The Best Luxury Throw Blankets for 2026: Barefoot Dreams, Cozy Earth, Parachute and More
By Claire Whitmore. Last updated October 2026.
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A good throw does two jobs. It’s the thing you reach for on the sofa on a cold evening, and it’s the finishing layer that makes a bed or a reading chair look lived-in rather than staged. The best ones stay soft after a year of washing, don’t shed all over your upholstery and are the right weight for how you actually use them.
This guide draws on two sources that live with their blankets. The Spruce’s team has tested blankets since 2022, using them at home for months, sharing them with family and pets, and checking for pilling, snagging and loose threads after washing. Good Housekeeping’s Textiles Lab recently analyzed more than 50 blankets with nearly a hundred at-home testers, and its home design editors consulted the Institute’s textiles experts. Where a pick wasn’t tested, I say so. I haven’t tested these throws myself.
Quick answer: the Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Throw is The Spruce’s best overall and a long-running favorite for its fuzzy-sock softness. For the plushest faux fur, The Spruce calls the Cozy Earth Cuddle Blanket the best it has tried. For crisp, natural cotton, Good Housekeeping’s textiles experts recommend the Parachute Oversized Rib Knit Throw. On a budget, Bedsure’s fleece throws win at both outlets.
Our picks at a glance
| Throw | Material | Feel and weight | Source | Care |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Throw | Polyester microfiber | Fuzzy, light to medium | The Spruce: best overall | Machine wash cold, gentle |
| Cozy Earth Cuddle Blanket | Polyester faux fur | Mink-like, heavy | The Spruce: best faux fur and softest | Machine wash cold, line dry |
| Parachute Oversized Rib Knit Throw | Turkish cotton | Ribbed, 60 x 80 in. | Good Housekeeping: best oversized | Machine wash |
| ChappyWrap Harborview Herringbone | Cotton, acrylic and polyester blend | Thick, wool-like | The Spruce: best oversized; Good Housekeeping pick | Machine wash, tumble dry low |
| Boll & Branch Court Knit Throw | Organic cotton | Breathable, light to medium | The Spruce: best all-season | Machine wash |
| Pendleton Eco-Wise Wool Fringed Throw | 100% wool | Warm, classic plaid | The Spruce: best wool | Machine washable |
| Bearaby Tree Napper | Tencel lyocell and organic cotton | Weighted chunky knit | The Spruce: best cooling | Machine wash cold, delicate |
| Bedsure Sherpa Fleece Throw | Polyester fleece and sherpa | Velvety top, sherpa back | Good Housekeeping: best overall throw | Machine wash |
Weights, sizes and care instructions are as reported by the testers and brands. Check the label for your size and color.
How we chose
We started with throws that earned a place in The Spruce’s long-term testing or Good Housekeeping’s Textiles Lab work, then favored those both outlets recommend or that won a specific category, such as best faux fur or best wool. We weighed softness, how the blanket held up after months of use and washing, shedding and pilling, warmth relative to weight, size, and how easy it is to care for. We included one budget pick because both outlets agree it punches far above its price.
Throws that neither outlet had tested, and that rely only on online reviews, were left off the main list.
The best luxury throw blankets
1. Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Throw: best overall
Best for: anyone who wants the softest everyday sofa throw.
The Spruce’s best overall is a fan favorite among its editors. The plush polyester microfiber has a texture like a favorite pair of fuzzy socks, and its testers call it the clear winner for softness. It’s warm without being heavy, generously sized at 54 by 72 inches, and machine washable. The textured surface also hides snags and small stains.
After long-term use and washing, The Spruce noticed very slight fiber matting, but no major change in texture. Good Housekeeping also includes the brand’s Barefoot in the Wild throw, which online reviewers call soft, stretchy and worth the splurge.
Pros
- Exceptionally soft
- Warm but not heavy
- Easy care
Cons
- Slight matting over time
- Pricey for polyester
2. Cozy Earth Cuddle Blanket: best faux fur
Best for: anyone who wants a throw that feels like a luxury coat.
