Alpaca wool is often touted as the softest and warmest, which is good news for those with sensitive skin. While not nearly as expensive as cashmere, an alpaca blanket will have a higher price tag than other wool blankets, but Huber says it’s worth it. “Good blankets are always something you can add to your home that are both functional and decorative,” she says. “Getting a good blanket for the colder weather ahead is a great investment.” 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.

Camel is a luxurious shade which adds warmth and depth while remaining neutral enough to avoid clashing. 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. Related Brands Carrie Elspeth ChloBo Clogau Gold Jewellery Emozioni Olivia Burton Shrieking Violet St Justin Ti Sento Milano Unique & Co. ALL BRANDS 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. Besp-Oak BillyBelt Bridge Captain Fawcett Carrie Elspeth Cath Kidston Chalk ChloBo Clogau Gold Jewellery Didriksons Eastern Counties EmozioniIf you're not familiar with alpaca wool, you're in for a treat. When alpaca fleece is made into wool fibers, it creates an impeccably soft weave that is durable and warm. In fact, alpaca is said to be two to even three times warmer than sheep's wool. But don’t worry about being weighed down by this blanket, as it’s super lightweight and also surprisingly water resistant. This alpaca blanket comes in seven deep, rich colors that bring an earthiness to any interior.

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. Whether you pair yours with jeans and a cosy jumper, shrug it over a slip dress or use it to hide those minimal-effort joggers and tee, you can always rely on a camel cover-up to keep you on the right side of pulled-together. Scale up from your usual size to mimic the nonchalance of an off-duty A-lister, or opt for sharp shoulders and a boxy body to contrast flowing layers beneath.Those extra-chunky knit blankets that you’ve seen on social media are super cute and a DIYer’s dream to create. But if you don’t have the time or the inclination to learn how to arm knit a throw blanket in time for the chilly weather, rest assured an enterprising Etsy shop owner has you covered—quite literally! 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. It comes in three sizes (twin, full/queen, and king) that are roomy enough to cover multiple people on a couch or just be placed over any size mattress. With six color varieties, ranging from classic cream to richer colors like red, it can blend into your existing decor or become an accent piece. And when it comes time to refresh the blanket, you can just put it into your washing machine—just keep it out of the dryer. Related Brands Cath Kidston Eastern Counties Joules Pachamama Knitwear Samantha Holmes Shepherd Slippers Sophie Allport Swanndri Tweedmill Textiles ALL BRANDS