M&S has cooling bedding from £15 just as temperatures soar

If you've spent the past week kicking off the covers, opening every window and desperately searching for the cool side of the pillow, you're not alone. While a well-placed fan and some clever window management can help take the edge off soaring temperatures, there's one sleep hack we're particularly excited about: cooling bedding.

Enter M&S' Stay Cool range. Designed to help create a fresher, more comfortable sleeping environment, it could be the secret to staying cool during the heatwave.

The collection includes pillowcases, fitted sheets, flat sheets, duvet covers, duvets and pillows all made from breathable fabrics that help wick away moisture. But if the current heatwave has you questioning why duvets were ever invented, we'd recommend turning your attention to the flat sheets. Lightweight and airy, they're ideal for those nights when even a 4.5-tog feels ambitious.

Unlike many summer bedding collections, M&S has resisted the temptation to lean into fussy prints and busy patterns. Instead, the Stay Cool range focuses on neutral shades and plain, simple bedding that will work effortlessly in any bedroom. For the pattern lovers among you, a decorative throw and a few statement cushions can easily be added for contrast.

The cooling credentials don't stop at bedding either. M&S has also applied its Cool Comfort technology to pyjamas, designed to help make warm, sticky nights that little bit more comfortable. Available in both short and long styles, they're a practical addition to your summer sleep set-up.