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The Quiet Disappearance of the Top Sheet: Why Many Are Ditching It

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The traditional bed setup—fitted sheet, top sheet, blanket, and comforter—has long been the standard in many households. But in recent years, the once-essential top sheet has slowly faded from bedrooms across the globe. What was once considered a must-have layer is now being reconsidered for its practicality, comfort, and relevance in modern bedding routines.

Introduction

If you grew up making your bed with precision—tucking in the corners of a flat sheet before folding a blanket over it—you may be surprised to find the top sheet slowly going out of style. More and more people are choosing to sleep with just a fitted sheet and a comforter, often citing simplicity, hygiene, and lifestyle changes as the reason. So, what’s behind this shift?

Ingredients:

Cultural shifts in bedding habits

The rise of minimalist lifestyles

Climate and personal comfort

Influence of European-style bedding

Changing laundry preferences

(Note: “Ingredients” here refers to the key factors contributing to the trend, not physical materials.)

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