The prospect of a bed without a duvet may seem like a step too far—no matter how good it might look—but Heidi Caillier insists it’s worth reconsidering. “It feels more collected and less perfect,” she says—creating a bed that is not just beautiful, but invitingly lived-in. If you’re not yet willing to part with your duvet, then layering is still a good port of call. Layering pattern is also a good idea, says Williams: “A bed with solely one-coloured bedding can feel rather ominous, so I love layering—varying texture and colour or tone. For the ultimate hotel-worthy comfort, Charlotte and Angus Buchanan, co-founders of Buchanan Studio, recommend starting with an excellent quality mattress and mattress topper.