10 of the best duvet covers and bedspreads

Kissing robins duvet set

Animal print is a major trend in homewares this season and these cute kissing robins are the perfect way to bring a bit of festive fun to the bedroom. If feathered friends don’t take your fancy, look out for kissing horses, stags and rabbits in a variety of colours.

Double duvet set, £55, Anorak

Cadiz duvet cover

Give your guest bedroom instant boutique-hotel credentials with this ikat-inspired duvet in sophisticated teal and navy. To really impress visitors, leave co-ordinating bathrobes (£85.00 each) folded on the bed.

Double duvet cover, £65, Bedeck

Mia throw

A textured silk throw is just the thing for adding interest to a neutral scheme. For a more sumptuous look, layer over bed linen from the same range and dress the bed with matching cushions. For a designer co-ordinated feel, hang matching curtains too.

Throw, £69, Very

Kareen bed linen in gold

Work the season’s trend for baroque decadence with a duvet cover in gorgeous gold damask. For a dramatic style statement, set against deep purple or midnight blue walls and choose high-shine mirrored furniture with a shimmering chandelier and glass lamps.

Double duvet cover, £64, House of Fraser

Horrockses Martha duvet cover

Nothing breathes freshness into a bedroom like a colourful botanic-print duvet. Inspired by the iconic original designs of the ‘50s, this cheerful duvet with distinctive diamond formation has a lovely vintage feel - yet would work equally well in a contemporary white space.

Double, £55, BHS

Snurk Twirre duvet cover

You can never have too much luxury and comfort in a bedroom, especially in the cold winter months. This clever photo-print of a chunky knit evokes a wonderful feeling of warmth. Team it with matching cushions for even more snuggle appeal.

Double, £100, Heals

‘All of a flutter’ duvet cover

To give a bedroom the wow factor, make sure the bed is the central focal point. These stunning butterflies make a real style statement and add a sense of movement and excitement to a scheme. Pick one or two colours from the design as accent colours on the wall and accessories to bring the look together.

Double £85, John Lewis

Flamingo duvet set

Dare to be different and add a touch of quirky romance to your bedroom with this pink flamingo duvet set. Cheerful and whimsical, it’s sure to put a smile on your face each morning.

Double, £79, Dwell

Bali double duvet cover

For a subtle take on ethnic style, opt for a striking pattern in warm neutral tones. This natural Bali duvet set with its understatedly sophisticated design looks perfect set against white/grey walls.

Double, £120, Debenhams

Marilou throw with pom-poms

A throw or folded bedspread will add instant style and comfort to your bed. This reversible (ivory/natural) quilted blanket with cute pom-pom detailing is perfect for layering and adding interest to a neutral scheme.

£175, Idyll Home