This always popular post has been updated for 2023.
Walking the line of playful sophistication, Mosey Me bedding has an emphasis on print and colour. The brand takes its inspiration from βstyle, mood and female connection,β and its hand-painted prints are designed in its Melbourne studio. Mosey Me is committed to responsible manufacturing and partners with artisans in Portugal and India who create its wares with quality natural materials and a strong emphasis on ethical trade.
All of the Mosey Me collections are created in small production runs to avoid wastage and maintain print exclusivity for customers. Once they run out, they don’t reproduce!
Good Studios was founded in 2012 by art director and stylist Bing Rowland. It began as a small hemp clothing label but eventually Bing teamed up with her mother Kate to grow the made-to-order bedding arm of the business. The brand prides itself on zero waste and sells sets that include a fitted sheet, quilt cover and two pillow cases.
Previously known as Linen & Moore, L&M Home was founded in 2000 and its bedding range has a focus on natural materials rich in texture and character. More of a forever purchase, the linen becomes softer with time and use, as does the soft hand-loomed cotton. And while the range features plenty of trend-based colours, itβs the classic stripes and textured pieces that are perfect for that chic, timeless aesthetic.
We just love Rachel Castle’s fun but sophisticated linen range, mastering mix and match and making bright colour acceptably grown up. You’re probably familiar with her spotty sheets, velvet penny round cushions and limited edition screen printed tea towels, which get snapped up and framed as affordable art. Castle’s all about pops of colour and a bit of whimsy.
On the website you’ll also find beach towels, bags, sweatshirts, Rachel’s original artwork and prints and more. I have countless grey linen doona covers and my castle one is my fave. So much so I have now actually worn it out from years of washing and use!
Carlotta + Gee is a sustainable Australian linen brand offering 100 per cent French linen bedding and homewares in a wide range of warm, earthy tones. Originally from Barcelona, Carlotta comes from a family with a long history in the interior design and textiles worlds and together with her business partner Georgie (who handles the brandβs communications and PR), she is linen obsessed. The timeless range has everything from stripes to gingham, plains and florals in a glorious array of colours.
LinenMe onlyΒ manufacture bed linen from 100% European stonewashed linen whichΒ is strong and supple, getting better with each use and wash. They say investing in a top quality European linen product is an investment in longevity. Their range of colours (especially for the stripe lovers!) is huge and as well as sheets, covers and pillowcases, they also sell table linen, throws, cushions, robes and much more!
Made from 100 per cent GOTS certified organic cotton, Roomie was founded in Sydney with the belief that you shouldnβt have to choose between aesthetics and ethics when adorning your bed.
The colourful range features deep pillow slips, fitted sheets with thick banded elastic and ties in the inner corner of the doona covers so they stay in place. We like the brand’s fabulous range of colours and its super handy ‘bed bundles’ which make putting a look together a breeze.
Launched in 2013, I Love Linen started as just bed linen and has expanded to include table linen, homewares, towels and more. When it comes to your bedroom textiles, you’ll find pure cotton and linen, organic bamboo, cushions, mattress toppers and more. Whether you’re after on-trend crumpled plain linen or crisp, white, hotel style sheets, it’s a great one-stop-shop! We love the mix of plains and patterns and layering extras like valances and pillowcases too – all great quality and at very reasonable prices.
The brand’s ‘3D Bundle Curator’ tool is a great feature of the site; you can build an entire bedroom look from the fitted sheet to the quilt cover and more. The tool gives you a visual which shows exactly how the selection will look on your bed.
Launched in Melbourne in 2012, Kip&Co was founded by sisters Kate Heppell and Hayley Pannekoecke and best buddy Alex McCabe. Their bold designs and trademark giant tassel throws have become cult bestsellers and they do a great limited edition collaboration too! Collection after collection, year after year, we love this brand more and more.
What started as a bright, colourful bedding brand, quickly expanded into a vibrant lifestyle brand, as the girls brought their fun and stylish aesthetic to products for every corner of the home, and every member of the family.Β Now with a global following, Kip&Co continues to be inspired by the girls’ simple passion for interiors that are full of joy, laughter and the colour of life.
While it’s not always the first brand to come to mind when you’re on the lookout for new bed linen, Country Road is a consistent performer in the space. Made from quality materials the range includes sheets, quilt covers, pillowcases and throws. Consistent with the brand’s iconic, classic aesthetic, the range emphases materials such as cotton and linen and its designs are timeless and versatile without being dull. Think checkers, gingham and textured plains. We love!
