The 8 Best Pillows AD Editors Are Always Dreaming About

"The conditions have to be just right to get a good night's sleep, so we embarked on a tireless quest to find the best pillows for every kind of sleeper. After all, perhaps the most important factor when it comes to achieving REM is the place you rest your head. There are a lot of things to consider when shopping for one: What kind of sleeper are you- hot, cold, side, stomach, back?"

"What kind of sleeper are you? I recently learned that I'm a side sleeper so it's imperative that the pillows in my bed provide extra support. Since I don't share this sacred space with anyone else, I find myself clutching the pillows around me for a comfortable embrace as I doze off into dreamland. (Shoutouts to Jiu Jie for creating the most stylish form of emotional support!)"

"What's attractive to you about this pillow? To be honest, I was influenced by all of the mutual friends that follow the brand on Instagram. What's it like sleeping on these pillows? Saatva claims that the pillow provides "ultimate head and neck support," which I can vouch is true. I have some serious back issues and was surprised to wake up feeling more rested after the many nights I spent snoozing on such a luxurious pillow."

Pillow selection depends on sleeper type (side, back, stomach) and personal factors such as temperature regulation, desired support level, and allergy sensitivity. Options include down, down-alternative, memory foam, and hybrid constructions, each offering different balances of softness, support, and breathability. Construction and care features like machine-washability influence maintenance and longevity. Repeated testing and comparisons identified top picks for various needs, including specific best-down and best down-alternative selections. A highly recommended overall pillow delivers notable head and neck support and reduced morning pain for sleepers with back issues, emphasizing fit between preference and performance.

Read at Architectural Digest