difference between a comforter and a duvet coveR?

r9stedt

Thanks.

 

 

Ciarrai

A duvet cover fits over a duvet.  You can take it off and wash it easier than a comforter.  A comforter is all-in-one - just the cover for the bed without having to have anything else.  The duvet cover has to have a duvet inside it.

UGAbride

Just to clarify though, a "duvet" is usually labeled as a comforter on the package.  I was at the Pottery Barn outlet store today, and all the white "comforters" were meant to go inside the duvet covers.  A true comforter I guess, is just a thick blanket meant to be the only, or top, layer on your bedding.  I prefer a true comforter b/c I hate how duvets slide around inside the covers...but typically the cutest and easiest to find is a duvet...also means you can more easily change the look of your bed since a cover is cheaper than replacing the thick comforter.  Hope I haven't caused more confusion!

r9stedt

Thanks, ladies.