. Ettitude (a blended word for eco and attitude) is a purpose-driven lifestyle brand with a proprietary CleanBamboo fabric, made from 100% organically-grown, non-toxic bamboo lyocell. Available in more than a dozen colorways, Ettiude’s sateen sheets are breathable, moisture-wicking, and thermo-regulating, which means they’ll keep you cool in summer and warm in winter.
Sealy sleep bundle
For someone who wants a starter kit, Sealy offers a complete sleep bundle with a set of two pillows and sheets designed to deliver comfort and cooling from head to toe. The pillow features a firm support on one side and a plush comfort on the other side, perfect for every type of sleeper. The durable 100% cotton sheet set features a 260-thread-count single-ply construction that’s soft on the skin.
Stearns & Foster lux estate pillow
Stearns offers customized comfort and support with an all-new Lux Estate Pillow, which features the dual-comfort of down on one side for a luxurious cozy feel, and premium latex on the other for enhanced pressure relief. Combined with a silky soft, removable cool-to-the-touch cover, this pillow offers a taste of luxury at home without having to go to a five-star hotel.
Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt mattress
The mattress is so out of this world it was designed by NASA. (That latter detail is true, actually…sort of.) Each Tempur-Adapt mattress features unique layers of proprietary material originally developed by NASA, which work together to relieve pressure and support one’s body. And while quite tall at 11 to 13-inches in height, each layer continuously adapts to the person’s weight, shape, and temperature to alleviate pressure points that cause tossing and turning. And those layers include high-performance cooling yarns woven into the top layer and cover to help one fall asleep faster. (And for those who run hot when sleeping, the new Tempur-Breeze mattresses are designed to keep sleepers up to 10 degrees cooler and more comfortable all night long.)
Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Ergo smart base
Given this was the year of AI, it shouldn’t be so surprising there are ways that AI could help you sleep better. The brand’s newest innovation features improved ergonomic design with the addition of a lumbar feature providing extra support for your lower back whether you’re sitting up or lying flat. The cherry on top is the inclusion of the automatic snore response (seriously) enabled by Sleeptracker-AI, and a relaxation experience—choose from SoundScape Mode, Wind Down Programming, and WaveForm Massage—designed to calm one’s mind and body before bedtime.
Thuma pillowboard and bed frame
Founded in San Francisco in 2016, Thuma is a direct-to-consumer home and furniture upstart with a commitment to both simplicity and sustainability. Along with rugs and bedding, the brand’s core furniture pieces are inspired by Japanese craftsmanship and elegance. Thuma underscores that it carefully considers the planet at every touchpoint, from material sourcing to business practices. Thuma’s Bed, in particular, is made from real, upcycled rubberwood—not veneers or medium density fiberboard (MDFs)—and is Greenguard Gold Certified, ensuring lowest possible emissions. Instead of fiberboard or veneers, Thuma upcycles rubberwood for its furniture designs like The Bed, The Dresser, and The Nightstand. Rubberwood is a hardwood tree that is farmed for latex production, in which rubber pours out of a spout like maple syrup until it is tapped. Thuma’s pillowboard and mattress are also certified certi-PUR for lowest possible emissions. All of Thuma’s products are shipped in recycled packaging, and Thuma plants one tree for every bed sold through One Tree Planted.