My Aunt Swears by These “Incredible” Flannel Sheets for Her Icy Bedroom (Now I Love Them, Too!)

A couple of weeks ago, I made the most amazing discovery at my aunt’s house. While visiting over the weekend, I was helping her organize her kitchen when she asked me to grab the step ladder out of her bedroom closet. As I opened the door to her bedroom, I was hit with a familiar sensation that still manages to shock me every time: a drastic drop in temperature. You see, her room is always colder than the rest of the house, but on this day, it was downright icy.

As I walked out with the step ladder in hand, I shuddered and asked her for the millionth time, “How do you sleep in there?!” She responded with a quick, “You know I like to sleep cold — plus, it’s all about having the right flannel sheets.” Now, as a shopping editor, that immediately piqued my interest. When I asked her which sheets could possibly keep her warm in her tundra of a bedroom, she introduced me to what has now become my winter go-to bedding as well: L.L. Bean’s Premium Supima Flannel Sheets. 

So, what is it about these sheets that my family can’t get enough of? Made of 100% Supima cotton flannel (which is designed to be 50% stronger than other cotton varieties), these sheets are thick, high-quality, and the ultimate warriors against the cold. Incredibly soft to the touch, they’re also brushed on both sides for added comfort. Best of all, these Portugese-made sheets are designed to last as they also resist shrinkage and pilling, so you can count on them for winters to come.  

Now, before I tell you why I personally love these sheets, let me tell you more about why I took my aunt’s recommendation so seriously. First of all, she’s a hot sleeper like me, so I knew if these worked for her, they’d do the job on my bed, too. Secondly, I described her bedroom as “icy” earlier, but another way to put it is that as soon as you open her door, it feels like you’ve stepped outside. It’s that cold. So if these can keep her warm, I knew they had to be special. 

When I put these to the test myself, I was beyond impressed. I usually stay away from flannel sheets because of my aforementioned hot sleeper status. However, I was so blown away by how comfortably I slept in these that I don’t know how I ever braved the winter without them. I truly never thought I’d find a set of flannel sheets I’d adore, but oh, how I love to stand corrected. 

The second best thing was the softness, which is something that my aunt also echoed. The flannel sheets of my childhood were always… itchy. These, however, are marshmallow-soft, making sliding into them on a cold night the ultimate treat. And while my bedroom may not be as cold as my aunt’s, I can confidently say these sheets are going to be the thing keeping me warm all winter long. 

L.L. Bean’s Premium Supima Flannel Sheets start at $199, with a queen-size set coming in at $219. They’re available in six stylish-yet-neutral colors. Prefer a set with a fun print? The brand offers two gorgeous ones that you can find here. While these sheets are definitely an investment, trust me — if you’re tired of shivering through the night, these sheets are going to become your favorite cozy bedding hack. Just remember to thank my aunt while you’re at it, too.   

Buy: Premium Supima Flannel Sheets, Queen, $219