Real talk- I don’t switch my bedding seasonally. Actually, even my mom who sometimes laughs and shakes her head at how often I want to change things up switches her bedding more than I do. Ok, and it’s no secret I can kind of get a “pass” in making some changes since it’s my job to always be creating and sharing new ideas, but my bedding? I discovered (what I call) the “power couple” combination several years ago that’s been my go-to ever since – the Pottery Barn Belgian Flax Linen Duvet Cover and Belgian Flax Linen Diamond Quilt. Like my favorite maxi dress, I can’t just have one. I actually have three of the quilts (in White, Natural, and Flagstone) and two of the duvet covers (both in white) I use year-round in two bedrooms.
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So, what’s so great about these two bedding staples?
- If you’ve never had linen bedding, you may not know how soft it is. Once you try it, you will never again want a poly-fill comforter.
- The weight is perfect. Somehow, the quilt is the perfect weight for summer and winter. It doesn’t even make sense when I type it that it keeps you warm and cool, but it does.
- When you want to get extra cozy in the winter or cooler weather months, the duvet cover (with a proper insert) feels like you’re cuddling a cloud.
- They are classics and you won’t tire of the look – and, they can go with just about any style.
- The more you wash them, the softer they get. Pulling the quilt out of my dryer is one of my favorite things.
- The quality is fantastic. I’ve never had a rip, tear, pull, run, or anything else that may make you cry.
- While Pottery Barn cycles through a lot of decor and discontinues a lot of pieces and patterns, these have been available for years.
- I get more emails from readers who ordered one/both of these with raving compliments than almost anything else in my home.
- They’re an investment that will last you for a long time (I’ve never gotten rid of any of my pieces) but they’re more affordable than a lot of linen retailers.
- You can constantly give your ensemble (or entire room) a whole new look with a few throw pillows/throws in any color or pattern. I may not switch my bedding often but throw pillows are a whole different ballgame 😉
GUEST BEDROOM – FEATURING THE BELGIAN FLAX LINEN DUVET COVER & DIAMOND QUILT IN WHITE
Speaking of which, I’ve had the white guest bedroom pretty “white”… well… forever. I was itching for a little change and thanks to my white bedding (both the Belgian Flax Linen Duvet Cover and Diamond Quilt), I literally removed a few throw pillows, and added a few in their place (along with a throw) that I picked up this past week during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. (I shared my favorites, along with my home pieces HERE). This is what my my guest bedroom most recently looked like…
And here it is today.
Because I’m always rotating throw pillows throughout every room of the house, I never feel guilty adding to my collection. And you guys know I have a lot- remember my throw pillow organization in my office closet HERE? And, each pillow I purchased can coordinate with tons of other colors and patterns I already have.
And just like I believe the PB Linen bedding is worth saving for and investing in, I think everyone needs one of these throws. I already had a cream one and just added this navy one to my arsenal- it is the softest movie-watching blanket ever, and, it’s on sale for $25 HERE.
*Update: Some of the pillows are currently out of stock. You can visit often as they are re-stocked/returned; I have caught them listed again several times.
Each of the new pillows already comes with down inserts, too, which is a big plus.
Here are a few other white bedroom looks I’ve shared over the past two years, all rockin’ the Belgian Flax Linen Duvet Cover and Diamond Quilt aka “The Power Couple”.
MASTER BEDROOM – FEATURING THE BELGIAN FLAX LINEN DUVET COVER & DIAMOND QUILT IN WHITE & FLAGSTONE
In the master bedroom – well, I just finished my makeover in November and this room has already seen more looks than I can count – all while keeping my linen bedding the exact same.
Striped Pillows // Ingrid Moss (Green Pattern) Pillow // Green Velvet PillowsÂ
1. Striped Pillows // 2. Indigo Print Pillow // 3. Indigo Velvet Pillow
Black & White Flock Pillows // Leopard Pillow // Wine Velvet Pillow // Black & Cream Striped Pillows
A FEW QUESTIONS
Q: Which one of the two is your absolute favorite?
