Chattanooga has been unseasonably warm almost the entire month of June. Our weather has felt much more like August, with temps hanging out in the mid to upper 90s and the humidity levels sky high. One of the things I have loved about living here is that compared to most of the South, our temps are fairly mild, rarely getting quite as hot or as humid. Well, this summer that just hasn’t been true, and I’ve had to dress like I live in Florida. Rude.

If you are experiencing a heat wave, you might also be re-thinking your bedding situation. Tim and I typically use a down comforter, and that has simply had to go this month. We struggled for a bit to find what worked: a sheet alone was too cold and the throw blankets we had were a bit too small to keep us both covered (I confess…I’m a blanket snatcher!).

But now we’ve found something that is working. Linenspa sent over a bed in a bag kit which contained a down alternative comforter. Friends this is the way to go in the summer if you are like us and typically like a down comforter. Here’s why it works best.

1. Lightweight. In the summer, you need more than a sheet and less than a big, fluffy comforter. The down alternative comforter from Linenspa hits that middle ground beautifully, offering coverage but not overheating you.
2. Washable. Unlike down comforters, down alternative can usually be machine washed without incident. Love this! My girls are known for dragging comforters off beds to create play spaces or impromptu picnics, and that means that our comforters often are in need of a wash.
3. Allergies. If you are suffering from allergies throughout the summer (that’s me!) then don’t let what you are sleeping on contribute to the problem. This down alternative bedding is hypoallergenic, which means it is the perfect choice for the allergy sufferer.
4. Super soft. The entire bedding ensemble in this kit is microfiber, which is breathable and super soft. I want my bed to be extra comfy, especially in the summer when I may have spent some portion of the day feeling uncomfortably warm.
5. Summer visitors? No problem. I love this bed-in-a-bag set because it’s just great to keep in your linen closet for any summer visitors who might be headed your way. The set has the comforter, the sheets and the pillows and pillowcases all ready to go. No more having to dig around and assemble a mismatched mess for company. When it’s time to store it away again, you’ll appreciate that a down alternative comforter won’t take up as much room as a traditional down comforter would.

Make the switch if you are uncomfortable at night, friends! Right now you can save an additional 35% off the price (the bed in a bag set is already on sale!) by using coupon code STUFF35. Happy shopping!