THE NATURAL REFUGE
COZY IS CALLING

Story by Mark Welsh / Photography by David Chow

Cocoon or bubble, nest or hideaway, the bedroom has always been a source of serenity and comfort. If ever a room needed – and deserved – an additional layer of coziness in today’s world, it’s the bedroom. Dial up the warm, cozy factor by mixing soft, tactile textures with materials that look good and help keep you healthy too. Simple things like pre-washed linen pillows (that are Oeko-Tex and GOTS certified), and meaningful things like rugged yet lusciously soft throws that are hand-crafted from upcycled and recycled wool.

And don’t forget to add flowers by the bed. Independent studies prove that even a single flower can help naturally reduce stress and moderate your mood. Your bedroom is calling. Take our tips to making it a natural refuge.

PICK LINEN WITH FRINGE BENEFITS

Artfully woven in Europe and pre-washed for softness, this organic linen pillow is certified both Oeko-Tex Standard 100 and GOTS. This means it’s free of pesticides and toxic chemicals and therefore better for the environment and your health.

Discover more about what these certifications mean in our Glossary.

WAKE UP ON THE BRIGHT SIDE

Whether fresh or dried, beautiful blooms are proven to help energize your mood and uplift your spirits. Pick a single specimen (like the dried yarrow featured here) and arrange in a charmingly off-center, recycled glass bud vase next to your bed.

WRAP AND THROW

Rugged yet refined, these new Blacksaw throws are made from factory off-cuts that would have otherwise ended up in a landfill.

Instead, the fibers are shredded and spun into recycled yarn, and then woven into a cozy, soft, generously-sized throw you'll never want to take off.