The Best Bed Skirts Give A Polished Look While Also Concealing Storage

Material: Linen, cotton blend | Length: 14 inches, 18 inches

Pros:

• Matches with nearly every style
• Sharp tailoring
• Machine washable

Cons:

• Limited colors
• May need to be ironed to maintain crisp look

Pottery Barn’s Essential Linen Cotton Bed Skirt is a bestselling option with a smooth, tailored look that fits with most bedroom decor. The skirt, which comes in white and ivory shades, is three-sided with split corners for a crisp, put-together feel. 

Made of a linen-and-cotton blend, this bed skirt is machine washable—a helpful feature for maintaining that light color and keeping it clean. It can also be tossed in the dryer, but may need to be finished with an iron to keep its smooth appearance. While a typical drop from the top of the box spring to the floor is 14 inches, the Pottery Barn Essential Linen Cotton Bed Skirt also comes in an 18-inch version for those with particularly high beds. 

While it’s unlikely to be the main reason why you choose a bed skirt, it’s good to know that this one is Oeko-Tex-certified to be free of more than 1,000 potentially harmful substances. This skirt comes in five sizes, from twin/twin XL to California king.
What the writer says: Forbes Vetted contributor Korin Miller uses this bed skirt at home and has found that it provides a chic, elevated look with minimal maintenance. “I’ve been surprised at how well the white skirt has held up to dust over a year of use,” she says. “It comes out of the wash looking like new, although sometimes it needs a quick ironing to maintain those sharp corner pleats.” Miller also appreciates that the skirt doesn’t shift around with time. 

Material: Microfiber | Length: 14 inches, 18 inches, 22 inches

Pros:

• Won’t shift while bed adjusts
• Inexpensive
• Wide color selection

Cons:

• May wrinkle after washing
• Limited sizing

Adjustable beds and bed skirts are an admittedly tricky pairing. Given how often these beds move, it’s crucial to find a bed skirt that can give and take along with it. The PureFit Wrap Around Ruffled Bed Skirt is held in place with elastic, virtually eliminating shifting as you adjust and re-adjust your bed.

The skirt is made from microfiber for a satiny feel, and can be tossed in the washing machine and dryer. PureFit offers this skirt in 19 shades, making it easy to find a color that works with your decor. While the bed skirt comes in the standard 14-inch drop, it’s also available in 18-inch and 22-inch drops, the latter of which can be helpful for those with lofty bases. 

Just be aware that the bed skirt comes in limited sizing—twin/full and queen/king—creating a more snug fit for those who have mattresses on the larger end of those sizes. However, the bed skirt comes with a concealed, adjustable buckle to help customize the tightness of the skirt, no matter your mattress size.

What the reviews say: Owners rave about how easy this bed skirt is to put on and how well it stays in place, even with an adjustable base. “Whoever thought of this was a absolute genius. I never in my life dreamed of putting on a bed skirt this easy,” shares a fan. “I love the wraparound. I was worried I wouldn’t find a bed skirt for our adjustable base, but this one has proven to be absolutely perfect,” another says.

Material: Polyester | Length: 16 inches

Pros:

• Very inexpensive
• 12 color choices
• Machine washable

Cons:

• Drop may be too long for some
• May not hold up as long as higher-priced options

You don’t need to shell out a lot for a bed skirt. The Utopia Bedding Bed Skirt is just $9 on sale, making it one of the cheapest options on the market. But, while this bed skirt is admittedly not as high quality as some of the competition, it has an army of fans who swear it still looks great. 

This bed skirt is made of polyester with a brushed finish for a soft feel. The Utopia skirt is tailored, with pleats at the corners and centers to create an upscale look. It also comes in 12 shades, from several neutrals to bold colors like purple and royal blue, providing plenty of style choices.

The bed skirt is machine washable with like colors and can be tumbled dry. Given its many pleats, it may need ironing out of the dryer to maintain the original style. Keep in mind that this bed skirt has a 16-inch drop, which is slightly higher than the standard 14-inch drop. As a result, make sure to measure your box spring carefully before purchasing.

What the reviews say: Fans of the Utopia bed skirt swear by its minimal style and low price tag. “Awesome price point and doesn’t look cheap,” says an owner. “Overall, it’s a good bed skirt if you’re looking for something simple and functional,” another says. 

