9 Best Linen Sheets of 2025, Tested and Reviewed by AD

When it comes to the ultimate in easygoing, chic bedding, you’ll want to reach for the best linen sheets. This fabric is an old faithful with great range, seen everywhere from Scandi-style beach houses to cozy, colorful city apartments, owing to their breathability and relaxed look. And while you may think linen is just for summer and waterfront locales—yes, the moisture-wicking fabric works beautifully for body temperature regulation—the light, long-lasting material has become increasingly popular year-round for sheets, duvets, and shams for any style or space.

As luxury linen has moved into the mainstream to become one of the softest bedding options, a major bonus is that a far more appealing range of price points and color options are now dominating the market. High-quality linen bedding can easily refine the look of your bedroom, and, as of late, we’re seeing it offered in on-trend color palettes (see Quince’s espresso brown set) and patterns, like cottagecore-inspired gingham from Piglet in Bed. If you’re more inclined to choose a solid color, you can venture away from a plain white sheet set with soothing muted tones or vibrant colors.

From the shockingly well-priced all the way to high-end heirloom-worthy selections (including stonewashed linen sheets) there’s something for every budget—so you won’t have to look too hard for eco-friendly, organic options when you’re shopping for your next set of sheets. Another plus? These sheets get softer from the first wash on (yes, it’s really true!). With Sleep Week 2025 around the corner—kicking off on March 10—we’ve rounded up several AD-approved sheets that are guaranteed to help you snooze in style. Ahead, browse the best linen sheets that deliver a lived-in luxury look.

Our Top Picks for the Best Linen Sheets:

Note: Prices reflect queen-size linen sheet sets unless otherwise noted.

Best Linen Sheets, Overall

Beloved bedding start-up Brooklinen added linen to its offerings not too long after launching (despite the name, the company previously traded in cotton only). And while linen is associated with breezy, warm summer nights, these work all year long. “When I got these I thought white linen sheets year-round might be a slightly bold move, since I don’t live my life on a Greek island,” says contributor Madeleine Luckel. “But the nature of the fiber is versatile and temperature regulating.” Their core sheet set, available in a variety of neutral shades, is made with Oeko-Tex-certified linen. In keeping with the company’s commitment to affordable luxury, their linen sheet sets start at $217.

Available in a whopping 35 neutral and vibrant shades and prints (including gingham and stripes), Quince’s garment-washed, midweight, 100% European flax sheets are available in options for nearly any bedroom design. They are also one of the more affordable options on our list at $170 for a queen-size set (and who doesn’t sleep better knowing they got a great deal?). Several of our editors have this sheet set, including senior commerce editor Nashia Baker. “While my bedroom style can vary, I’ve been inspired by a Mediterranean-meets-minimalist aesthetic these days—which is exactly why Quince’s linen bedding has been a mainstay on my mattress,” she says. “I love its airy nature along with the gorgeous Bordeaux color on my bed that complements the rest of my decor.”

With nearly every eccentric color under the sun, these French flax linen sheets from Bed Threads are a great fit for a maximalist bedroom. According to senior digital design editor Zoë Sessums, these sheets are just as high-quality as they are vibrant to accent your space. “A friend of mine has a range of sunset hues on his bed and frankly, I’m jealous (though it’s hard to go wrong with white linen sheets),” she says. “I found these to be sturdy, beautiful, and perfect for temperature control.”

Coyuchi’s chambray styles may result in a price shock: A queen-size set starts at $598. That said, their commitment to earth-friendly manufacturing is evidenced in their organic, GOTS, and Made Safe certifications and is worth the higher price. And not only are they well made, high-quality linens, they’re easy on the eyes and regularly featured in the likes of serene, island-inspired escapes, like this Martha’s Vineyard compound. “I love the color, which is what drew me to these sheets in the first place,” adds Sam Cochran, global features editor. “They’re the perfect brown—a tad auburn, ever so slightly timeworn in palette.”

