as in quilts
a decorative cloth used as a top covering for a bed
a beautiful bedspread that is a reproduction of an 18th-century design
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Recent Examples of bedspreads
There’s a definite Hawaiian vibe throughout, from the tropical motif bedspreads to wicker furnishings.
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Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 24 Feb. 2026
The brand has become well-loved for its inexpensive homeware options, including great bedspreads.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 18 Feb. 2026
The simple, but chic rooms have natural-toned rugs, bedspreads and bathrobes, and receive heavy doses of the area’s signature bright sunlight.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Feb. 2026
The center holds more than 450 quilts and bedspreads, collected over half a century by Jen Jones, the founder of the center, which tells the story of a unique textile heritage handed down from generation to generation by families and communities.
—Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 5 Feb. 2026
Not only are cooling blankets outfitted with cool-to-the-touch Q-Max technology that lowers skin temperatures, but these bedspreads are also getting cuter and cuter.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Jan. 2026
Hot water wash and heat-dry bed sheets, blankets, bedspreads and any clothing that touches the floor.
—Katie Nixon, Nashville Tennessean, 23 Sep. 2025
Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 24 Feb. 2026
The brand has become well-loved for its inexpensive homeware options, including great bedspreads.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 18 Feb. 2026
The simple, but chic rooms have natural-toned rugs, bedspreads and bathrobes, and receive heavy doses of the area’s signature bright sunlight.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Feb. 2026
The center holds more than 450 quilts and bedspreads, collected over half a century by Jen Jones, the founder of the center, which tells the story of a unique textile heritage handed down from generation to generation by families and communities.
—Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 5 Feb. 2026
Not only are cooling blankets outfitted with cool-to-the-touch Q-Max technology that lowers skin temperatures, but these bedspreads are also getting cuter and cuter.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Jan. 2026
Hot water wash and heat-dry bed sheets, blankets, bedspreads and any clothing that touches the floor.
—Katie Nixon, Nashville Tennessean, 23 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bedspreads
coverlets
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Thick duvets and coverlets add comfort, and throw pillows bring in color and pattern.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
3 Mar. 2026
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Throw blankets and coverlets add style and flexibility to any room.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
19 Feb. 2026
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“Bedspreads.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bedspreads. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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