
Emilia Hitching
Emilia is our resident sleep writer. She spends her days tracking down the lowest prices on the best mattresses and bedding and spends her nights testing them out from the comfort of her own home. Emilia leads a team of testers across America to find the best mattress for every sleep style, body type, and budget.
Emilia's quest to learn how to sleep better takes her all around the world, from the 3Z mattress factory in Glendale, Arizona to the Hästens headquarters in Köping, Sweden. She's interviewed luxury bedding designers at Shleep and Pure Parima, as well as the Design Manager at IKEA. Before she joined Homes & Gardens, Emilia studied English at the University of Oxford.
Latest articles by Emilia Hitching
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Bedding jargon buster − all the words you need to know before you buy bedding
I'm breaking down the bedding buzzwords to create the definitive A to Z of bedding terminology so that you can shop smart
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West Elm deals – how to get the biggest savings on contemporary furniture and understated decor
Here's everything you need to know about the West Elm sales, from what to buy to when to shop and how to save, according to our expert eCommerce Editor
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Williams Sonoma deals − how to get the biggest saving on luxury kitchen appliances and cookware
Here's everything you need to know about the Williams Sonoma sales, from what to buy to when to shop and how to save, according to our expert eCommerce Editor
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Best mattresses for side sleepers 2025 − 6 tested options, selected by our Sleep Editor
I've ranked and reviewed six of the best mattresses for side sleepers to ease your aches and pains and and keep your spine aligned
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Home Depot deals − how to get the biggest savings on home appliances and outdoor furniture
Here's everything you need to know about the Home Depot sales, including what to buy, when to shop, and how to save, according to our expert eCommerce Editor
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Best mattress for a guest room 2025 − 6 tested options for every sleep style
The best mattress for a guest room should suit every style of sleeper and every size of budget – I've ranked and reviewed six of my favorites
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Best Nordstrom deals − how to get the biggest savings on stylish decor and hot homeware
Here's everything you need to know about Nordstrom deals, from what to buy and when to shop to how to save, according to our expert eCommerce Editor
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Target deals − how to get the biggest savings on tested appliances and affordable homeware
Our expert eCommerce Editor shares everything you need to know about the Target sales, from when to shop and what to buy to how to save
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Best mattress topper for dorm beds – certified for great sleep on campus
As a recent grad and resident Sleep Editor, I've ranked and reviewed six of the best mattress toppers for dorm beds to help you get better sleep this semester
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How we test comforters − our expert review process explained
Here's everything you need to know about how we test comforters for comfort, cooling, ease of care, and value for money
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Best bed sheets 2025 − 9 pretty, practical options, selected by our Sleep Editor
I've ranked and reviewed the best bed sheets for every style of sleeper and size of budget, including cooling cottons, luxe linens, and breathable bamboo
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I'm rebranding 'bed rotting' – here's how 'snerdling' can help you to relax and reset
I've interviewed sleep coaches and psychotherapists to find out more about the 'bed rotting' trend − what it means, why we do it, and when to stop
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Nectar vs Helix − which mattress brand is best on test?
I set the Nectar Premier Hybrid and the Helix Dusk Luxe head to head to see which mattress offers the best performance at the lowest price
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Are organic mattresses a hoax? Everything you need to know about greenwashing
I asked a panel of industry experts to tell me what makes a mattress organic, which eco authorities we can trust, and some warning signs of greenwashing
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Hybrid vs memory foam − what's the difference and which is best for you?
I set hybrid vs memory foam mattresses head to head to help you decide which mattress type suits your sleep style
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Memory foam vs innerspring − what's the difference and which is best for you?
I've set memory foam vs innerspring mattresses head to head to help you work out which mattress type suits your sleep style
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Best luxury mattress − 6 hotel-quality beds, tried and tested
I've ranked and reviewed six of the best luxury mattress that offer custom comfort and enhanced support – trust me, they're worth the spend
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6 things in your bedroom that are secretly ruining your sleep – and easy, affordable swaps to protect your peace
I asked an expert panel of sleep scientists and product developers to identify the common culprits disturbing our slumber, from cheap sheets to too much clutter
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I test bedding for a living – here's everything I use on my own bed
I've combed through our back catalog of reviews and cleaned out my linen closet to bring you the best bedding I've ever tested − including on sale pieces for Sleep Week
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Nectar vs Tempur-Pedic – which mattress brand is best on test?
I set the Nectar Premier Hybrid and the Tempur-Pedic ProAdapt Hybrid head to head to see which mattress offers the best performance at the lowest price
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Best mattress 2025 − 9 tried and tested favorites, selected by our Sleep Editor
I've ranked and reviewed the best mattresses from Saatva, Nectar, DreamCloud, and more to suit every style of sleeper and size of budget
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Best luxury bed sheets 2025 − for hotel-quality comfort at home
For your consideration, I've ranked and reviewed luxe linens, crisp cottons, and silky sateen sheets from specialist sleep stores and luxury design houses
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Best pillow 2025 − tried and tested to suit every sleep style
Ranked and reviewed by our sleep editor, these are the best pillows for deeper sleep free from aches and pains
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Sleep trends to try in 2025 – from sleep divorce to sleep retreats and everything in between
I asked an expert panel of product designers, medical professionals, and sleep scientists whether popular and emerging sleep trends really work
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