Quince bedding review: My honest thoughts as a home editor

Cotton percale sheets are known for their breathability, and these Quince sheets are no exception. They're made from 100% long-staple cotton that feels incredibly cool and crisp.

What we liked: Though it's lightweight, the fabric doesn't feel flimsy or too thin. For $100, you can't beat the quality. We found this set to be even more comfortable than an almost-identical Brookinen set (both 270 thread count and made in India from long-staple cotton). 

Notably, you can purchase this Quince sheet set either with or without a top sheet, which is a bonus for those who prefer to go straight to a duvet and are usually left with extra sheets they won't use. It also knocks the price down to just $70.

What we would change: We did notice some sloppy stitching at the corners of the sheets, but it did not get worse with washing. We also wish you could order these percale sheets in a few brighter colors (they come in seven neutrals). 

We should also point out that these sheets are labeled Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)-certified — meaning they meet strict guidelines for growing practices and production methods — but Quince doesn't appear in the GOTS supplier directory. We're confirming this info and will update this story once we have an answer.

The brand says it uses a "dual-sided brushing process" on its Brushed Cotton percale sheets and duvet, and though we don't totally understand what that means, the result is very cozy!

What we liked: The Brushed Cotton collection (you can also get sheet sets) comes in nine lovely colors, including some earth tones that are a little less expected than the traditional neutrals. The feel of the fabric is what really makes these stand out, though: It's appealingly lived in, almost like a beloved tee. The duvet feels soft and substantial — and it gets softer over time. 

Long, sturdy ties in each corner make it easy to secure the duvet cover to an insert, as do the buttons on the bottom. They're spaced 7 inches apart, close enough to look tidy but not so close that it takes forever to make the bed.

What we would change: We noticed lots of loose threads on this duvet cover, especially after it went through a wash-and-dry cycle. Also, the peached texture makes it look slightly fuzzy, like it's gotten a lot of wear. That might not appeal to everyone.

It's hard to come by a queen-size set of linen sheets for less than $200, and this cracks the threshold, making these a real win for linen lovers. 

What we liked: Made from European-grown flax (considered some of the highest quality flax around), these pre-washed sheets feel smooth and substantial. They drape nicely, and though they have linen's signature rumpled look, they don't get excessively wrinkled in the wash. The seams are neat, but we noticed a few small pulls in the stitching of the top sheet and fitted sheet. 

They fit easily over a mattress and were very large (for reference, Quince's queen flat sheet measures 108 inches by 100 inches, whereas our top pick from Bokser Home measures 104 inches by 94 inches). They also beat out a lot of the competition when it came to our moisture-wicking test, which you can read more about further down in this story.

What we would change: The fabric is a bit thin, and it's also not particularly cool to the touch. These sheets did seem to hold on to body heat more than other linen we tried.

If you're a hot sleeper, you've probably looked into "bamboo" or similar viscose sheets because they're known to be cool to the touch and breathable. Quince's version hits both notes for a decent price, though we were less impressed with this sheet set than the brand's other bedding.

What we liked: The color on these sheets is striking — choose one of the deeper shades (they come in 15), and they'll definitely make a statement! As you'd expect with a viscose sheet, they also feel very cool to the touch, and they dry quickly. Their silky quality is probably not for everyone, but if that's something you like, you'll likely enjoy these sheets, as they only get more so with time.

What we would change: These sheets didn't hold up especially well in the wash. They developed wrinkles that were so deep, they looked permanent, as if the fabric had shriveled like a raisin. We also noticed they picked up a lot of lint.

Size-wise, they're a bit snug: We struggled to get the fitted sheet over a standard king mattress (though we appreciated the tags that noted the top and bottom), and the flat sheet wasn't wide enough to tuck under the mattress.

Quince's jersey sheets remind us of a traditional cotton tee with a cool-to-the-touch quality that's unique for this kind of material.

What we liked: Quince's sheets felt slightly softer than the other jersey sheets we tried — plus they were stretchier, which made it easy to smooth out the light wrinkles that resulted from shipping. The color stayed saturated post-washing and drying, and there was very minimal shrinkage. Getting the fitted sheet's 16-inch-deep pockets onto a mattress was a breeze, and the sheet didn't budge during sleeping. These sheets also absorbed water quickly (and it spread farther than on similar options), making them a smart pick for hot sleepers who like the softness of jersey bedding.

What we would change: Only four colors are available, with no patterned options. The stitching around the sides and bottom of the top sheet is also very close to the edge, though we didn't notice any signs of loose threads or unraveling.

Silk pillowcases help reduce friction on your face and hair, which can lead to less creased skin and smoother hair. Quince's version? A solid buy at $45.

What we liked: There's no doubting this pillowcase is made from silk — it felt incredibly smooth and soft. It comes in 18 colors, so it's easy to find something that complements your existing bedding. We appreciated how the zipper enclosure kept the pillow from slipping, a frequent annoyance with this kind of bedding.

Mulberry silk is generally of a higher caliber than regular silk and of significantly better quality than synthetic satin or silky materials sold for much less. Quince's pillowcase has a momme (a unit of weight that can help you gauge silk's quality) of 22, meaning it's fairly dense and heavy. To compare, Blissy's popular silk pillowcase is also 22 momme, but retails for $59.

What we would change: This pillowcase came with significant creases, and it was difficult to get them to smooth out after washing and drying. Quince also recommends you line-dry this piece; while this is typical for silk, some other companies say you can machine-dry their pillowcases.