The Spruce calls it by far the best faux fur blanket it has tried, with a high-end build and a mink-like feel. It’s thick and heavy, almost like a weighted blanket, yet testers in Los Angeles and the Pacific Northwest didn’t overheat under it. Unusually for faux fur, it didn’t shed at all, and it looked as good as new after five months of testing.
It comes in 50 by 60 and 60 by 80 inches, plus several textures (Classic, Channel and Bubble). Wash it cold on gentle and line dry. The oversized version may be too hefty for some households.
Pros
- No shedding
- Incredibly soft
- Durable
Cons
- Heavy
- Line dry only
- Expensive
3. Parachute Oversized Rib Knit Throw: best oversized cotton throw
Best for: the foot of the bed and anyone who prefers natural fibers.
Good Housekeeping’s best oversized throw measures 60 by 80 inches and is made from Turkish cotton in a cozy rib pattern, with the comfort of a favorite ribbed sweater. It was recommended by Lexie Sachs of the Good Housekeeping Institute for its softness, and online reviewers say it’s light enough for summer and warm enough for cool nights. It’s machine washable.
Pros
- Large size
- Breathable cotton
- Works year-round
Cons
- Less plush than fleece or faux fur
Check current price at Parachute
4. ChappyWrap Harborview Herringbone Blanket: best heavy cotton-blend throw
Best for: guest rooms, gifting and family movie nights.
This one appears in both guides. The Spruce tested the 90 by 90 inch family size and found it thick and substantial, with a wool-like feel and the right amount of warmth without overheating. It’s machine washable and didn’t throw the washer off balance, though large sizes take up a lot of drum space.
Good Housekeeping says its analysts found the cotton-blend fabric didn’t shrink and stayed soft and pill-free after washing. The herringbone comes in 11 colors, and the brand also makes original (60 by 80 inches) and midi (40 by 60 inches) sizes.
Pros
- Pill-free after washing
- Doubles as a bed blanket
- Many sizes and colors
Cons
- Large sizes are bulky to wash
Check current price at ChappyWrap
5. Boll & Branch Court Knit Throw: best all-season
Best for: people who run warm and want one throw for every month.
The Spruce’s best all-season throw is organic cotton with a structured knit that feels like a luxurious scarf. Testers found it comfortable but breathable, never too hot or too cold, and the right weight for a nap on top of the covers. It washed well and kept its quality even after muddy paw prints. It had a slight odor out of the package that disappeared after the first wash.
Pros
- Breathable organic cotton
- Washes well
- Elegant knit
Cons
- Slight odor before first wash
Check current price at Boll & Branch
6. Pendleton Eco-Wise Wool Fringed Throw: best wool
Best for: cabins, chilly homes and anyone who loves classic plaid.
Wool is naturally warm and durable, and The Spruce likes Pendleton’s 100 percent wool Eco-Wise collection. It’s honest that it hasn’t tested this exact throw; its pick is based on a different Pendleton wool blanket it tested that’s no longer sold. It thinks the Eco-Wise is the better choice for most homes because it’s machine washable, which is rare for wool. It measures 54 by 64 inches.
As with any wool, it’s not as soft as fleece or faux fur, but The Spruce says it makes up for that in quality and durability, and it’s sturdy enough for picnics.
Pros
- Real wool warmth
- Machine washable
- Durable
Cons
- Not as soft as synthetics
- This exact model not tested
7. Bearaby Tree Napper: best cooling and weighted
Best for: hot sleepers who like the calm of a weighted blanket.
The Spruce tested the 15-pound Tree Napper and liked its even weight for winding down. It’s knitted from Tencel lyocell and organic cotton in Bearaby’s chunky open knit, which breathes, and testers wrapped up in it even in a New York City summer. It isn’t a blanket for warmth, and it’s bulky to move and store. For more options, see our best luxury weighted blankets.
Pros
- Breathable chunky knit
- Calming weight
- Good-looking on display
Cons
- Not warm
- Heavy and bulky
Check current price at Bearaby
8. Bedsure Sherpa Fleece Throw: best budget
Best for: every room in the house for very little money.
