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Raw brown and white natural wool fibers on folded fabric against a mountain landscape. No. 44 Materials · July 2026 Yak vs cashmere: how these natural fibres differ in a mattress Yak and cashmere are both rare natural fibres, but they serve different roles in a sleep system. Yak brings structure, warmth and resilience. Cashmere brings softness, lightness and refined comfort. Read the note
Luxury tufted white mattress with white pillows and a red patterned bed runner No. 43Materials How to choose a natural mattress: wool, horsehair or cashmere?Wool stabilises microclimate and moisture. Horsehair improves airflow and resilience. Cashmere refines softness and gentle warmth. The best choice depends on your sleep and climate. Close-up of a luxury tufted mattress with damask fabric and piped edges. No. 42Materials What is a topper? The definitive guide Luxury red upholstered bed with a thick layered mattress and matching pillows. No. 41Materials Paisley by Midsummer Milano | Designed Luxury Bed in Loro Piana Interiors Close-up of woolly sheep in a group, showcasing thick natural fleece for bedding materials No. 40Materials Italian wools and Cheviot wool: differences, benefits, and performance in a mattress Luxury grey upholstered bed with white pillows, natural light, and a lemon tree nearby No. 39Materials Yak and Cashmere in Mattresses: Rare Fibres for Premium Sleep Man doing backflip onto luxury mattress in desert landscape under clear sky No. 38Materials Desert Outside. Cool Inside. A Bed System Built for Seasons Luxury bed with blanket in modern room, large windows overlooking forest and mountains, hanging fireplace No. 37Materials Sleep Temperature and Humidity: The Natural Materials That Keep Rest StableOverheating and humidity are two of the most common reasons sleep breaks. Discover how natural fibres help regulate temperature and keep the bed feeling dry. Luxury handmade mattress with bicolor white and orange cover in modern bedroom setting No. 36Materials The Bed You Deserve: Natural Materials, Quiet Craftsmanship, Lasting SleepA bed is not just furniture. Discover Midsummer Milano’s natural mattresses and bed systems, handcrafted in Italy and finished in Loro Piana Interiors fabrics. Luxury white mattress with a red throw blanket, modern bedroom decor, artisanal bedding No. 35Materials Loro Piana Interiors Fabrics: Timeless Comfort, Season After Season White horse standing beside a luxury mattress on a platform bed outdoors in nature No. 34Materials Horsehair in Mattresses: What It Is, Benefits, and Long-Term Durability Round luxury bed with natural fabric in a historic stone vaulted room with rustic columns No. 33Materials Why Loro Piana Fabrics Define the True Meaning of Luxury Close-up of a luxury white pillow-top mattress with quilted surface and orange bed base No. 32Materials The Topper: The Hidden Luxury of a Perfect Bed Luxury bed with white bedding beside ocean view window, decorative vase on nightstand No. 31Materials Seasonal Comfort: The Secret of Midsummer’s Summer and Winter Sides Natural wool fibers scattered on a concrete floor beside wooden crates in a dimly lit workshop No. 30Materials From Italy to New Zealand: the Journey to the purest woolFrom Italy to New Zealand, our search for rare, authentic materials led us to Wisewool. Working closely with local farms, their traceable wool is resilient, breathable,... Luxury handmade mattress and pillow with botanical fabric design on wooden floor No. 29Materials Italian Rest, Wrapped in Loro Piana InteriorsMidsummer Milano creates luxury beds and mattresses, handmade from natural materials. Italian design, artisanal savoir-faire, and comfort born from time and beauty. Black and white photo of two adult horses and a foal in a field under a cloudy sky No. 28Materials WOW: A world of wonder Artisan hand-cutting fabric with scissors on a worktable, tape measure nearby, in studio No. 27Materials Wrap Yourself in the Romance of Italian Fabrics Luxury white duvet with quilted pattern displayed on a premium mattress against a red wall No. 26Materials Experience Luxury and Innovation with Our Cruelty-Free Alpaca/Cashmere Duvet Black and white close-up of a llama with long fur in natural outdoor light. No. 25Materials Discover the Blissful Wellness Benefits