West Elm’s organic cotton percale sheet sets are sustainably-sourced and feel soft against your skin, offering comfort with each set comprising of a flat sheet, fitted sheet, and two pillowcases.
Percale weave fabric allows air circulation and keeps you cool in summer, yet is thick enough to offer warmth during winter months.
GOTS Certification
If you’re shopping for organic cotton sheets, look for ones certified by the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS). This certification assures that they were created using only organically-grown and processed cotton, free from chemicals and pesticides – making their label easily recognizable with its green check mark and words “GOTS Certified.”
West Elm offers another excellent organic percale sheet set made with 200 thread count organic cotton that feels soft against your skin, is breathable and becomes even softer after its first wash cycle. However, this set may not be as thick as other organic cotton options we tested and pillowcase sizes may be slightly too small.
If you prefer something silkier, Coyuchi offers this organic sateen sheet set made with 100 percent GOTS-certified organic cotton that meets Fair Trade and MADE SAFE standards – making this luxurious bed linen lightweight yet still cool and comfy; plus its crinkled design will likely hide any stains or wrinkles well!
Pottery Barn Teen offers several GOTS-certified organic cotton percale sheet sets, such as this Lilly Pulitzer In the Swing of Things Sheet Set with its vibrant palm tree print to complement their Slathouse Soiree Patchwork Quilt.
Made Trade is an eco-friendly retailer that supports fair-trade practices and fair production methods, featuring products from brands like Sijo, Coyuchi and Area Home. In addition to sourcing their materials responsibly and offering certificates of origin for each item they sell.
Lands’ End Organic Washed Cotton Percale Sheet Set earned high marks, as did Pact Organic Washed Cotton Percale Sheet Set. Both sets were certified GOTS and STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX for softness and durability, using premium American-grown Supima cotton. In our testing, Lands’ End was the top performer, scoring perfect marks in softness and durability – including elastic hems with deep pockets to fit mattress perfectly – while Pact’s sheets came close behind with both certifications from both organizations.
Fair Trade Certification
West Elm has earned itself an esteemed reputation for offering modern furniture, accessories and bedding at reasonable prices, while also being known for their commitment to sustainability and social responsibility. West Elm’s organic cotton percale sheets meet both Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) and Fair Trade Certification – guaranteeing fair treatment to artisans as each sheet is produced under proper conditions. These eco-friendly, ethically made sheets come complete with flat, fitted and pillowcase sets to complete their set!
Selecting the ideal sheets for your bed is key to experiencing maximum comfort during sleep. Ideal sheets should feel cool against your skin, breathe freely and remain soft after laundering, as well as consider thickness of fabric and weave patterns. Certified organic sheets (with higher thread counts and strict environmental/labor standards compliance) offer additional assurance.
GOTS certification for organic sheets is an invaluable way to guarantee their sustainability. This process involves verifying that their raw materials are organic and not genetically modified, and scrutinizing manufacturing processes in order to detect chemicals use. Furthermore, restrictions are placed upon dyes used as well as heavy metal free requirements being adhered to during their creation process.
Prioritize Oeko-Tex certification when shopping organic cotton percale sheet sets from West Elm; this textile standard tests for more than 100 chemicals that could harm you or the environment, and has high thread count sheets with this label and certification that are both breathable and soft after washing.
These pre-washed linen sheets have been pre-washed for a lived-in feel, and are unbelievably soft. Crafted with organic cotton that features long staple fibers that are more durable and soft than shorter fibers. Ideal for those who wish to switch from cotton, but don’t want to spend too much money.
Pact’s GOTS-certified organic cotton percale sheets appear to be well made, featuring extra fabric over reinforced seams for reinforcement and no loose threads after washing. Although these sheets did shrink some after being machine washed, their original crinkle pattern remains undisturbed without loose threads and no noticeable wear and tear was noted after dry-cleaning. Furthermore, they were produced at a Fair Trade Certified facility which ensures workers who produced these sheets were treated fairly and earned a living wage during production.
Eco-Friendly
West Elm offers organic cotton sheets at an attractive price point, and are certified GOTS and Fair Trade, providing sustainable alternatives. Their bedding can easily be washed to maintain softness as well.
Organic fabric differs from its conventional cotton counterpart in that it is grown without pesticides or artificial fertilizers, free from toxic dyes, and therefore better for sleep quality. Furthermore, it is hypoallergenic so will not trigger allergic reactions in those with sensitive skin.
These sheets are made from high-quality organic percale cotton fabric with a smooth matte finish for added softness and cooling comfort. Available in twin, full, queen and king sizes with flat sheet, fitted sheet and two pillowcases included – including straps to hold it firmly against your mattress – these monogrammed sets can even be personalized!
Lands’ End European flax linen sheet set is another great eco-friendly sheet option we tested (View Price on Sleep and Beyond), although slightly more costly. They feature soft and durable American Supima cotton that’s been certified extra long-staple; additionally they are Fair Trade Certified(tm), an industry leader for sound eco-friendly practices; they aim to utilize only GOTS organic cotton bedding by 2020!
These sheets feature the crinkle effect that looks and feels similar to a pre-washed baby blanket, yet are incredibly soft against your skin. Breathable yet cool to touch even when heated up, they’re also GOTS certified organic cotton grown and processed using less chemicals and pesticides – perfect for you if you like being green!
If you’re shopping for organic cotton sheets, be sure to read the label to determine whether it has been certified by either GOTS or the Organic Trade Association (OTA). OTS certification is one of the most widespread textile standards certifications; having OTS-certified sheets guarantees that their product meets stringent environmental sustainability requirements.
Handcrafted
West Elm offers an eco-friendly sheet set selection, made of organic cotton percale that’s soft to the touch, yet breathable, offering cooling comfort on hot nights. Their sheets are GOTS certified – meaning no harmful chemicals or pesticides were used – as well as sustainable production at LEED factories, which reduce carbon dioxide emissions while saving energy consumption. Available in an assortment of colors for years of enjoyment, West Elm makes their sheets easy to care for with a 30-day trial period and full refund option if not satisfied.
Alterra Pure Organic Cotton Percale Sheet Set provides high-quality organic bedding at an attractive price point. Made of certified GOTS organically grown cotton, these sheets feature percale weave and long staple cotton fibers to increase breathability – ideal for warm sleepers. Furthermore, production facilities follow stringent sustainability criteria in weaving their organic fabric – something many other sheets lack and which also help prevent pilling and shrinkage which is common with many sheets.
These sheets were among the highest-rated options in PEOPLE’s sheet tests, scoring perfectly across our criteria and looking great straight out of the package. Soft to the touch without loose threads or other defects, they performed exceptionally well during washing without noticeable shrinkage or fading – and are even OEKO-TEX certified with organic cotton that was both GOTS and Fair Trade Certified!
Pottery Barn’s Grand Organic Percale Sheets are another fantastic organic bedding option, boasting an luxurious 400 thread count and featuring embroideries reminiscent of those seen at five-star hotels. Furthermore, these sheets have both GOTS and Fair Trade certification, which guarantees their cotton was harvested under fair conditions without child labor being employed during production. Each set includes flat sheets, fitted sheets and pillowcases and can even include personalized monograms at no additional charge!
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