We Found the ‘Best Soft Percale Sheets’—and They’re Quietly on Sale at Nordstrom

Even if your bed has the most comfortable duvet and supportive pillows, it may not feel quite right without a set of soft and cozy sheets. The process of finding a great set can feel daunting because there are so many options to explore along with a myriad of fabric combinations. But we discovered a great set that’s worth shopping, and it’s quietly discounted as part of the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. 

The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is live now and continues through August 6, but some of the best deals will disappear long before the sale comes to an end. And one markdown that’s worth shopping is the Nordstrom At Home Percale Sheet Set—which nabbed our award for the Best Soft Percale Sheets during our testing—because it’s priced from just $81.

The sheet set is available in queen and king sizes, and either option comes with one fitted sheet, one flat sheet, and two standard pillowcases. Each 200 thread-count piece is made from 100 percent cotton, and the fabric makeup of the sheets delivers a notable softness upon first opening them and only continues after washing, according to our testers. 

Not only are the sheets soft, but we also discovered that they’re well made. The set showed a high quality construction that didn’t have any loose threads or snags. And we discovered that the fabric’s color didn’t fade after washing. But we did find that the machine-washable sheets aren’t always up to the challenge of stains: coffee washed right out, but foundation and oil left a few marks behind. But even that issue is avoidable as long as you remove your makeup and ensure that your skincare products are rubbed in before climbing into bed.  

Even though the Nordstrom At Home sheets are not quite stain resistant, our testing did reveal that they’re neither too hot nor too cold. So, we think they’re an ideal choice for any time of year. Plus, the sheets are designed to fit mattresses that are up to 16 inches deep, and we found that the fitted sheet stays put while you sleep. Between the fabric and the fit of the sheets, we think they’re even a top choice for hot sleepers. 

Overall, the softness of the Nordstrom At Home Percale Sheet Set is what stays with us the most, so the sheets’ award for “Best Soft Percale Sheets” isn’t a surprise. If you’re looking for a new set that’s soft and has an ideal weight, scoop up the Nordstrom set while it’s priced from only $81 during the Anniversary Sale.