UK-based Piglet In Bed’s linen sets are a cottagecore match made in heaven. We’re especially lusting over this gingham set for the winter season, but there are dozens of solid colors and patterns to peruse. Like many bedding options these days, you can fully customize your set, from flat sheet options to pillowcase closures, all made of French flax linen. The price is up there, but Sessums recently made the case for considering these sheets like you would an investment piece: “Though this sheet set is a bit steep in price, the quality is unmatched and I predict I’ll use these for as long as they’ll last (seemingly incredibly long!). You really get what you pay for, so I would say these are A+++ sheets.”

For those in search of a high-quality linen blend (that is, linen mixed with another fabric), Parachute’s sheet set is hard to beat. The muted tones available are perfect for those seeking a minimalist bedroom aesthetic that’s not boring. Baker enjoys the sheets she owns in the mauve-adjacent hue, but she’d recommend each soothing color offering available. What’s more, these sheets stand apart from the crowd with the added botanical fiber, Tencel, that gives them a supremely soft and smooth feel. “I feel warm and cozy every time I curl up in these bed sheets,” says Baker. “I worried at first that I’d overheat with these sheets, but they have an airiness to them that keeps me comfortable throughout the night.” What we love about Parachute, aside from the tried-and-true quality, is that you can pick from a full bedding bundle that includes a duvet cover with sheets and pillow shams starting at $660, or just a super luxe fitted sheet for $150 (plus every combo in between).

Parting words: This sheet set in particular is incredibly dependable after many months of use. “After several trips through the washer and dryer, I’ve been really impressed by their durability,” Baker adds. “I haven’t noticed any color fading or frayed threads.”

More AD-Approved Linen Sheets

Linoto takes linen very seriously. The company offers items across the decor spectrum, but the sheets are the real stars—they’re handmade in upstate New York with top-notch Italian and Belgian linen. Prewashed with nontoxic detergent, they arrive ready to be loved. Contributor Erika Owen was a fan of how cool they kept her and their good looks. “I also love the lived-in look they constantly have, thanks to the easy wrinkling,” she adds. Need deep pockets or European sizes? They got you covered there. If you’re looking for the best organic linen sheets, Linoto has an option for that too.

Like many sheets on this list, these are made of 100% Oeko-Tex-certified French linen. But unlike any of the other selections, “These sheets have what I can only describe as a granny panty level elastic that, once in place, isn’t going anywhere,” according to commerce director Rachel Fletcher. She not only loved the snug fit but was quite taken in by the gingham pattern. Not for the faint of heart, the Eve set is entirely customizable and comes in 42 different shades and patterns if gingham isn’t for you. The Australian brand is focused on customization and sustainability—they offer bedding in pretty much every material under the sun, including silk, velvet, and corduroy, and their cotton is GOTS certified.

Not only are we fans of the richly dyed linen bedsheets from The Citizenry—commerce editor Audrey Lee calls them “super soft and inviting” in our roundup of the best cooling sheets—they’ve also been featured in AD bedrooms, including that of influencer and content creator Tania Sarin’s layered, ‘70s-inspired home. These French linen sheets are handmade in Portugal in a fair trade, Oeko-Tex-certified facility. You can also mix and match different colors from the Citizenry’s palette for an eclectic and customizable bedding set.

How We Tested the Best Linen Sheets

There is one common question we get surrounding testing: Do we actually sleep on all the sheets we feature in our roundups? The answer is a unanimous yes. Instead of lab testing or giving sheets a quick once over in a store, our editors brought these linen sheets in their homes to launder them and sleep on them—just like our readers would—and kept an eye out for qualities like a relaxed look and feel. These real world-tested sets are selected based on a variety of price points and designs to fit any shopper’s needs. Linen fibers, which are derived from the flax plant, are naturally hypoallergenic, absorbent, and antibacterial, so we also looked for sheets without synthetic fibers to suit sleepers with sensitive skin.