of Handmade Alpaca Mattresses The Importance of Natural Materials in Children's Bedding - midsummer-milano No. 24Materials The Importance of Natural Materials in Children's Bedding Luxury, tufted mattress topper on a premium bed base, soft texture, warm orange background. No. 23Materials Elevate your sleep with a Midsummer-Milano topperIn the pursuit of the perfect night's sleep, we're thrilled to introduce our luxurious mattress toppers that promise to elevate your comfort and transform your bedtime... Fluffy alpaca standing in a golden field with mountains in the background No. 22Materials The Wisdom of Nature: Why Choose Natural Materials?Sleep is no longer just a nightly ritual—it's an odyssey. So, buckle up, as you navigate the world of natural sleep solutions, may your journey be... Four vicuñas lying on rocky desert terrain with dry brush in the background No. 21Materials Introducing the Vicuña Mattress: A Luxurious Haven of Wellness Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera's Bedroom: A Haven of Art and Passion - midsummer-milano No. 20Materials Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera's Bedroom: A Haven of Art and Passion Cozy Hygge bedroom No. 19Materials Hygge Bedroom Ideas: Creating Cozy Spaces The definition of productivity No. 18Materials Creating a Productive Bedroom: Designing Your Space for Efficiency and Focus Painting of a cozy bedroom with a wooden bed, chairs, and table in a bright, colorful style. No. 17Materials Famous Bedrooms: Van Gogh Flower crown with white, yellow, and purple blossoms on green grass outdoors No. 16Materials The Magic of MidsummerMidsummer's greetings from Midsummer-Milano. Join us as we explore the parallels between our commitment to sustainability and the rich traditions of Midsummer's celebration.  Young girl in plaid jacket standing in grassy field with flock of sheep, natural wool source No. 15Materials Sustainable DesignAt Midsummer, we believe that sustainability is not just a trend, but a way of life. That's why we're committed to using only the most precious... Sweet Dreams Are Made of This - midsummer-milano No. 14Materials Sweet Dreams Are Made of This Do you need a boxspring? - midsummer-milano No. 13Materials Do you need a boxspring? Close-up of llama eating grass behind wooden fence outdoors No. 12Materials Why Vicuña is a dream fiber Vintage electric fan on a windowsill in front of iron bars, black and white photo No. 11Materials Too Hot To sleep? Woman with blonde hair in striped shirt lying face down on luxury bed No. 10Materials If the Number was enough Midwinter or Midsummer - midsummer-milano No. 9Materials Midwinter or Midsummer"I wonder if the snow loves the trees and fields, that it kisses them so gently? And then it covers them up snug, you know, with... Luxury mattress with brown upholstery under blooming cherry blossom trees in a spring garden No. 8Materials An ode to lightness and delicacySleeping is the beginning of a journey to the world of dreams, a journey that starts in the bedroom and takes us to our inner self.... Young child in a blue sweater holding a brown baby goat outdoors on rocky ground No. 7Materials Loro Piana Interiors: a symbol of excellence Black sheep with curled horn standing on grassy hill, rocky coastline in background No. 6Materials Not all wool is created equal Black sheep with thick wool standing in snowy field with snow-covered trees in background No. 5Materials Not all materials are created equal Woman sleeping peacefully on a luxury bed with soft white bedding No. 4Materials Your Bed Two long-haired yaks with large curved horns resting on grassy field outdoors. No. 3Materials Our luxurious Yak hair handmade mattress Our Ultra Dry Mattress - midsummer-milano No. 2Materials Our Ultra Dry Mattress  Our Ultra Dry mattress has a unique padding made up of fibers extracted from the leaves of several palm trees, mainly Chamaerops humilis. It grows... In a far-away land sheep and penguins live together in harmony – the Falkland Islands - midsummer-milano No. 1Materials In a far-away land sheep and penguins live together in harmony – the Falkland Islands  We are really passionate about creating the most comfortable mattresses you can dream of, so we decided to offer a new wool for the custom...
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