At the risk of sounding like an insufferable person hearing a now-popular band playing on the radio at a Starbucks: I liked weighted blankets before they were cool. As a person with anxiety and sensory sensitivity, I find the added support of a heavy fabric both physically and emotionally comforting. Whether I’m falling asleep or just watching TV, being tucked in extra snuggly helps my body and mind relax.
However, as an early adopter of the weighted blanket, I can also fondly say that my first-ever weighted blanket was ... ugly. She (the blanket) served me well and did her job providing sensory support, yet she looked like something from a doctor’s office. She was clinical, sterile and rendered in a sad shade of gray with an awkward-fitting cover. She stood out from the rest of my boho-style bedroom decor, screaming “I’m basically a medical device!” whenever you looked at her.
As weighted blankets become more popular, I’m overjoyed to see them available in much cuter styles. These days, there are weighted blankets that don’t even look like weighted blankets — they just look like elegant throw blankets you’d get at a cool home decor store. It’s an item meant to make you feel cozy, so it’s only natural that it should be easy on the eyes, too.
If you’ve never used a weighted blanket and don’t know which weight to look for, the Sleep Foundation recommends using a throw that’s 5% to 12% of your body weight, noting that most people like a blanket around 10% of their weight.
To help you catch some z’s or feel super comfy on the couch while still looking stylish, we rounded up our favorite weighted blankets that just look like nice blankets.
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Promising review: "I'm so pleased with how helpful and cosy this is as a throw. I'm autistic, and have been looking for a long time for the right weight blanket for me and this definitely drew me in. It's a great weight for me and I find myself able to very deeply relax pretty quickly." — Courtney A.
Promising review: "I love it! It IS heavy, but I like it that way. SO soft. I take the best naps under this thing. I put it on and it really is like being hugged. Definitely calms me down when I am anxious. I am certain I am going to get many years of use out of this blanket" — Sandra F Schehl
Promising review: "Exactly what I was hoping for. The 18 lb. blanket wraps you in wonderfully weighted warmth. Super soft and so comfortable. The best part is that the outside removeable cover is washable. Cannot wait for cooler weather to snuggle under this one. FYI got this on sale so that was a HUGE bonus!!" — Momof3
Promising review: "Bought this for my other teen. He loves this blanket. It's so soft and velvety feel. He says it's great and sleeps better. Downside for him is it makes it hard to get up for school" — Josette L.
Promising review: "Im all wrapped up in this thang and I gotta say, I feel amazing. My body has been carrying so much tension lately and this blanket feels like it just swooped in and took it all away. You can really wrap yourself up like a burrito, it’s the perfect weight and aesthetic. Im in heaven." — Dani
Promising review: "I love how soft the faux fur is. I have never used a weighted blanket before but I love this. I think the 12lb feels perfect. It is so warm and soft and cozy. I cant wait to use this on those cold winter nights. I would definitely recommend this. This is my new favorite blanket." — BCool
Promising review: "Bought one for myself and a family member tried mine and wanted to keep it. So I bought one for them too. We all love it." — Paulette C
Promising review: "I bought this for my husband who has health issues that cause muscle spasms so we thought a weighted blanket might help. But, I didn't want him to overheat. This blanket is great! Air gets through but it is nice an heavy. He is sleeping a bit better. Thank you!" — Sarah W.
Promising review: "I absolutely love my chunky blanket..my sleep quality has improved immensely..and my dogs like it as well..thank you...great quality!" — Daniel S
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