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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Best bed sheets 2025 − 9 pretty, practical options, selected by our Sleep Editor
I've ranked and reviewed the best bed sheets for every style of sleeper and size of budget, including cooling cottons, luxe linens, and breathable bamboo
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I'm rebranding 'bed rotting' – here's how 'snerdling' can help you to relax and reset
I've interviewed sleep coaches and psychotherapists to find out more about the 'bed rotting' trend − what it means, why we do it, and when to stop
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Nectar vs Helix − which mattress brand is best on test?
I set the Nectar Premier Hybrid and the Helix Dusk Luxe head to head to see which mattress offers the best performance at the lowest price
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Are organic mattresses a hoax? Everything you need to know about greenwashing
I asked a panel of industry experts to tell me what makes a mattress organic, which eco authorities we can trust, and some warning signs of greenwashing
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Hybrid vs memory foam − what's the difference and which is best for you?
I set hybrid vs memory foam mattresses head to head to help you decide which mattress type suits your sleep style
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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
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Best luxury mattress − 6 hotel-quality beds, tried and tested
I've ranked and reviewed six of the best luxury mattress that offer custom comfort and enhanced support – trust me, they're worth the spend
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Is it good to sleep on latex? Our expert panel on the benefits of a greener mattress
I asked mattress manufacturers and sleep scientists what makes latex so special and how it compares to other mattress types
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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