7 Best Throw Blanket Picks for Cozy Nights, Tested by AD (2026)

With cool evenings underway, and a list of books to keep me sane throughout winter, I’ve done my due diligence of putting together a comprehensive throw blanket list for a cozy night in. I’ve rounded up my personal favorites and asked other Shop AD writers which ones they love for movie marathons, napping, and working from home.Our top picks are made from quality materials like Grade-A Mongolian cashmere and Merino wool that feel smooth and soft without feeling too heavy for lounging. The design factor was just as important in our research. As much as I love a neutral blanket that can blend in any background, these blankets come in a range of colors and patterns to fit different interior styles—some even created by design icons like Alexander Girard. I’ve prioritized machine-washable options, with a couple of worthy exceptions, and included care instructions so you know what to expect on laundry day. Browse all of the best blankets below.Our Top Picks:Best Overall: Ezcaray Matisse ThrowBest Cashmere: Quince Mongolian Cashmere ThrowBest Fluffy Throw: Pom Pom at Home Summit ThrowBest Designer Pick: Herman Miller Girard ThrowBest Waffle Weave: Boll & Branch Grand Waffle ThrowMost Detailed Design: Sferra Celine ThrowBest Lightweight: Brooklinen Weekend Wash Bed BlanketBest OverallEzcaray Matisse ThrowVideo: Vladimir Potop; Styling: Christina Allen; Production: Christine TingUpsides: Artisan-made, silky and soft to the touch, several bold colorways availableDownsides: PriceySize: 51” x 78”Material: 50% Mohair, 48% wool, 2% polyamideColors: Boreal forest, tidal sands, golden cove, lavender oasis, rusty canyon, prairie sunriseCare Instructions: Dry clean only.This throw’s “Matisse” name is fitting because it’s a true masterpiece. The wool-blend blanket has made the rounds across the Shop AD team’s desks all year since it’s just as vibrant as it is thoughtfully made. It’s designed by Ezcaray, a Spain-based, family-owned and -operated textile house, known for artisan-made pieces like this one that are hand-washed, -dyed, and -woven. I had it for a while at my desk and can confirm that the “prairie sunrise” blanket’s colors look rich like pictured online. I wouldn’t consider myself a maximalist by any means, but I do appreciate the “more is more” color combinations and how easy it would be to style this in an eclectic bedroom filled with collected decor. In terms of texture, I’d say it almost feels like a Goldendoodle’s fur. The fabric is soft like you’d expect, but it also has a smooth, almost silkiness to it, likely because of the Mohair added in the blend. The best part is that it has held up beautifully all year long with no signs of shedding.Best CashmereQuince Mongolian Cashmere ThrowUpsides: Affordable cashmere option, durable for years of use, several colorways availableDownsides: Hand-wash care instructionsSize: 50” x 70” and 60” x 80”Material: 100% Grade-A Mongolian cashmereColors: 12Care Instructions: Hand wash using cold water and neutral soap or baby shampoo. Rinse out without rubbing and lay flat to dry at room temperature, avoiding sunlight. Iron at low temperature, using pressing cloth. Do not bleach. If you prefer to dry clean, please ask for delicate detergent.If you want a blanket that’s soft without feeling weighty, you can’t go wrong with a good cashmere throw. I always look out for Grade-A Mongolian cashmere in particular since its fine, long fibers are more durable than cheaper cashmeres, like Grade-C, or wool blends. My colleague Lauren Arzbaecher, Shop AD shopping producer, put Quince’s version on my radar last year after talking about it so enthusiastically at the office. She told me it felt “insanely soft” and always kept her comfortable “bundled up while reading a good book.”My take? Everything Arzbaecher told me was true plus more. It feels breathable enough to keep me warm without sweating on the nights my apartment radiator is cranked up too high. I have the blanket in a deep moss color that fits my moody home design, but there are a dozen other colors so you can find what works best for your space.Best Fluffy ThrowPom Pom at Home Summit ThrowUpsides: Incredibly plush texture, easy wash and dry instructions, warm option to curl up withDownsides: Not made of pure mohairSize: 50” x 70”Material: 100% polyester faux mohairColors: NineCare Instructions: Machine wash cold; tumble dry low. Do not bleach.Even though I’ve tried my fair share of soft throw blankets in my life, this one is a favorite since it hits a trifecta of sorts: it’s incredibly fluffy, warm, and easy to care for. It’s made of 100% faux mohair, but Pom Pom at Home has me fooled. The blanket has a brushed finish that gives the blanket an ultrasoft feel, so much so that it's quickly become my cold-weather companion this year. Ever since the weather dipped below 50 degrees, I’ve kept it draped on my sofa for countless naps and cozy movie nights.Fair warning: I’m quite gentle with this blanket, but I could see it easily snagging on sharp furniture corners if you’re not mindful. I haven’t noticed general material shedding in the last couple of months I’ve had the blanket, so that’s a good sign for longevity, especially since it’s a fuzzier-looking fabric.Of course, I’d prefer it if it were made of pure mohair, but the fact that it resembles the material without looking or feeling cheap is a huge