Aura Home is now a very established brand, sold online as well as in the likes of Myer.Β Founded in 2000 by Tracie Ellis, and inspired by years of global meandering, they design everything in Melbourne, and while we seen many trends come and go, they believeΒ it’s their forward-looking approach that sets them apart. They’ve evolved from muted, earthy tones to extravagant colour, and then to subtle pastels. We think they have just the right amount of pattern and texture these days!
They’ve expanded to sell things such as rugs, ceramics, towels and more, and now have a beautiful concept store in Malvern too. I’m a fan of their ticking stripes and tie-closure Maison quilt covers.
Another great small Aussie linen brand for high quality, classic, muted linen. They believe in products that last, great customer service and only use European flax linen. FounderΒ Nicolle Sullivan believes using beautiful things in our everyday life can make us feel happier. Agreed! They also sell table linen, throws, cushions, robes and more. Shipping is free on every order and the brand offers free returns too.
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Just another plain linen brand? Maybe! But In the Sac gets top marks for branding, packaging and colour choices. Great quality, great colours (and lovely stripes) and free shipping worldwide.
Of course, no Australian linen roundup is complete without Sheridan! People will tell you how the sheets they received as a wedding gift are still going strong, decades on! And I find their sheets just feel amazing too! Cotton, silk, linen, plain, patterned, modern, classic, colourful, from 250 to 1200 threadcount and everything in between, they have it all! Founded in 1967, Sheridan is a household name synonymous with quality (you’ll find them in Qantas first class, no less). In recent years they’ve done some great collaborations too. I find it’s a great place to buy bed covers (or coverlets) which can be tricky to find in Australia.
βWeβre proud to design prints that unexpectedly and expertly clash with one another,β says Sage x Clareβs designer Phoebe Bell. From Moroccan stars to statement animal prints, hand drawn florals, handmade embroidery and 1970βs inspired colours and textures, this brand is one for the maximalists. Expert at the mix and match, we love how the brand’s sheet sets, quilt covers and cushions create a playful Bohemian vibe in the bedroom.
Not the first place you’d expect to find fabulous bed linen but we like to think of it as a hidden gem. From florals to checks, plain and abstract designs, the line-up is strong but the prices are reasonable. For example, theΒ 100% linen duvet cover below is priced at $200 which is a steal in our books! With waffle blankets, down duvet covers, pillows and more available, it really is a one-stop bedding shop.Β
Featuring collaborations with contemporary Australian artists, the Greenhouse Interiors bedding range comes in limited edition, highly covetable, prints. The art embellished range is designed to be mixed and matched with all of the pieces available to purchase separately. The range’s 100 per cent cotton art emblazoned bed covers are always a sell-out.
Another clever purveyor of mix and match bed linen, Melbourne’s Sheet Society don’t believe in being forced to buy bed sheets in sets; all of its items are available for individual sale making the brand a great choice for a bespoke look. Specialising in bed sheets that are trend-driven in terms of colours, designs and fabrics, the brand’s core products are made from luxurious long-stable Eden Cotton and French flax Eve linen but there’s boucle, corduroy and waffle options too. Invisible zips, extra wide elastic, a deep pillow fold and a folded top edge are all standard features.
This VIC-based brand do luxury linen “without the la di da” and pride themselves on keeping it real! “We are not your typical linen brand and we donβt get all fancy pants on our customers, we just want to give them the best night’s sleep, night after night,” says founder Nikki Cap. They specialise in only 100% premium pure French linen. “Quite simply, itβs damn good!”
This gorgeous bedding brand has a distinct retro vibe. There’s leopard print, gingham, floral patterns and more, all created in 100 per cent French flax linen. The brand also produces gorgeous napery and cushions as well as a lovely line-up of matching apparel.
Comments
Nat says
I’d have to add Abode To that list (the original Adairs) http://www.abodeliving.com. Made locally and the best linens and woollen throws – my bed is layered with their goodies!
foodisarchitectureEllie says
Hi Jen,
Is the bottom image of Bed linen from Adairs?
Thanks!
Jen Bishop says
Yes
Priscilla says
Any chance you know where the copper coloured wire bedside table is from please?
Laura says
do you know what linen that is in the Adairs pic?
Jen Bishop says
I’m afraid I only know it is from Adairs.
