The warm, sunny days of summer are behind us and it is time to snuggle up in thicker sheets, warmer blankets and heavier comforters and duvets. Knowing how to dress your bed and the order you should layer it all will help make your bedroom become the cozy haven it should be for good quality sleep. Investing in one of the year's best mattresses for all sleepers and budgets is a great place to start.

However, it's equally important that you know what bedding to use as we head into the cooler autumnal months. Here, we'll explore how to dress a bed for fall, outlining exactly what bedding and materials will help you keep cozy without overheating. To make the seasonal transition that little bit easier, you'll find our top bedding recommendations at the bottom of this piece.

Should you change your bedding for fall? The transition from summer to fall can be tricky for our sleep quality, due to the dip in temperature and reduction in sunlight. However, is changing your bedding really necessary? Apart from your bedroom reflecting the aesthetics of the season, it really depends on how cold you feel and if you need to take up measures to improve your sleep quality this time of the year. According to Chloe Barrow , interior expert at Laura James, the insulation in your home too will help you determine this.

“It’s important to choose what works best for you and allows you to have a good night’s sleep," says Barrow. "For example, if you only have single glazed windows you may want to.