
Emilia Hitching
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
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I'm a Sleep Editor – these are the 7 mattress features I think are gimmicks and not worth the spend
In my search to find the world's best mattress, I've come across some duds − learn from my mistakes and avoid these mattress gimmicks
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Nectar vs Layla – which mattress brand is best on test?
I've set the Nectar Premier Hybrid Mattress and the Layla Hybrid Mattress head to head to help you work out which mattress meets your needs
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Best furniture deals − how to get the deepest discounts on statement sets and accent pieces
Here's everything you need to know about the furniture sales, from where to shop to when to buy and how to save
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Nolah vs Nectar – which mattress brand is best on test?
I set the Nolah Original Mattress and the Nectar Memory Foam Mattress head to head to see which mattress offers the best performance at the lowest price
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Best sofa deals − how to score the biggest savings on the most comfortable couches
From Anthropologie to West Elm, our expert eCommerce Editor shows you where to find the best sofa deals on the internet – plus, what to shop and how to save
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Duvet vs comforter – what's the difference and which is best for you?
Our sleep expert explains the pros and cons of a duvet vs comforter and compares the best-rated products to help you find out which bedding is best for you
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Percale vs sateen – what's the difference and which meets your sleep needs?
I've outlined all the pros and cons of percale vs sateen for look, feel, and thermoregulation to help you find your material match
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Best places to buy pillows 2025 − 6 stylish stores, recommended by our Sleep Editor
From Sleep Number to Saatva, I've ranked and reviewed the best places to buy pillows to support every sleep position and suit every budget
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Best duvet inserts and comforters 2025 – for all seasons and budgets
I've ranked and reviewed the world's best duvet inserts and comforters, with down and down alternative options to suit every sleep style
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Saatva vs Nectar − which mattress brand is best on test?
I set the Saatva Contour5 Mattress and the Nectar Memory Foam Mattress head to head to see which mattress offers the best performance at the lowest price
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Saatva vs Tempur-Pedic − which mattress brand is best?
I set the Saatva Latex Hybrid and the Tempur-Pedic ProAdapt head to head to see which mattress offers the best performance at the best price
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Nectar vs DreamCloud − which mattress brand is best on test?
I set the Nectar Premier Hybrid and the DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid head to head to see which mattress offers the best value for money
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April bedding sales − the deepest discounts from the biggest brands
Your expert guide to the April bedding sales, including Brooklinen, Cozy Earth, and Sleep Number, according to our resident Sleep Editor and sales hunter
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April mattress sales – get the deepest discounts from the biggest brands
As a Sleep Editor and a sales hunter, I've scoured the sites of the best places to buy a mattress to bring you this month's deepest discounts
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Best places to buy bed frames 2025 – 7 stylish stores, selected by our Sleep Editor
From Thuma to IKEA, I've ranked and reviewed the best places to buy bed frames to support every sleep position, suit every aesthetic, and every budget
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Celebrate Walmart Super Savings Week with deep discounts, selected by our eCommerce Editors
Why wait for Amazon's Big Spring Sale? Walmart is holding their own sales event – we've spotted up to 30% off patio and garden sets and iconic kitchenware
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Amazon's Big Spring Sale has arrived − and we've rounded up the 9 best deals that are actually worth buying
Our expert team of eCommerce Editors is teaming up to shop the Amazon Spring Deal Days and show you what to buy and where to save
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Do grounding sheets work? Our Sleep Editor investigates
I interviewed sleep scientists and spent weeks sleeping on grounding sheets to find out whether grounding your mattress really works − I'm not convinced
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How to keep a mattress topper from sliding – 6 quick fixes for a secure fit
I've worked out how to keep your mattress topper from sliding using products from your toolbox and linen closet − the solution might be simpler than you think
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Best cooling mattress toppers and pads 2025 − tested by hot sleepers
I've ranked and reviewed six of the best cooling mattress toppers and pads to stop the night sweats and help you weather the hot summer nights
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Instant Pot deals − how to get the biggest savings on iconic multi-cookers
Here's everything you need to know about the Instant Pot sales, from when and what to shop to how to save, according to our expert eCommerce Editor
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Best organic bedding 2025 − get a good night's sleep naturally with sustainable selects from our Sleep Editor
The best organic bedding is soft on your skin, cool to the touch, and kind to the planet – here are my favorite finds from Avocado, ettitude, Woolroom, and more
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Bedding jargon buster − all the words you need to know before you buy bedding
I'm breaking down the bedding buzzwords to create the definitive A to Z of bedding terminology so that you can shop smart
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West Elm deals – how to get the biggest savings on contemporary furniture and understated decor
Here's everything you need to know about the West Elm sales, from what to buy to when to shop and how to save, according to our expert eCommerce Editor
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