A: If you’ve been thinking about new bedding and only go for one, make it the Belgian Flax Linen Diamond Quilt. Even if you don’t think you are a “quilt person” – trust me.
Q: I like the look of white but I have kids/dogs; what about stains?”
A: I have three dogs. They make messes and play outside. They even sleep in our bed. I’ve come to be pretty fearless when it comes to white (in most regards). Make sure you have OxiClean on hand but I bet it’s easier to maintain the white than you realize.Â
Q: What are your favorite sheets?
A: I had a set I loved that were discontinued. Then, I found THESE. They are hefty, soft, and again- have no tears/rips/pulls. If you are springing for the linen bedding, I would 100% make sure you love your sheets, too.
Q: What about the Ivory color?Â
A: I am usually all for ivory, however, I actually ordered the quilt in ivory once. Instead of being cream, it looked like Easter egg-yellow against my white walls. If you don’t want to do white and are looking for a soft neutral, the Natural color is a little darker but much better.
Q: Doesn’t linen wrinkle?
A: Yep. It does. But, 1. it will be a lot better if you take it out of the dryer immediately, and 2. linen looks good and lived in with a few light linen creases. Plus, it’s super easy to steam if you’re really adamant about making it smooth.
Have any other questions? Just ask. I have some more “involved” makeovers coming to the blog soon; if you aren’t already, be sure to subscribe to my emails below so you’ll be the first to know!
OTHER POSTS YOU MAY ENJOY
- How to Mix & Match Bedroom Furniture
- Guest Bedroom Essentials & Luxuries Your Guests will Thank You For
- Master Bedroom Makeover Reveal
ROOM SOURCES & DETAILS
MASTER BEDROOM
Paint: Simply White by Benjamin Moore
White Linen Duvet Cover & Euro Shams| Belgian Flax Linen Linen Quilt (in Flagstone) | King Linen Shams (in Flagstone) | 700 Thread Count Sheets | Bed | Nightstands | Dresser- Restoration Hardware (no longer available) | Oversized Chair (no longer available- SIMILAR) | Ottoman (no longer available- SIMILAR) | Side Table in Sitting Nook | Garden Stool | Bench | Bird Art Print 1 | Bird Art Print 2 | Moulding | Woven Shades (Bali White; Cordless) | Leaning Floor Mirror- HomeGoods (SIMILAR) | Chandelier | Bedside Lamps | Floor Lamp | White Sitting Room Lamp | Gray Rug in Sitting Nook (5×7) | Chunky Cream Wool Rug (8×10)| Sheepskin- Costco
GUEST BEDROOM
Paint: Alabaster by Sherwin Williams
Bed (Queen) | Belgian Linen Duvet Cover & Euro Shams – white | Belgian Linen Diamond Quilt (White) | Rug (5×8) | Mirrored Brass Tray | Bamboo Side Chair | Curtain Panels
: (98″ in White)Â | Lumbar Pillow in Chair | Lanterns | Â Lamps: HomeGoods (SIMILAR)Â |Â Bench: HomeGoods (SIMILAR)Â | Mirror: DIY Project | Night Stands: DIY Project | Fern Prints | Basket: HomeGoods | Frames: Michaels –Â (SIMILAR)Â
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July 24, 2018 at 7:09 pmI purchased both the linen diamond quilt and the 700 thread count sheets afte hearing you rave about them. We LOVE them both.
Kelley Nan says
July 27, 2018 at 1:02 pmLauren, YAY! I am so glad to hear that; thank you for sharing. Finding bedding that you love makes a world of difference!
Debra Pinck says
July 24, 2018 at 8:18 pmReally love all of your looks. Is this only suitable for summer since it’s linen? What do you change to for winter?
Kelley Nan says
July 27, 2018 at 1:04 pmHi, Debra! Nope – perfect year-round. Sometimes, I change my throw pillows to fur/velvet/wool/etc. and add a chunkier/heavier throw for winter. But the bedding itself has been perfect for every season.
