Architectural Digest has rounded up seven throw blankets its writers have tried for relaxing at home, working at a desk and keeping warm on chilly evenings. The selection considers softness, materials, design and care requirements, with both machine-washable options and blankets that need more delicate cleaning.
The Ezcaray Matisse Throw is the publication’s best overall pick. Made in Spain from a blend of 50% mohair, 48% wool and 2% polyamide, it measures 51 by 78 inches and comes in six colorways. AD praises its vivid colors and silky feel, while noting that it is expensive and dry-clean only.
For cashmere, the guide recommends Quince’s Mongolian Cashmere Throw, made from 100% Grade-A Mongolian cashmere. Available in two sizes and 12 colors, it is described as soft and warm without feeling heavy. Its main drawback is its hand-wash care instructions.
The Pom Pom at Home Summit Throw is the fluffy option. Its 100% polyester faux-mohair fabric has a brushed finish, and the blanket can be machine-washed cold and tumble-dried on low. AD says it is plush and warm, though its surface may snag on sharp furniture corners.
The designer pick is the Herman Miller Girard Throw, which recreates a multistripe design by Alexander Girard. The 54-by-64-inch blanket is made from 82% wool and 18% cotton, and comes in seven colors. AD highlights its smooth feel and distinctive design; it must be dry-cleaned.
For a textured weave, the guide selects Boll & Branch’s Grand Waffle Throw. Made from 100% merino wool, it has a sweater-like feel and knotted fringe. The 50-by-70-inch throw comes in four colors and is spot-clean only.
Sferra’s Celine Throw is the most detailed design in the roundup, with a cotton herringbone weave and 22 color options. It measures 51 by 71 inches and can be machine-washed separately on a gentle, cold cycle. AD notes that its thread loops can snag easily.
The Brooklinen Weekend Wash Bed Blanket is the lightweight choice. Although it is sold in bed sizes from twin to California king, AD says its cotton construction folds down without adding much bulk. It is machine-washable, and its grid stitching adds texture. The material may take a few washes to soften.
Sources: Architectural Digest.