7 Sleep Hygiene Tips for Cool Summer Sleep with SOCL Sleep Dohars.
Stay Cool and Chic This Summer
As summer 2025 is approaching the UK, sleeping soundly in your London flat can feel like a challenge. Hot, humid nights disrupt rest, with one in three Brits facing poor sleep (NHS, 2024). The answer? Sleep hygiene tips paired with summer bedding UK like Shades of Cool London’s Dohar blankets. Our Elegant Cotton Dohar blankets, including the Tulips with Black and White Stripey Edging, are your key to cool, stylish slumber.
Crafted from three layers of breathable MulMul cotton, our cooling Sleep Dohars help you maintain the ideal 18°C, perfect for hot sleepers. Hypoallergenic and showcasing neutral tones, they blend minimalist elegance with modern Western home aesthetics.
Even Lisa Armstrong, Fashion Director of The Telegraph, agrees:
“Shades of Cool London Sleep Dohars are my best discoveries this summer (2024)— I have been sleeping much better.”
Ready to sleep cooler this summer? Here are seven expert sleep hygiene tips to refresh your nights with our neutral summer bedding.
7 Sleep Hygiene Tips for Cool Summer Sleep with SOCL Sleep Dohars
Hot nights and pollen surges make cool summer bedding a must for restful sleep. Heavy duvets trap heat, and synthetic linens irritate the skin, but our artisan made Sleep Dohars are the summer bedding we need, as they are lightweight, breathable, and hypoallergenic. Their calming monochrome designs bring a modern, peaceful atmosphere to Western homes, from city lofts to countryside retreats. Let’s dive into how these cooling Dohar blankets can transform your summer sleep.
1. Keep Your Bedroom Cool (18°C Is Ideal)
Early Summer heatwaves push bedroom temperatures well above the ideal 18°C for restful sleep. Swap your heavy winter bedding for a Sleep Dohar now. Its breathable MulMul cotton naturally wicks moisture away, ideal for hot sleepers and menopausal women alike. “My Sleep Dohar is a summer game-changer!” shares a happy customer.
Tip: Pair leaving a window ajar to create a gentle cross-breeze.
2. Choose Hypoallergenic Bedding for Pollen Season
Summer’s pollen surge can worsen allergies and disturb sleep. Our hypoallergenic bedding is made from pure cotton, gentle on sensitive skin and perfect for allergy sufferers. Its chic monochrome design also brings timeless style to your bedroom.
Tip: Wash your Dohar every week at 30°C to keep pollen at bay, preferably dry it on a washing line outdoors.
3. Stick to a Soothing Bedtime Routine
A calming bedtime ritual signals your body it’s time to wind down, even during balmy nights. UK sleep experts Dr. Rangan Chatterjee (Feel Better, Live More), Dr. Sophie Bostock (Sleep Scientist), and Professor Colin Espie (Sleepio) recommend relaxation to boost melatonin naturally. Try 10 minutes of gratitude journaling, meditation, or visualisation while cocooned in our lightweight Sleep Dohar.
Tip: Sip iced chamomile tea to deepen relaxation.
4. Limit Screen Time for Cooler Nights
Blue light from devices delays melatonin release and disrupts sleep—especially during late summer sunsets. Switch off screens 30 minutes before bed and curl up with a good book instead. Snuggling under a breathable Sleep Dohar ensures you stay cool and sweat-free all night.
Tip: Invest in blackout curtains to block evening light and set the mood for sleep.
5. Create a Minimalist Summer Sleep Sanctuary
Clutter traps heat and overstimulates your mind. Embrace minimalism for a breezier sleep space. A monochrome Sleep Dohar blanket adds sleek, modern elegance without overwhelming your room.
Tip: Add a single potted plant or a linen curtain to complete your serene setup.
6. Use Natural Fabrics for Summer Comfort
Synthetic fabrics trap heat and moisture, but natural fibers like MulMul cotton breathe beautifully. Our summer bedding UK Dohars, handcrafted from eco-friendly MulMul, are ultra-light, soft, and sustainable. Their subtle monochrome designs fit effortlessly into minimalist and Scandinavian-inspired homes.
Tip: Pair your Dohar with one of our handmade Quilts for maximum airflow and comfort.
7. Sleep Naked and Leave Your Bed Unmade
It might sound unconventional, but sleeping naked could actually help you live longer. Studies suggest that regulating your body temperature naturally during sleep — by shedding heavy layers — supports deeper, more restorative rest, and may even improve overall health and longevity. Plus, going without pyjamas feels wonderfully freeing on warm nights!
Another tip: don’t rush to make your bed in the morning. Leaving your bed to air out helps reduce moisture trapped between your sheets, creating a less hospitable environment for dust mites and other unwelcome bed companions. A few hours of natural airing keeps your sleep space fresher and healthier.
Pair your relaxed sleep routine with a cooling Dohar blanket like our Tulips design — light, breathable, and just enough cover for balmy summer nights. “My Dohar is summer perfection,” shares a customer — and it’s the perfect companion to a simpler, healthier sleep ritual.
Designed for hot UK nights, our artisan summer Dohar bedding is breathable, cooling, and hypoallergenic—ideal for allergy sufferers, menopausal women, and anyone struggling with overheated nights.
Ready to experience it yourself? Shop our full Dohar collection and enjoy 10% off your first order with code WELCOME10.
Sleep Cool, London Style
With these sleep hygiene tips and a Shades of Cool London Dohar, your summer nights can be effortlessly restful and stylish. From cooling your bedroom to curating a minimalist sanctuary, our neutral summer bedding is designed to make hot weather sleep a dream.
Explore our artisan-crafted Dohars today and join the London style set loving the monochrome summer sleep revolution.
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