We have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return. If you have a wool blanket that you’d like to make a bit softer and provided you can let it get wet, Malarkey suggests treating it as you might your own hair: Run it through cold water, give it a shampoo, and then follow up with a conditioner to soften it.

This 100-percent merino wool Vermont Country Store wool blanket is soft enough on its own, but the silky satin edging (made from polyester) is a bonus for comfort and aesthetic. You might even mistake it for an old-fashioned baby blanket. The merino wool is warm enough to keep you toasty through the fall and winter months, but is also lightweight and breathable enough to be used all seasons. It would make a particularly great gift for friends who live in climates where temperatures significantly drop at night. Whatever wool blanket you settle on, be sure to read the manufacturer’s label so you can clean and care for it properly. Blankets made of 100-percent wool are typically dry clean only—you certainly wouldn’t want to even think about putting the Etsy Chunky Knit Blanket anywhere near your washer or dryer. But if your washing machine has a wool cycle, you could wash it at home. For the easiest cleaning option, look for a wool blend blanket like the Tartan Blanket Co. Recycled Wool Blanket that is machine washable. Machine-washable blankets should still only be washed on cold and line dried, according to our interior design experts Melony Huber and Chantelle Hartman Malarkey. The Faribault Mill Pure & Simple wool is made from soft and durable 100-percent virgin wool. It provides plenty of warmth without feeling too heavy; in fact, this blanket is surprisingly lightweight and breathable.This Legends Luxury lamb’s wool blanket from The Company Store offers all the warmth and texture you would expect from a heavy wool blanket, yet it's light and breathable enough to be used even in the summertime as bedding. That's because all-natural lamb's wool works to regulate heat to keep you toasty in the wintertime while feeling airy and cool in the summer. Made up of 80 percent wool fibers, the blanket’s texture is a bit coarser than others on this list, but it will be one of the warmest. It comes in 10 colors, including a bright red, white, and blue plaid, with a double whipstitch hem in a coordinating color. At 66 inches by 90 inches, this wool blanket is roomy enough for you and a partner, so everyone can stay warm. Day-to-day maintenance is also easy since wool is naturally odor and stain resistant; just brush away any dirt and debris accumulated from outdoors and, if needed, lightly hand wash it in cold water. BRANDS Alan Paine Alice Wheeler London Alphabet Jigsaws Anna Davies Annabella Moore - Jewellery in a Bottle Arora Designs Artyfarty Designs Ashleigh & Burwood Barbour Barts Bathing Beauty Beaumont The prices on our best wool blankets range from splurge-worthy to buy-one-in-every-color. Pricier blankets tend to be softer and more durable, but not always. “I recommend looking at the material used and also feeling the wood against your face,” Marlarkey says. “I have found some good quality wool blankets for a decent price.”

Some blankets are made from pure wool, while others are made from a blend of wool and other manmade fibers. If you have always written off wool blankets as itchy or have sensitive skin, you may want to consider a wool blend, which often makes for a softer blanket. But that doesn’t mean all 100-percent wool blankets are scratchy and uncomfortable. The Citizenry La Calle Alpaca Throw is fully made of pure baby alpaca wool, often noted as one of the softest, most sumptuous wools available. Malarkey says you don’t have to wash wool blankets often, perhaps every three to four months, depending on use. If they’re machine-washable, keep that water temperature on cold only—hot water will shrink it. “Try spot cleaning in between and using a gentle wool wash and conditioner,” Malarkey recommends. Some laundry rules are simply not meant to be broken—or are they? You might have learned early on that wool and washing machines do not mix. However, there are several washable blankets on our list, notably this beauty from L.L. Bean, that are indeed machine-washable and even dryer-friendly.Related Brands Barbour Enesco Garden Trading Inis Fragrance of Ireland Jellycat Portmeirion Pottery Quay Imports Sophie Allport Tweedmill Textiles ALL BRANDS If you have sensitive skin and have skipped wool in the past, know that alpaca is known to be hypoallergenic. We love the softness of the baby alpaca and the one-and-a-half-inch eyelash fringe adds extra appeal. When it’s time to freshen up this blanket, dry cleaning is recommended. A timeless trench in a chic camel shade will also upgrade your office outfit this winter with a luxe touch, while camel wrap coats are ideal for off-duty style. Simply pair yours with leather trousers and trainers for an easy everyday look. Portmeirion Pottery Powder Quay Imports Roka London Bags Scottish Fine Soaps Seasalt Shepherd Slippers Shrieking Violet Sophie Allport St Justin Swanndri Ti Sento Milano Finding a great camel coat is an essential part of every woman's shopping list. A wardrobe classic that will last for seasons to come, this luxe-looking style will prove a worthy investment year-round, but especially for winter.