Angela says
July 24, 2018 at 9:07 pmWondering if anyone knows how linen performs with cats (as in, their claws)? I’ve wanted to buy PB’s linen duvet but after my cats claws destroyed my PB pickstitch quilt (little threads pulled out everywhere), I’ve been nervous about buying linen.
Kelley Nan says
July 27, 2018 at 1:05 pmHi, Angela! Maybe others will weigh in. I can’t speak for cats (I know they have sharp claws!) but my youngest pup gets pretty sharp claws, too. She likes to try to dig and burrow and we’ve never had a run or pull. We had an issue with that when she would do it to a former sheet set we had; everything we use now has been totally Maggie-proof 😉
Leslie says
July 24, 2018 at 11:00 pmHi Kelly! Do you only buy pillows with removable covers and how do you store the inserts when you’re not using them? I have a closet full of pillows but most are not removable covers and are taking up too much space. I thought about those vacuum bags for storage but really like your hanging storage for your pillow covers so they can all be seen.
Kelley Nan says
July 27, 2018 at 1:10 pmHi, Leslie! I TRY to only get ones with removable covers now. My insert situation was out of hand before (haha) and I will only buy a polyfill pillow if the insert CAN be removed. I have two collapsible bins with different sizes shoved inside (the rest are in-use) that you can see in this post- https://kelleynan.com/gift-wrap-organization-closet-throw-pillow-storage-solutions/ The few I have that don’t have covers are stacked on the top shelf but if I had a lot, I would have to come up with a different solution. Vacuum bags are a great idea (even hanging vacuum bags)
Melissa says
September 18, 2018 at 5:34 pmHi Kelley,
Do you have any 22″ and 26″ inserts that you’ve found that you like more than others? I like to be able to chop my pillows. Also, I’ve tried to use steamers horizontally, but haven’t had any luck. Is there one that you’ve found that works well for you?
Really love all of your posts! Your decor is so beautiful and your food/entertaining ideas are so fun — all while still being practical, which is perfect for me.:)
Kelley Nan says
September 21, 2018 at 12:25 pmMelissa, I love these: https://rstyle.me/n/c5vvmrb5rpf And I struggle with that too and have to kind of “lift” what I am working on. If you find one you love, I’d love to hear about it! And thank you SO MUCH for saying that. That is what I aim for since that is our lifestyle. Wishing you a wonderful weekend! xoxo
Marissa says
July 25, 2018 at 9:36 amLove all of the bedrooms! I’ve always crushed on all-white, but there’s just something fun about big pops of color. I like it’s wnergy and vibrancy. You nailed it again! ??
Kelley Nan says
July 27, 2018 at 1:10 pmMarissa, agreed! No regrets in keeping most of my surroundings neutral- it makes it so easy to add a color pop when you want it!
Cynthia says
July 25, 2018 at 8:59 pmHow do you maintain your beddings so white? How often do you wash them and what detergent do you use?
Thanks
As always you nailed it ??
Alexis Beam says
July 25, 2018 at 9:02 pmWhat do you put in the linen duvet cover during the summer?? I bought a down alternative but it is still very hot for me , I’m a hot sleeper! Help!
Angie says
July 27, 2018 at 10:36 amThank you for sharing your amazing style and tips with us! Most of us would have to pay thousands to an interior decorator for such advice. Love everything about your site.
Kelley Nan says
July 27, 2018 at 1:11 pmAngie, that is so generous of you to say; THANK YOU! I truly appreciate you taking the time to say something so kind- it’s people like you that motivate me and make me excited. Wishing you a wonderful weekend. xoxo
Farrah says
August 8, 2018 at 12:15 pmHi Kelley – love your window treatments. Are your blinds lined or does light come through?
Kelly says
February 9, 2019 at 4:40 pmDo you find the pottery barn quilt or coverlet extends fully over the sides of the mattress, specifically for a king bed? I have a PB king duvet and king size blanket and it’s very short on the sides.