Material: Linen | Length: 14 inches, 18 inches

Pros:

• Warm, earthy style
• Tailored details
• Pre-shrunk

Cons:

• Only two colors
• May need to be ironed out of the wash

A linen bed skirt can warm up the feel of your bedroom, adding depth to your space. The Legends Hotel Relaxed Linen Bed Skirt features washed linen that lends an earthy vibe blended with a tailored look to suit several styles at once. This skirt features split corners, along with a subtle border for added visual interest. 

The bed skirt is pre-washed and pre-shrunk, allowing you to use it straight out of the package. The Legends Hotel Relaxed Linen Bed Skirt comes in two drops—14 inches and 18 inches—to provide options for a range of box springs. It’s also available in two shades: The more rustic Parchment and crisp White. 

This bedding is Oeko-Tex standard 100 to ensure there are no harmful substances in your bed skirt. It’s also machine washable and can go through the dryer on low. Choose from twin, full, queen and king sizes. If you prefer to upgrade all of your bedding at once, The Company Store also offers a matching duvet, sheets and shams. 

What the reviews say: Owners give this bed skirt the thumbs up for its high quality. “Beautiful linen. No need to iron out of the package,” shares one. Another remarks that the bed skirt is made from “such good linen.”

Material: Cotton sateen | Length: 14.5 inches

Pros:

• Elevated tailoring
• 5 color options
• Resistant to wrinkles

Cons:

• Expensive
• Drop length is slightly longer than standard

Serena & Lily is known for its high quality fabrics and coastal designs. The brand’s Border Frame Bed Skirt checks all the boxes with its pleated design and classic look. The bed skirt comes in all white, or your choice of four colored borders in Sky, Coastal Blue, Midnight and Sand.

This bed skirt is Oexo-Tex 100 certified to be free from harmful chemicals and is made with a combed cotton sateen for a crisp yet slightly breezy feel. Be aware that this bed skirt has a 14.5 drop, which is slightly longer than average. 

When you’re ready to clean up, simply toss this in the wash and tumble dry on low. It does surprisingly well at avoiding wrinkles when you pull it out of the dryer, but bed skirts that sit in the laundry for a while may need a quick session with the iron. Serena & Lily also offers a coordinating duvet cover, sheet set and shams, for an all-over polished look.

What the writer says: Miller’s parents use this bed skirt in their home, and it creates a very sharp look. “It’s already well-tailored, but the colored border really enhances that,” she says. Her parents are impressed at how well the bed skirt resists wrinkling out of the dryer. 

Material: Cotton | Length: 15 inches

Pros:

• Ample ruffles
• Soft chambray feel
• Machine washable

Cons:

• Expensive
• Drop is slightly longer than standard 

There is a wide range with ruffled bed skirts, with some giving off a highly feminine feel while others have a more subtle style. L.L. Bean’s Gathered Cotton Bed Skirt falls somewhere in the middle. This bed skirt offers ample ruffles to create a softened style while still being moderate enough to suit a range of tastes. 

The skirt comes in neutral shades of cream and white to fit with a range of color schemes. It’s also available in sizes twin through king, although there is no California king option. Keep in mind that, at 15 inches, the drop is a little longer than average. This bed skirt is Oeko-Tex 100 certified to be free of harmful substances. It’s also inspired by the company’s beloved chambray shirts.

The bed skirt has subtle split corners for a perfect fit, and can go through the washer and dryer as needed. L.L. Bean also offers a matching chambray sheet set if you want to complete the look, although this skirt matches with nearly everything. 

What the reviews say: Reviewers repeatedly praise this bed skirt for its top-notch quality. “This is the best bed skirt I have had,” shares a fan. “The material is not see-through, even in white. It is a beautiful cotton percale with a lovely drape and is well made.” A fellow happy owner says that “others wrinkle badly and shrink. Not so with this one. It is full and very crisp and finishes off the bed beautifully.”

Material: Polyester blend | Length: 14.5 inches

Pros:

• Unique style
• 4 colors
• Elastic band attachment

Cons:

• Limited sizing
• Design may be too bold for some

A scalloped bed skirt isn’t for everyone, but this style creates a bold design that can quickly elevate a basic bedding set. The Lush Decor Coastal Chic Scallop Wrap Around Bed Skirt has a crisp, scalloped edge with your choice of gray, navy, blue or neutral (tan) borders to highlight the design. 

This bed skirt is made from a polyester blend with a linen-like feel. It can go through the washer and dryer on low, making maintenance a cinch. At 14.5 inches, the drop on this skirt is slightly longer than the standard, making it important to measure your box spring. 

Sizing is also limited to queen and king beds. However, the bed skirt has a wrap-around design with an elastic band to hold it in place well. Several owners say that design makes it very easy to put in place. 

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