Liz Tuddenham says
its from the vintage washed linen range, i think it’s rose something, looks beautiful with a pastel blue and it’s on sale at present, $120 off of original price π
parratonisha says
Is the end picture of Bed sheets and pillowcases from Adairs?
http://www.antiquebedspecialists.com.au/
Jen Bishop says
Yes but I’m not sure exactly which one
Michelle Neal says
Hi Jen, I absolutely love the coverlet in the image second from the bottom but have searched the country road website and can’t find it. Any ideas on where I can get this?
Jen Bishop says
It would defintiely be one of theirs so sadly it may be out of stock? Worth contacting CR on their FB? Jen
Rachel F says
Bedouin SocietΓ© is also fabulous for flax linen sheets/covers
Sally says
I love ohmabel.com.au too, such lovely designs π
deb says
Wow thank you!!! I have always adored rc and kip n co. And love i love linen
Have signed up for all of them
Jen Bishop says
Glad you liked my picks! Jen
Maggie Pana says
Great post Jen! I just purchased the Feliz sprinkle quilt cover in gold with matching pillow cases xxx
The Hunter Gatherers says
I love my IN THE SAC linen sheets and they even do shibori dyed linen!! To die for.
sam says
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Great post Jen! I just purchased the Feliz sprinkle quilt cover in gold with matching pillow cases xxx
Tonia says
Hello Jen, could you tell me where the bed stand / bed table in the last (adairs) picture is from? Or how do you call this kind of table? Im from Germany and im trying to get a similar here π Thanks so much for helping! xx, Tonia
Jen Bishop says
Hi Tonia I’m not sure where that exact one is from but I’d call it a copper spindle table if that helps?! Jen
Melanie says
Am I not seeing something here – where are the links to the The 10 best places to buy Australian bed linen online?
Jen Bishop says
Yes you are, each brand name in pink is a link to their website, just click on it π
Kim says
Hi Jen, If your after beautiful linen then check out lollilinen.com.au they have without doubt the best colour selection of linen bed sheets, Doona covers etc and great price too.
Jo kent says
Omg! Just got this from ‘in the archive’ in a recent TIA email – just what I needed!!!!
Jen Bishop says
Excellent! Happy to be of service!
Martha says
Thanks! I hadn’t thought of Country Road and I have now just ordered our new quilt cover. Subscribing to your blog now!
Alice Archer says
Hi Jen, it’s Alice from The Age. I would like to interview you re home Christmas decorating tips. What is the best way of contacting you please?
Jen Bishop says
Hi Alice! Will email you.
Maria says
Hi, just wanted to leave a comment regarding Adairs Vintage Stonewash Linen range. I purchased a quilt cover set and two sets of sheets (queen size). After two years of having them, both the fitted sheets thinned out and holes began to form. I contacted head office and they replaced one fitted sheet (I had thrown the other one out on impulse). Yesterday I noticed one of the pillow cases is forming holes from thinning out – I regret spending all that money on a product that obviously is not superior. Although they do have frequent sales and you may be tempted to purchase the range; don’t. Use that money towards purchasing your bedding from sellers whose product are more genuine, as many listed above. I have noticed Bed Bath ‘n’ Table have just stocked pure linen bedding, again, I advise really consider purchasing from large companies such as these because the product will not be sustain every day use. I have to start from scratch after already spending over $500.
bedlovesme says
Hi Maria. You have probably done some research into your linen now, but I thought I would share anyway. Linen comes in various weights: usually 160g sm to 200 gsm, and the quality of the flax source and the methods used in manufacturing will also affect its longevity. Vintage generally means it’s machine stressed for softness which can increase the feathery feeling of the material but also weaken the strands. Stone washed is the more traditional way where you actually wash with pumice stones. Most of the boutique linen sellers usually describe this information on their websites. I sell 180gsm, French flax, Okeo-tex 100 certified stone washed linen because I honestly believe it’s a better product. You can check it out on http://www.bedloves.com.au. Good luck!
maya says
Goodness spend your money on sheridan!!! Their sales are NOTHING SHORT OF AMAZING and its veryyyyy affordable….I have used Sheridan ONLY throughout my home for almost 40 years and still using my sheets that are 25 years old as well :p
( i give my well used ones to my married kids NO HOLES in anything either!!) Use gentle liquid soap too on your linen NOT that awful harsh soap powder, that’ll kill everything you own!! π
alexandra antoniou says
For something really different I recently purchased a queen quilt cover from a website called evaandtheuniverse.com.au
They do beautiful photography on quilt covers….really a point of difference in the bed linen market.
