Updated June 16, 2023
We're giving the phrase “clean sheets” a whole new meaning.
Since we spend an estimated 26 years of our lives in our “sleep environments” 👀—our bedrooms are an excellent place to start swapping in some healthier home products. (This sleep stat comes from Jeffrey Siegel, Ph.D., a professor at the University of Toronto and healthy buildings researcher.)
Here at Sway, we reach for organic cotton sheets first. While there are tons of different choices when it comes to natural fabrics and organic bedding, from bamboo sheets to hemp duvet covers, we appreciate that because of cotton's popularity, there are an array of options out there meet our product-vetting standards for health. We've curated the definitive catalog of third-party certified organic cotton sheets (no conventional cotton here) and have sourced an array of options to suit your budget and style.
From an environmental angle, natural fabrics and eco-friendly organic bedding sets allow you to ensure your sleep setup is gentle on the Earth. And from a health standpoint, choosing organic cotton bed sheets helps ensure that what you're snoozing on is free of potentially harmful chemicals and made with non-toxic dyes, while still being comfortable on sensitive skin and having that cozy cotton feel.
You know what our mantra is when it comes to organic bedding and bed sheets?
"Make that a double." Certification, that is.
When we vet organic sheets for Sway, we look for third-party organic certification from the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), as well as OEKO-TEX certification (to either STANDARD 100 or the MADE IN GREEN label). Both of these globally recognized organizations indicate that products have been tested for potentially harmful substances throughout all aspects of the textile’s supply chain and ensure all products are made organic. A MADE SAFE certification works as an acceptable compliment to GOTS certification.
All sheets and bedding sets in this list are standouts in their own right—whether it's a silky smooth finish, fun prints, or incredible durability. Regardless of the specifics, one of these certified organic cotton sheets is bound to be great in your bedroom.
(prices listed are for queen sheet sets)
Budget pick: Target
Thread count: 300
Price: $65 for a queen set
Available sizes: Twin-king
Key certifications: Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), MADE IN GREEN by OEKO-TEX
Reviews: 4.3 after 2,470 reviews
Target's Threshold brand has a set of sheets made from 100% GOTS-certified cotton and boasting OEKO-TEX's MADE IN GREEN label. That makes them the most affordable organic cotton sheets we've been able to find that have the same high-quality certifications as some of the most expensive sets on the market.
The go-to: Under the Canopy
Thread count: 300
Price: $118 for a queen set
Available sizes: Twin-cal king
Key certifications: Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), MADE IN GREEN by OEKO-TEX
Reviews: 4.5 stars after 443 reviews
A brand that’s been in the eco-friendly bedding space since the beginning: Under The Canopy’s 100% long-staple organic cotton percale sheets are GOTS-certified, and bear OEKO-TEX's MADE IN GREEN label. The price point also really stands out from the broader field of luxury and fairly expensive organic sheets. In an effort to reduce plastic, this product comes in a reusable, organic cotton bag. The price is right for the quality, and we've picked them as our Sway go-to! (Sway users have raved about these, too.)
Earth angels: Avocado
Thread count: 400 or 600
Price: $139 for a queen set
Available sizes: Twin-cal king
Key certifications: Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX, MADE IN GREEN by OEKO-TEX, MADE SAFE
Reviews: 4.7 stars after 454 reviews
Avocado's organic sheets are among the most popular products on the Sway marketplace (and most thoroughly certified), and are made by a company that's vertically integrated with impressive sustainability standards across their supply chain. As an added bonus: Avocado’s sheets are naturally wrinkle resistant- making them an ideal choice for families or fur babies looking for low-maintenance bedding!
Luxe basics: Coyuchi
Thread count: 300
Price: $278 for a queen set
Available sizes: Twin-king
Key certifications: Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), MADE SAFE
Reviews: 5 stars after 229 reviews
Coyuchi sheets are pretty high-end, but they're also among the best-known brands for health and sustainability standards. These 300 Thread Count Organic Percale Sheets are made from organic cotton certified to the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) and are certified to MADE SAFE, plus are fully Fair Trade Certified. Coyuchi calls this bedding set “crisp and cool,” meaning they've gone to extra lengths to keep you cool while you snooze.
For the color-lover: Parachute
Thread count: 500
Price: $139 for a queen set
Available sizes: Twin-cal king
Key certifications: Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX
Reviews: 4.2 stars after 62 reviews
You guessed it: these ultra soft organic sheets are certified to GOTS and OEKO-TEX (STANDARD 100, in this case). These muted, naturally dyed sheets have that homey-warm feel, and you can feel good about getting them with Parachute’s carbon neutral shipping—for free! Their constantly changing seasonal styles are beautiful and the colorways they have for summer are beautiful: Willow? Bisque? *chef's kiss*
For the design-savvy: The Citizenry
Thread count: 400
Price: $249 for a queen set
Available sizes: Full-king
Key certifications: Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX
Reviews: 5 stars after 24 reviews
The Citizenry's Organic Resort Cotton Sheet Set is really appealing to our vacation brain, in both name and its subtly festive striped options. These tightly woven sheets check the double-certification box, too, making them a great option for organic sheets free of harsh chemicals.
Luxury living: Boll & Branch
Thread count: 300
Price: $279 for a queen set
Available sizes: Twin-cal king
Key certifications: Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX
Reviews: 5 stars for 11,827 reviews
Boll & Branch signature sheets are giving luxe hotel vibes, and the range of soft, neutral colors available will ensure you can create the bedroom retreat you've been dreaming of. Boll & Branch have coined the phrase “the only sheets that get softer with every wash” and these organic sheets sure do feel luxurious. Plus, you guessed it: They're certified to GOTS and OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 to help ensure the healthiest sleep environment possible.
No matter what you buy
You can trust Sway will curate a product list that’s good for you.
At Sway, we research and vet healthy home furnishings so that consumers (you!) don’t have to. Our carefully selected picks of clean and conscious products can be found throughout our shopping guides, newsletter and online marketplace.
Using guidance from reputable organizations like the Green Science Policy Institute, the Healthy Materials Lab at Parsons School of Design, and the Environmental Working Group, we aggregate non-toxic home goods from a variety of brands, making it easy for anyone to shop for their home, their friends, and their life with confidence.
