コットン100%のブランケットは夏に使うと暑くないですか？

コットンは天然繊維の中でも通気性に優れ、熱がこもりにくい素材です。汗や湿気を吸って外に放出してくれるので肌がべたつきにくく、夏のタオルケット代わりとしても使えます。

冬はコットンブランケット1枚で足りますか？

真冬を1枚で乗り切るというより、レイヤーの一つとして使うイメージです。毛布の上や下に重ねると空気の層ができて保温力が上がり、肌に直接触れる層にコットンを持ってくると静電気やごわつきがなく心地よく使えます。

お手入れはどうすればいいですか？

コットン100%のブランケットは基本的に洗濯機で洗えます。クリーニングに出す必要がなく、洗うたびに風合いが少しずつ柔らかくなり、肌に馴染んでいきます。

Why 100% Cotton Blankets Can Be Used All Year Round

100% cotton blankets are made from a material that can be used all year round, feeling cool and crisp in summer and warm when layered in winter. The breathability and moisture-wicking properties, unique to natural fibers, provide a comfortable feel regardless of the season.

Moving Beyond "Blankets Are Only for Winter"

Black Flow Throw Blanket spread on a bed in a bright bedroom — In summer, use it as a single layer. Black Flow Throw Blanket spread on a bed.

Many people might think of blankets as something to use only in winter.

However, 100% cotton blankets are a little different. You might find yourself reaching for them in warmer seasons, whether it's to drape over yourself in an air-conditioned living room during summer or for a nap on the sofa on a spring afternoon.

The reason lies in the inherent properties of cotton.

3 Reasons Why 100% Cotton Can Be Used Year-Round

Astronaut Flower Throw Blanket spread as a single layer on a bed — Breathable cotton doesn't get stuffy, even as a single layer (Astronaut Flower Throw Blanket)

1. Excellent Breathability

Cotton is a highly breathable material among natural fibers.
It prevents heat from accumulating, keeping you cool and crisp even in summer.

While synthetic fiber blankets might feel cool at first, they tend to trap moisture over time. Cotton, however, allows air to circulate, maintaining comfort even during prolonged use.

2. Balanced Moisture Absorption and Release

Cotton absorbs sweat and moisture, then releases it to the outside.
Even sweat accumulated during sleep is slowly absorbed and wicked away by cotton, preventing stickiness on the skin.

This is why it can also serve as a great alternative to a bath towel in summer.

3. Warm When Layered in Winter

You might feel that "cotton is thin, so it would be cold in winter," but when layered over or under a blanket, it creates an air pocket that significantly boosts insulation.

Rather than using a cotton blanket alone to brave the depths of winter, think of it as one layer in your bedding. Placing cotton directly against your skin provides a comfortable feel without the static electricity or stiffness of synthetic fibers.

The Everyday Comfort of Being Machine Washable

Cow Hide Throw Blanket draped over an entire sofa in a living room — Because it's used daily on the sofa, being machine washable is a huge plus (Cow Hide Throw Blanket)

For items used daily, ease of care is an important factor.

100% cotton blankets are generally machine washable. Not needing to send them to the dry cleaners, like wool or cashmere, is a great benefit for everyday use.

The way cotton softens gradually with each wash is also part of its appeal. It feels like it becomes more familiar to your skin the more you use it.

How to Choose a Cotton Blanket

Tiger Hide Throw Blanket laid out like a rug on the floor — Besides draping, it can also be used as a floor covering. Choose the size based on how you plan to use it (Tiger Hide Throw Blanket)

Texture Varies by Weave

Even with 100% cotton, the texture can vary significantly depending on the weave.

Jacquard weaving is a technique that creates intricate patterns using warp and weft threads. Unlike printed designs, the pattern is integrated into the fabric's structure itself, allowing you to enjoy different designs on the front and back.

While offering a substantial thickness, it also maintains breathability, making it perfect for those who want to use it all season long.

Choose the Size Based on Usage

M (130×160cm): For draping over a sofa or as a lap blanket. Ideal for compact use.
L (160×200cm): For spreading over a bed or for two people. Offers a generous size.

iMPeRF's art blankets are ¥18,880 for M and ¥28,880 for L (as of March 2026). All 29 designs are 100% cotton jacquard woven.

The Choice of a Blanket That Stays with You All Year

Black Flow Throw Blanket used as a tablecloth on a dining table — Not just for draping, but also as a tablecloth. A piece you can keep by your side all year (Black Flow Throw Blanket)

Perhaps there's no need to buy a new blanket for every season.

With 100% cotton, you can use it as a crisp single layer in summer, and layer it for warmth in winter.
It's a piece that can stay by your side all year round.

iMPeRF's art blankets are 100% cotton jacquard woven.
All 29 designs are reversible.

Because we prioritize material, it's suitable for any season.
Why not welcome such a versatile piece into your home?

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Are 100% cotton blankets not too warm for summer use?
A. Cotton is a highly breathable natural fiber that prevents heat from accumulating. It absorbs sweat and moisture, releasing it to prevent stickiness, making it suitable as a summer towel blanket.

Q. Is one cotton blanket enough for winter?
A. Rather than using one blanket to get through the deep winter, think of it as one layer. Layering it over or under another blanket creates an air pocket that increases warmth. Using cotton as the layer directly touching your skin provides comfort without the static or stiffness of synthetic fibers.

Q. How should I care for it?
A. 100% cotton blankets are generally machine washable. There's no need for dry cleaning, and the texture will gradually soften with each wash, becoming more familiar to your skin.