Kendra says
I am in love with the kids Adair’s bedding but live in the United States. Is there no way to ship a bedding set here? Thank you!
Janet says
Does anyone make sheets in Australia (not China/Bangladesh/Thailand etc). Would like to support locally made as well as locally designed – ideally from Australian plants too.
Shelley says
Rialto linen and towels are a tiny company in Melbourne that weave towels on site and manufacture sheets and quilt covers from Egyptian cotton imported from Egypt as apposed from Egyptian cotton imported from China…I believe the owners are Egyptians!
Kylie says
http://www.wearemotherdaughter.com
i met them in melb a few months ago, they do all of the stitching themselves and price is on par with the imported stuff
aussiebushgirl says
Ouch! The prices are outrageous, but at least they are made here in Oz.
aussiebushgirl says
That’s a tough one! I haven’t yet come across anyone here who sells pure linen sheets made in Australia.
I purchase my linen sheets from Trisha Rose of Rough Linen in San Francisco (https://www.roughlinen.com/), and frankly they have been so worth the price. Her sheets are super huge, and like myself, she favours using flat sheets on the bed rather than those dreadful boxed, fitted ones! Price-wise, given the generosity of material used in Trish’s linen, I’d say her prices are on a par with the linen being sold here in Australia. Shipping is the biggest hurdle, but Trish offers a set shipping rate that does compete with AusPost and others, imo.
The great news is that Trish hails from Northern NSW, still has close family living here, regularly visits them, AND all her linen is made in the USA! If you can’t buy Aussie-made, then buy American.
Janeane Ingram says
Hi Jen. Have a look at “Sheets on the line” who advertise in Australian Country Style. I haven’t bought anything yet, but I love the darker colours they have (due to a large hairy dog on the bed), especially Storm. Great list anyway, keep up the good work!
Ps. I was considering Adairs until I read one of the above posts… Hale Mecantile & Co look amazing, but too many loose edges for the cat!
I haven’t checked out Bed, Bath & Table’s linen yet, but I recently bought a twin woollen doona set from them (you can tie two different weight doonas together in winter with tabs) and found I needed to buy the “top-end” range to get good quality (you get what you paid for…)
Thanks again.
Louise says
Hello. I am disappointed as I wasn’t to buy Australian made and your blog title is a bit misleading. Would love to know which companies are producing the Australian made products.
Regards
Louise
Michele michael says
Rialto linen and towels are Australia made products, they weave the towels in Braeside, Melbourne and manufacture a range of sheets, quilt covers ,pillow case from Egyptian cotton imported from Egypt( Not China)and the make to order!
Ph : 03 95803488
http://www.rialtolinen.com.au
Facebook rialtolinen
LillyAn says
I bought from http://www.magiclinen.com, they do have australian sizes and the shipping was fast. Great quality, amazing colours and soooo soft!
Hope M says
Hi All!
I found this article really interesting, especially as I am an owner of an Australian bed and bath linen brand called DEIA Living http://www.deia-living.com.au
All our products are top quality white cotton with differing detailing in each design. Likewise our products are Australian designed and European to ensure the highest of quality, softest cotton and longest life of the product you purchase. Likewise we wanted to provide Australia a European made product without the $$$$$ price tags of some of the other companies in the market!
If you get the chance have a look at the site!
Mealz23 says
Definitely check out Abode linen. Website is http://www.abodeliving.com It’s great quality and made in Melbourne! They have great sales and the linen lasts for ages
gracedorman says
My favourite new Melbourne brand is Mother Daughter http://www.wearemotherdaughter.com – beautiful to sleep on and handmade! Heaven.
Penelope Herbert says
I would love you to have included the 100% certified organic cotton of Australian designed, artisan made Organic Bed Threads. All designs are fully reversible, made for adults and kids, exclusive designs, and free from harmful chemicals. Good for you and good for the planet. http://www.organicbedthreads.com A wonderful initiative from a single textile designer. So next time ? π
Josephine Rizzo says
I am looking for a bedspread (king size) and all I can find are quilt overs, bed covers or throws.
Do you know where/who I supplies bedspreads?
Sheridan use to be the place to go.
Can you help me?
Jen Bishop says
Hi Josephine. Anything here that suits?