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When you’re hunkering down with your tea on a chilly morning or bundling up against an AC on full blast, the best throw blankets will keep you at the perfect temperature. Throws are extremely versatile—they can accent your favorite chair or couch, add a pop of color to a room, or serve as a snuggly, stylish cape (hey, no judgment here).
We’re firm believers that you can never own too many great throws, especially if you have multiple nooks for curling up. And the right blanket can really make or break your relaxation time. For all your winding-down needs, we found soft, cozy throws from top brands, like Pottery Barn, Amazon, Crate and Barrel, and more. Each option, whether it’s made from a warm fabric like wool, fleece, or faux fur, or something lighter like cotton, comes highly rated by SELF staffers and reviewers.
Our top picks
- Best Overall: Coyuchi Sequoia Washable Cotton & Wool Throw
- Best Budget: Bedsure Textured Knit Woven Blanket
- Best Value: Quince Cotton Fisherman Throw
- Best Wool: Pendleton Yakima Camp Blanket
- Best Waffle: Boll & Branch Waffle Bed Blanket
- Best Cashmere: Snowe Home Striped Throw Blanket
- Best Faux Fur: Anthropologie Luxe Faux Fur Blanket
- Best Cotton: Free People Sought + Found Vintage Indigo Throw
- Best Acrylic: Brooklinen Cable Knit Throw Blanket
- Best Oversized: Crate and Barrel Organic Cotton Chunky Hand-Knit Blanket
- Best Color Options: Bedsure Sherpa Fleece Blanket Throw
- Best Weighted Blanket: Bearaby Tree Napper
- Best Chenille: Pottery Barn Chenille Windowpane Throw
What to look for in a throw blanket
As you shop, you’re probably looking for something that matches your style. But there are a few other factors you’ll also want to consider to make sure you get a blanket that lasts, feels good, and keeps you at the temperature you like.
Materials
Wool and cashmere are known for being exceptionally warm, but breathable and sweat-wicking at the same time. These heavier, stiffer fabrics are great options if you live in a colder climate or somewhere with harsh winters. Faux fur, fleece, and other polyester fabrics weigh a little less and often feel much softer to the touch.
Cotton and linen-blend throws will feel lightweight and likely won’t provide as much heat and heft as the other options, which is ideal for warmer days when you still want to feel tucked in on the couch. You’ll also want to consider how tightly woven a blanket is, if the manufacturer lists this information—the weave can affect its breathability.
Fabric care
Generally, cotton, fleece, polyester, and acrylic are machine-washable, with the exception of some faux fur blankets. Fabrics like wool and cashmere will typically be spot-clean or dry-clean only (though some blends can be tossed in the washer with special detergent and air dried)—something to consider if you know your blanket will be seeing a lot of traffic or spills.
Certain delicate fabrics, like hand-knit ones, may call for hand-washing, which means you can clean them with water and detergent in your sink or tub, but they shouldn’t go in the washing machine (where they could get damaged). As a rule of thumb, always check the care instructions for your blanket before cleaning it, just in case.
- Soft
- Durable
- Machine-washable
- Pricey
- Some Coyuchi reviewers say threads can pop out of the weave
This goes-with-anything blanket is made from a blend of 70% organic cotton and 30% organic wool, meaning you get the best of both fabric worlds: lightweight softness and a little extra warmth. This for-any-season throw is also machine-washable (a rarity for wool and wool-blend options).
“I already have two of these and we all battle for the throw every evening. So I had to get another one,” wrote one reviewer. “The colors are beautiful, the blanket is soft and warm. It feels like the natural fibers adjust the warmth. I'm never too hot nor too cold. It's easy to wash (I use a wool safe detergent) and air dry. These are definite keepers. I've had the older two throws for years and they look just as new as the new one that I just bought. The quality is great.”
Product specs
Sizes: 47” x 60”, 66” x 92”, 90” x 92”, 108” x 92” | Material: Cotton, wool | Colors: 4
- Soft and cozy
- Lightweight
- Lots of color choices
- Some reviewers report that it sheds
With a beautiful woven pattern and tassels along two sides, this 50-by-60-inch throw will add a nice pop of color and texture to any room. “10/10 softness,” wrote one reviewer. Another happy shopper added, “The quality is excellent, and it looks as beautiful as it feels.” Since it’s under $30 (and comes in 20 colors), we won’t blame you if you grab one for every room.
Product specs
Sizes: 50” x 60”, 60” x 80” | Material: Polyester, acrylic | Colors: 20
- Feels pricey, but costs under $100
- Long return window
- Some Quince reviewers say it sheds
One SELF editor swears by this throw from Quince: “It’s warm but breathable (100% cotton), it’s thick and has a nice weight to it, and it’s bigger than most throws—so you can fully cover yourself and still have plenty of material to spare (and maybe share with your couch mate),” she says. “It’s also really soft and just feels high-end. I truly can’t believe it costs less than $100! If you’re looking for a luxurious knit throw blanket made of natural fibers, you will not regret buying this one.”