Good Housekeeping’s best overall throw is a former Bedding Awards winner that testers gave perfect scores for softness and comfort. It has a velvety top and a sherpa underside, and comes in five sizes and 26 colors. GH’s home design director says it feels far more substantial than its price.
Bedsure keeps winning. Good Housekeeping’s 2026 Bedding Awards honored the ribbed Bedsure GentleSoft Blanket, and The Spruce’s best plush pick is the Bedsure GentleSoft Fleece Blanket, which warmed testers up in under five minutes. The Spruce did see some shedding after several washes, so don’t expect heirloom durability.
Pros
- Very low price
- Soft and warm
- Lots of sizes and colors
Cons
- Some shedding after washing
- Not as durable as pricier picks
Also worth a look
Quince Cotton Fisherman Throw: The Spruce’s best knit looks and feels high-end and is very warm, but it’s dry clean only. UGG Home Coco Throw: The Spruce’s best fleece comes in 18 colors and a 50 by 70 inch size. Brooklinen Weighted Throw: a two-time Good Housekeeping Bedding Awards winner at 12 pounds, machine washable. Sunbeam heated throw: Good Housekeeping’s heated pick has four heat settings and shuts off automatically after four hours.
How to choose a throw blanket
- Material: The Spruce explains that polyester microfiber can feel like fuzzy socks or mink depending on the weave, and is durable and easy to clean; cotton is soft and breathable; wool is warm and durable but can feel scratchy; Tencel and eucalyptus feel silky and regulate temperature.
- Warmth isn’t the same as weight: The Spruce found heavy throws that feel cool and light ones that insulate well. If you run hot but like weight, a breathable weighted knit is the answer.
- Size: standard throws run about 50 by 60 inches. Oversized throws (60 by 80 and up) are better for two people or the foot of a queen or king bed, but harder to store.
- Shedding and pilling: faux fur and fleece vary a lot here. the no-shed Cozy Earth and the pill-free ChappyWrap held up especially well in testing.
- Care: check the label before you buy. Some favorites are dry clean only or must be line dried.
- Style: a throw is the cheapest way to change a room. Pick a texture that contrasts with your sofa, such as a rib knit on velvet or faux fur on linen.
How to care for a luxury throw
Throws get used less than sheets, so they don’t need washing as often. The Spruce suggests washing a throw you use daily every few weeks, and more often with pets or kids. Wash cold on a gentle cycle, skip fabric softener on microfiber and faux fur, and tumble dry low or lay flat if the label says so. Shake faux fur out before it dries to keep the pile lifted.
FAQ
What’s the softest throw blanket?
In The Spruce’s testing, the Cozy Earth Cuddle Blanket is the softest faux fur and the Barefoot Dreams CozyChic is the softest overall, with a cloud-like microfiber texture.
What size is a throw blanket?
Most throws are about 50 by 60 inches. Oversized throws run 60 by 80 inches or larger, like the Parachute Oversized Rib Knit (60 by 80) and ChappyWrap’s family size (90 by 90).
Are expensive throw blankets worth it?
Sometimes. Good Housekeeping’s analysts say price doesn’t always indicate quality, and an under-$25 Bedsure won their awards. Pricier throws tend to win on durability, shedding and natural materials, like the no-shed Cozy Earth or organic cotton Boll & Branch.
What’s the best throw blanket for hot sleepers?
A breathable natural fiber like cotton, or a cooling weighted knit like the Bearaby Tree Napper, which The Spruce used through a New York City summer.
Do throw blankets make good gifts?
Very good ones. They’re easy to size and hard to get wrong. See our luxury gifts for homebodies for more ideas.
The bottom line
For the softest everyday throw, buy the Barefoot Dreams CozyChic. Choose the Cozy Earth Cuddle Blanket for indulgent faux fur, the Parachute Oversized Rib Knit or Boll & Branch Court Knit for breathable cotton, the Pendleton for real wool, and a Bedsure fleece for every other room in the house.
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