New year, new bedding? Yes, please — and one of Britain’s premier textile houses is promising double the mileage this year. In its 2026 trends forecast, Christy predicted 'reversible versatility' will take over our bedrooms as the year unfolds. Think double-sided blankets and reversible bedding; it's two looks for the price of one.
Now, if I'm being honest, that's where reversible bedding's reputation has long been stuck: it's cost-effective and practical, but not particularly stylish. But when a brand with a history like Christy's spotlights a bedding trend, it's worth paying attention. And after doing a little digging for myself, I can confirm: it's on the money.
Along with a shift towards more considered consumption, the trend "reflects a move towards more relaxed, personal interiors where bedding isn’t overly 'matched' but layered and expressive," explains Christy's head of product, Claire Hester. Where pattern clashing once raised eyebrows, it now signals a strong eye for design, and reversible bedding does most of the hard work for you. Take these sets, for example.
Christy's Ditsy Gingham duvet cover design captures the shift perfectly. One side showcases a classic gingham in a crisp blue and white, but flip it over, and you’ll find a hand-painted design inspired by the natural forms of a winter forest. It's also available in a pink colorway. If you're worried decorating with floral patterns won't feel contemporary, style the gingham side up, leaving just a pop of the delicate floral.
Piglet in Bed’s reversible designs have a habit of selling out quickly, but you can still get your hands on this cool reversible check design. There's a large grid on one side with a tighter check on the reverse, all rendered in breathable 100% brushed cotton that’s pre-washed for extra softness. As with all Piglet in Bed duvet covers, expect corozo buttons and inside corner ties to keep the duvet neatly in place.
Chocolate brown and baby blue were a trending combination last year, and this two-tone quilt from Bed Threads does all the heavy-lifting for you. It's perfect for the layering season and comes in a range of color-blocked hues. With a soft linen shell and bamboo fill that offers natural insulation, drape it over your winter duvet to keep toes toasty warm, or use it as a lightweight duvet come summer.
So, how do you make reversible bedding feel elevated and not visually overwhelming? "Strong reversible designs are rooted in careful color pairing," explains Claire. "The two sides should feel harmonious and connected, often with one being more decorative and the other calmer." Think florals offset with stripes, gingham counteracting thistles, and oversized blooms complemented by more delicate repeats.
Piglet in Bed, another popular UK-based bedding brand, shares the sentiment, having also launched reversible bedding in 2025. "It felt like a natural extension of our mix-and-match approach," says founder Jessica Hanley.
When it comes to styling, it's easy for reversible bedding to look like it belongs in a kids' bedroom, warns Jessica. "But what we’re doing is a grown-up, elevated take," she says. "Think checks and stripes, or cleverly paired patterns that make mixing and matching super easy."
In these newly elevated forms, reversible bedding "allows the bed to feel refreshed and re-styled with minimal effort," Claire says. "A simple turn-back of the duvet is one of the easiest ways to showcase the reverse side and add depth to the bed." But styling doesn’t end at the sheets. "Layering is also key, pairing reversible bedding with textured throws, quilts, or coordinating cushions helps create a curated, considered look," adds Claire.
"Choosing the right colors and patterns is also key to making reversible bedding feel elevated," adds Jessica. "We typically pair two similar, but distinct, patterns — a small-scale check paired with an oversized version, or stripes in inverted tones. Matching similar tones makes sure both sides feel cohesive, even if the designs themselves are quite different."
Ready to try your hand at the reversible bedding trend? Here are some of my favorite designs to shop.
If bedding could be extroverted, it would look a little something like this. Harlequin checks on one side, and pin stripes on the other, this 100% cotton pink and emerald bedding set by TBCo is complete with thick ruffled edges. Pair with matching pillowcases for the full impact, or tone it down by picking out one shade or the other.
This Laura Ashley reversible bedding set nails the look, leaning into the romance of the British countryside. Wild poppies and delphiniums are scattered across one side in a loose arrangement, but peel back the corner to reveal bold blue stripes on the reverse. It feels instantly nostalgic, reminiscent of deckchairs on seaside holidays.
Fresh green stripes on one side, a pretty floral pattern in complementary colors on the reverse, this washed cotton duvet cover taps into the reversible bedding trend in a way that still feels effortlessly modern. It'll help you create a layered bed without having to do a thing. You can also buy matching pillowcases.
Designed by William Morris himself in 1883 as a furnishing fabric, here, his beautiful Rose print features repeating tulips, rose heads, and birds, and is drenched in verdant greens and warm clay tones. Turn it over to reveal the artist’s simpler, now-signature Willow Bough design in a soothing brick pink shade.
If you’re not totally sold on pattern clashing, I love this grounding take on reversible bedding, which champions color blocking. A rich peacock blue is balanced by a celadon reverse. Made with pre-washed linen with an added fringe finish, it's a refined yet tactile bedspread that’s bang on trend. For something more neutral, I also love the Rosewood/Natural colourway.
Not ready to commit to the whole bed? Why not opt for a reversible throw blanket like this one from La Redoute, inspired by traditional tapestries and featuring Jacquard weave on both sides in reverse colorways. Style it over white bedding, and you can create a completely different feel by simply flipping it over.
Looking for something a little more pared-back and classic for your bedding? You might like the piped bedding trend instead, for that luxe hotel-inspired vibe.