We like that it comes in four neutral earth tones—plus, Quince offers free shipping and gives you 365 days to return your throw, in case things don’t work out.
Product specs
Sizes: 50” x 60” | Material: Cotton | Colors: 4
- Holds heat in
- Durable
- Wicks away moisture
- A little stiff
- Dry-clean only
- Some reviewers have noticed seams unraveling
Beloved by customers, Pendleton’s classic Yakima Camp Blanket will last a lifetime. “My partner and I pack this blanket whenever we go car-camping and it keeps us supremely warm, even when we’re sleeping in below-freezing temperatures,” says one SELF writer. “It also looks brand new, even after tons of use.” Made from a blend of wool and cotton, the Yakima would look right at home in a rustic cabin, ideally by a crackling fireplace (or fire pit).
Product specs
Sizes: 66” x 84”, 90” x 90” | Material: Wool, cotton | Colors: 5
- Large size
- Pleasant texture
- Lots of color options
- Pricey
- Some reviewers say it’s too thin
If you’re looking for something more lightweight, check out this pick from Boll & Branch. Its breathable waffle knit is made from soft, springy, 100% organic cotton—and it has a ton of fans. “It’s perfectly made,” wrote one reviewer, while someone else added that “it’s warm without being hot and is so snuggly soft.”
Product specs
Sizes: 74” x 91”, 96” x 96”, 112” x 96” | Material: Cotton | Colors: 15
- Super soft
- Chic pattern
- Pricey
- Dry-clean only
This luxuriously soft, stylish, Italian-made cashmere and cotton throw has charming fringed edges for high-quality snuggling. It’s a bit of an investment—but since it can double as a scarf or shawl, we think it’s well worth the higher price tag.
Product specs
Size: 51” x 75” | Material: Cashmere, cotton | Colors: 3
- Very warm
- Fuzzy, cozy texture
- Dry-clean only
This faux fur throw is a must if you like a heavy, thick blanket. “My partner was gifted this throw, and it’s become the one in the house that everyone wants when they’re watching TV,” says one SELF writer. “It’s softer than any throw I’ve had, and is weight-y without being overpowering. The fabric—fluffy on one side and smoother on the other—and the way it drapes over your body just feels so comforting.”
Product specs
Size: 70” x 50” | Material: Polyester | Colors: 6
- Breathable
- Lightweight
- Cool pattern
- May not be warm enough for some
This lightweight, one-of-a-kind blanket is ideal for those who refuse to compromise on style when it comes to their space. It’s made with a deep blue pattern and has fringe detailing at the corners that’ll help it stand out on top of neutral furniture or bedding.
Product specs
Size: N/A | Material: Cotton | Colors: 1
- Soft texture
- Chunky knit
- Machine-washable
- Only available in one size
This cute throw looks like a warm, cozy sweater with its cable knit design. Made from soft, machine-washable acrylic, it’s perfect for wrapping around your shoulders on cold nights.
Product specs
Size: 50” x 70” | Material: Acrylic | Colors: 3
- Soft
- Drapes nicely
- Spot-clean only
This hand-knit blanket is made from 100% organic cotton—and, at 80” x 80”, it’s definitely big enough for two to cuddle up under without anyone’s toes getting chilly. “Fabric is so soft and the color is rich!” one shopper wrote. “Cannot wait to gift this and may need to purchase one for myself.”
Product specs
Size: 80” x 80” | Material: Cotton | Colors: 3
- Fuzzy
- Soft
- Comes in tons of colors and sizes
- Some Amazon reviewers report durability issues
Nearly 72,000 Amazon customers rate this fleece throw five stars. One shopper deemed it the “softest, warmest, coziest blanket that has ever been made.” If you’re trying to match a specific look, you’re in luck: This one comes in 27 colors.
Product specs
Sizes: 50” x 60”, 60” x 80”, 90” x 90”, 108” x 90”, 112” x 98” | Material: Polyester | Colors: 27
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- Weight may help with stress-relief and provide deeper sleep
- Four weights to choose from
- Machine-washable
- Pricey
- May be too heavy for some
We’ve recommended Bearaby’s chunky knit throw before for ultimate relaxation. The deep pressure from a weighted blanket like this one has been shown to slow your heart rate, relieve anxiety, and loosen your muscles up. It's available in four different weights and lots of muted colors. And don’t let the price tag put you off: “I had this in my cart for a long time, wondering if the cost was worth it. I finally caved and I love it!” one shopper wrote.
Product specs
Sizes: 40” x 64” (10 lbs), 40” x 72” (15 lbs), 45” x 72” (20 lbs), 48” x 72” (25 lbs) | Material: Tencel (eucalyptus) | Colors: 8
- Breathable
- Soft, pleasant texture
- Only available in one size
Whether you’re looking for a gift or treating yourself, you really can’t go wrong with this super-soft chenille option from Pottery Barn. Machine-washable and hand-knit, this smooth, squishy, drapey blanket was made for curling up on the couch.
Product specs
Size: 50” x 60” | Material: Polyester | Colors: 5
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