win. I’d recommend this piece to anyone who wants a plushy blanket without paying a steep price.Best Designer PickHerman Miller Girard ThrowUpsides: Smooth material feels gentle against skin, thick stitching keeps the border from fraying, iconic designDownsides: Dry clean onlySize: 54” x 64”Material: 82% wool, 18% cottonColors: SevenCare Instructions: Dry clean only.Architect and interior designer Alexander Girard wore a few hats during his career, one of them being a textile designer for Braniff International Airways. He designed this blanket as part of a 17,543-item brand identity system for the airline, known for its bold design, in 1965. Today, Pendleton recreates the iconic multi-stripe design, and we think it’s a great choice for anyone looking for a personality piece. “As a design enthusiast, no surface of mine goes unadorned—even a lowly desk chair deserves a decorative blanket, especially in a chilly office with AC blasting like Condé Nast,” says Arzbaecher. “This striped wool throw rests over the back of my office chair, providing extra cushion and much-needed color.”The design is understandably a huge draw, but its texture deserves just as much attention. It’s a smooth wool blend (82% wool and 18% cotton), and Arzbaecher finds it the least bit “scratchy or too thick to the touch.”Best Waffle WeaveBoll & Branch Grand Waffle Throw BlanketPhoto: Yelena Moroz AlpertUpsides: Warm, cable knit sweater-like material, deep hues like the camel color are great for fall and winter color palettes, knotted fringe is more noticeable than thinner options in this listDownsides: Spot clean onlySize: 50” x 70”Material: 100% Merino woolColors: Cream, deep camel, stone, pineCare Instructions: Spot clean as needed.Contributor Yelena Alpert considers this her travel blanket—it moves from her bed to the family room couch, and everyone fights over who gets to curl up under it. “The grand waffle texture is certainly noteworthy, but it is the warmth factor that makes this throw a winner,” she says, adding that it feels like her favorite sweater. “Since it is made from Merino wool, your body is immediately ensconced as if in a hug. It does not feel scratchy or itchy, in case you have a fear of wool.” The knotted fringe at the end of the throw might seem like a minimal detail, but Alpert says it makes her sectional look even cozier to snuggle up on.“I am also a huge fan of the camel color,” she says. “It pairs so beautifully with my plum matelassé duvet cover, but also enriches the rosewood hue of my velvet quilt.”Most Detailed DesignSferra Celine ThrowUpsides: The most colorways in this list, detailed herringbone weave, subtle tassel on the end adds more visual interest without overpowering the rest of the designDownsides: The loops of thread snag fairly easilySize: 51” x 71”Material: 100% cottonColors: 22Care Instructions: Machine wash separately with cold water on gentle cycle. Do not use bleach (bleaching may weaken fabric and cause yellowing.) Use mild detergent. To minimize shrinkage, tumble dry on low heat.My pretty-in-pink throw blanket has never failed to put a smile on my face in the last year. Its salmon color is vibrant and warm without going full Barbiecore. It’s also the most detailed herringbone blanket I’ve ever had—for those who are new to this design, too, the pattern has a distinct V shape that looks like the skeleton of a herring fish. Some of the little loops have sadly snagged on my watch as I’ve unwrapped myself to get up for a lunch break, so something to think about if you’re worried about a pet clawing at your blanket.The throw is another mainstay at my office desk when I need to warm up after a cold subway commute, and it hasn’t disappointed. I’ve even lent it to my co-workers who could use an extra layer during the day and they say it’s warm without feeling stuffy.Best LightweightBrooklinen Weekend Wash Bed BlanketPhoto: Yelena Moroz AlpertUpsides: Comes in several larger sizes than the standard throw blankets in this list, grid patterning adds more texture to a bedscape, easy to fold without adding bulk at the foot of a bed or draped on a couchDownsides: Takes a few washes for the material to soften upSize: Twin/twin XL, full/queen, king/California kingMaterial: 100% cottonColors: SevenCare Instructions: Machine wash cold. Only non-chlorine bleach when needed. Tumble dry low. Remove promptly. Low iron if needed.This is technically a bed blanket, so the size ranges from a twin to a California king, but it doesn’t have the typical bulk of a big bedspread. Alpert likes the blanket since it’s lightweight and folds pretty flat when she places it at the foot of her bed. “I love the barely-there feel of the blanket and use it almost every night as I read stories to my son,” she says. “It provides just enough cover to keep me comfortable without putting me to sleep.” It also features thoughtful, grid-like stitching that gives her whole sleep setup a little extra character.In true Brooklinen fashion, there are a few distinct hues to choose from, including muted and vibrant colors. “I have this in the storm [colorway], a somewhat dusty blue—and as the name would suggest, it looks like the sky before it rains,” Alpert says. “It almost works like a neutral and pairs well against a crisp white sheet—I use it with a percale cotton set, which has swirls of blue. I also use it with my linen sheets and it creates this decadent, heirloom-quality bed.”