If a soft, cozy cocoon is your idea of the perfect sleep space—and why wouldn't it be?—you should probably look into a cloud bed. Inspired by the widely popular cloud sofa, originally introduced by Restoration Hardware, the cloud bed made a viral name for itself due to its inviting comfort and the position of the mattress, which gives it the illusion of floating.
While you may be wary of dropping nearly $4,000 on a bed (and rightfully so), you can find dupes that won't cost as much as the Restoration Hardware version—so the luxury of sleeping on a cloud is possible, no matter your budget.
How Did the Cloud Bed Become So Popular?
Like many design trends, TikTok helped make cloud beds a Millennial and Gen Z aspirational item. The hashtag cloudbed has nearly 200 million views on TikTok, while the lower-cost version of the original, softframebed, has 91 million. There are thousands of unboxing videos depicting delighted buyers setting up their pillowy beds, flopping on top of them, and (presumably) getting a good night’s sleep.
Prices for cloud beds range from Restoration Hardware’s leather version, which starts at $5,995 for non-members (it would be worth getting a $175 membership if you want to make this investment), to an option from Amazon at under $500.
But if you’re up for putting in a little extra work and time, a DIY project from TikTok creator @mkweldy shows you how to build your own cloud bed for around $450. It actually only requires eight materials, which she lists in a follow-up video.
What really makes you feel like you're sleeping in the clouds is determined by your mattress and bedding. A plush mattress results in the softest sleeping environment, and you can invest in a mattress topper for extra coziness. For your comforter, make your bed look and feel super plush by using two duvet inserts instead of one (which also provides extra warmth on cold nights). You’ll need plenty of down or down-alternative pillows to complete the look and feel of your cloud bed.
Most TikTok users show off white sheets and duvet covers when dressing their cloud beds, but don’t hesitate to add color to yours—sky blue or soft pink both make equally ethereal choices.
There's no need to drain your savings to get that minimal, clean look in your bedroom—take your time browsing and shopping sales to find the option that works for you. A good night's sleep is worth the effort.