February bedding sales − early Presidents' Day deals from the biggest brands

Brooklinen Luxe Sateen Core Sheet Set | Was $189.00, now $160.65 at Brooklinen

These are our reigning champions for the title of 'best bed sheets'. I started testing the Luxe Core Sheet Set over summer and I'm loving the super-smooth feel of sateen against my skin. A set of silky sheets is a quick and easy upgrade that goes a long way towards transforming your boring old bedroom into a sleep sanctuary.

Mellanni Queen Sheet Set | Was $50.97, now $29.97 at Amazon

The world's best affordable bed sheets just got even more affordable. This bestselling sheet set boasts more than 250,000 five-star reviews on Amazon, praising their wrinkle-resistance and smooth, soft finish.

Sijo AiryWeight Eucalyptus Sheet Set | Was $185.00, now $157.25 at Sijo

If you're a hot sleeper, or you prefer to sleep on natural fibers, then these are the sheets for you. Eucalyptus is moisture-wicking and antimicrobial, built to bust the bacteria that breeds in warm, damp environments, such as bedrooms, while keeping you cool and dry.

Martha Stewart 100% Cotton Sheet Set | Was $64.99, now $58.66 at Amazon

'My first surprise when I pulled the sheets out of their packaging was how soft they felt,' says expert tester Lucy Seale. 'I didn't think cheap sheets could feel so luxe. The second surprise? That they didn't perceptibly crease again until I washed them after a week's use, at which point they needed a light press to look as good as new.'

Quince European Linen Sheet Set | Was $289.00, now $169.90 at Quince

I can't help but admire the colorways at Quince. You can shop these luxe linen sheets in natural, neutral hues, from white sand to charcoal gray, or consider dusty blue and soft blush. You can even play with prints and patterns with stripes and gingham. Linen is lightweight yet durable, ideal for summer nights and able to withstand the washing machine.

Yalamilla Down Comforter | Was $252.99, now $67.99 at Walmart

For natural loft and cozy comfort, there's nothing like real down. This comforter is filled with duck and goose feathers to retain heat and keep you just the right side of warm and dry. If you're looking for something a bit thicker for winter, I suggest you upgrade to the all-season comforter. This price is actually lower than it was over Black Friday, at a whopping $171 discount.

Buffy Cloud Comforter | Was $195.00, now $156 at Buffy

This down alternative comforter looks and feels like the real thing. Filled with fine fill fibers, each of which is thinner than an eyelash, then encased in eucalyptus lyocell, the Buffy Cloud Comforter combines the loft and lightness of duck and goose feathers with the cooling properties of eucalyptus. This is the best cooling comforter for anyone who prefers not to purchase animal products.

Bedsure Comforter | Was $41.99, now $24.69 at Amazon

This is one of the best-rated duvet inserts on Amazon, with more than 20,000 verified five-star reviews. Happy customers praise the comfort, cooling, and value for money of the Bedsure Comforter, though a few shoppers note that it lacks a little of the loft of real down. If you're buying on a budget, this is your best bet.

Cozy Earth Bamboo Comforter | Was $356, now $284.80 at Cozy Earth

The Cozy Earth Bamboo Comforter is available with Extra fill for a seriously sumptuous spread. It's naturally thermoregulating for hot sleepers and summer nights and it's unequivocally luxurious.

The Marlow Pillow | Was $65.00, now $41.65 at Brooklinen

Like I said, I love an adjustable pillow, but they can get messy. Oftentimes, during testing, I find myself searching for somewhere to store surplus fluff or an extra insert. You don't have to do that with the Marlow Pillow – just push and pull the zippers to let air into and out of the pillow.

Tempur-Pedic Memory Foam Symphony Pillow | Was $119.00, now $53.99 at Amazon

This dual-sided pillow is designed to suit all sleep styles. One side is gently arched to cradle the neck and shoulders of back and side sleepers, while the other is flat to suit stomach sleepers. This is the sort of pillow that would go well in a guest room: your friends need only flip to find the perfect pillow.

Woolroom Deluxe Washable Wool Pillow | Was $127.49, now $89.24 at Woolroom

An adjustable pillow is just the thing for guest rooms and fussy sleepers. The Woolroom Deluxe Washable Wool Pillow makes it easy to find your ideal pillow height and feel − all you need to do is reach down inside the case to remove and replace handfuls of organic wool.

Brooklinen Down Pillow | Was $109.00, now $92.65 at Brooklinen

If you want a fluffy pillow to form a beautiful bedspread, then you should narrow the search to real down. There are thousands of tiny air pockets between the feathers, which retain heat and maintain loft. Eco-conscious shoppers can rest assured that Brooklinen down is certified by the Responsible Down Standard.

True Temp Pillow | Was $109.99, now $76.99 at Sleep Number

This pillow comes in three shapes to suit different sorts of sleepers. There's the Classic Pillow, which lies firm and flat for stomach sleepers; the Contour Pillow, which has a handy dip for the back of your head to promote ergonomic alignment; and the Ultimate Pillow, which features removable foam inserts to suit all sleep positions.

Matouk Nocturne Sateen Sheets | Was $210-$624, now $66.50-$549 at Bloomingdale's

When you're shopping at a higher price point, a small discount can make a big difference. A 20% price drop could equate to hundreds of dollars off a sheet set. When you're shopping the luxury bedding sales, it pays to take stock of your options and consider the smaller deals.

Hira Sheet Set | Was $290, now $145 at Pure Parima

Some so-called luxury bedding brands throw their products in cheap plastic packaging which cheapens the experience, but Pure Parima goes the extra mile. Their Egyptian cotton sheet sets come in pristine white boxes, tied together with a ribbon, pressed to stay silky-smooth.

Hotel Collection Comforter | Was $600, now $239 at Macy's

A number of luxury bedding brands call Macy's home, from Vera Wang to Donna Kahan, but their most affordable luxury comes in the shape of the Hotel Collection. This comforter is stuffed with white goose down, wrapped in cooling cotton, and oversized for a dramatic drape.

Ralph Lauren Organic Sateen Handkerchief Sheet Set | Was $145 - $245, now $72.50 - $122.50 at Saks Fifth Avenue

For elegant understatement, try Ralph Lauren. These cotton sateen sheets are pristine white, finished with delicate embroidery in the style of a classic men's handkerchief.

Cozy Earth Cuddle Blanket | Was $306, now $244.80 at Cozy Earth

This ultra-plush, high-pile throw offers all the comfort of a weighted blanket without the claustrophobia. Since I bought it on a whim back in the spring, the Cuddle Blanket has become an indispensable part of my bedspread, adding some much-needed texture to my plain white sheets.