Gift for Chilly People: Cozy Christmas Gifts That Keep You Warm All Night Long
The best gift for someone who is always cold is one that keeps them warm all night: bedding made from Flannel or Melange Flannel, along with a brushed fitted sheet that also provides warmth from below. For evenings on the sofa, a throw or dressing gown completes the gift. The result is a Christmas present that will be used every day rather than ending up in a drawer.
What do you give someone who is always cold?
For someone who is always cold, the best gift is something that retains body heat rather than just providing short-term warmth. Brushed cotton, such as Flannel and Melange Flannel, creates an air cushion that keeps warmth in bed. The table shows when each gift provides warmth.
| Gift | Provides warmth | Best for | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flannel bedding | all night long | anyone who gets cold at night | brushed cotton, the original from 1968 |
| Melange Flannel | all night long | those who like it warm and exceptionally soft | almost identical warmth to Flannel, finely woven and mottled |
| Flannel fitted sheet | from below, from the very first moment | those who dislike lying down on a cold sheet | suits all bedding, including what you already have |
| Throw | evenings on the sofa | those who get cold while reading or watching TV | Sherpa and teddy fleece provide instant warmth, while Melange has a more subdued effect |
| Bathrobe or dressing gown | mornings and after bathing | those who get cold in the bathroom in the morning | check the size beforehand; otherwise, it is better to give bedding |
Which bedding keeps someone who is always cold warmest?
Flannel bedding and Melange Flannel keep someone who is always cold warmest because the cotton is brushed. The fine fibres retain body heat, so the bedding feels warm as soon as you lie down. biberna invented Biber bedding (brushed cotton flannel) in 1968; biberna developed Melange Flannel in 2012 and weaves it in its own weaving mill in Hamminkeln-Dingden. The warmth of Melange Biber Flannel and Flannel is almost identical, but Melange Flannel is finer and softer.
Fleece feels warmer at first, but it absorbs very little moisture. For someone who wants to stay evenly warm all night, Flannel bedding is the better choice. See the detailed comparison in the guide Flannel or Fleece.
Why a Flannel fitted sheet is an underrated gift
A Flannel fitted sheet provides warmth from below and removes the cold feel of the bed when you lie down. Many people who are always cold use warm bedding but still lie on a smooth, cool sheet. biberna's Flannel fitted sheets are woven in its own weaving mill in Hamminkeln-Dingden. For this gift, only the mattress size matters; if that is unknown, bedding alone is the safer choice.
Christmas gift for parents and grandparents: what is suitable?
Warm bedding is a suitable Christmas gift for parents and grandparents because it is used every evening and lasts a long time. Flannel bedding and Melange Flannel made from cotton are easy to care for and can generally be washed at 60°C; the care label is the deciding factor. If you do not know the size of the duvet, choose 135 × 200 cm, the most common duvet size in Germany. Find out more in the guide Flannel Bedding for Seniors.
Christmas gift for couples: what if only one person is always cold?
For a couple where only one person is always cold, two single duvets with their own bedding are suitable: Flannel or Melange Flannel for the person who is always cold, and seersucker or Tencel for the person who quickly gets too warm. Couples who use one large duvet together should choose 200 × 200 cm bedding. The guide Bedding for Couples with Different Temperature Requirements explains why different temperature requirements are no reason to sleep in separate beds.
Cosy gifts for children who get cold at night
For children who get cold at night, children's bedding made from fine Flannel or Melange Flannel is a cosy gift with motifs such as polar bears, penguins, stars or a locomotive. Toddlers sleep with 100 × 135 cm bedding, while school-aged children usually use 135 × 200 cm. The selection is shown in the Children's Bedding collection.
Put together a gift set for someone who is always cold
The biberna Gift Finder puts together a gift set of warm bedding, a matching fitted sheet and pillowcases by asking two questions. The question about the feel of the fabric leads directly to Flannel and Melange Flannel if the answer is "cosy and warm". There are also separate starting points for couples and children.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do you give someone who is always cold?
Warm bedding made from Flannel or Melange Flannel, preferably with a brushed fitted sheet. Both retain body heat in bed all night. A throw is suitable for evenings on the sofa, and a dressing gown for the morning. If you do not know the size of the duvet or dressing gown, choose 135 × 200 cm bedding, the most common duvet size in Germany.
Is Flannel bedding a good Christmas gift?
Yes. Flannel bedding is used every evening in winter and provides warmth from the very first moment. biberna invented Biber bedding (brushed cotton flannel) in 1968; all biberna products are certified according to OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100. If the person you are giving it to quickly gets too warm at night, they will probably prefer seersucker or Tencel.
Which provides more warmth, Flannel or fleece?
At first, fleece feels warmer. Over the course of the night, Flannel bedding retains warmth more evenly because the brushed cotton creates an air cushion and absorbs moisture. Fleece absorbs very little moisture. Flannel is therefore the better choice for the main bed of someone who is always cold.
Is Melange Flannel warmer than Flannel bedding?
No. The warmth of Melange Biber Flannel and Flannel bedding is almost identical. biberna's Melange Flannel is finely woven, exceptionally soft and finely mottled. Both qualities are suitable as a gift for people who get cold at night.
Does a Flannel fitted sheet provide additional warmth?
Yes. A Flannel fitted sheet provides warmth from below, so the bed does not feel cold when you lie down. Together with Flannel bedding, someone who is always cold lies entirely on brushed cotton. The mattress size must be known for the fitted sheet.