Reviewers Love These 6 Plush Blankets, And They're Actually Machine-Washable

<p>I’m convinced there’s little that a cozy night in with a soft blanket can’t help with. Whenever I’m feeling sad, anxious or tired, wrapping myself up in a throw helps calm my nerves and feels like a healing hug. The only issue is when it comes time to wash your emotional support blanket. It enters your washer as the soft, furry throw you know and love, and leaves your dryer a mangled mess that looks like you found it on the side of the road. What’s a blanket-lover like myself to do? Source machine-washable, buttery-soft blankets that will hold their shape and not turn into blanket roadkill, of course. I’ve rounded up a bunch of plush blankets worth perusing, including splurge-worthy celebrity-beloved throws and luxurious yet affordable versions . Reviewers say these options hold their own against washers, staying as heavenly soft as the day they were bought. Read on for my top picks — you might just leave with your new go-to throw. HuffPost and its publishing partners may receive a commission from some purchases made via links on this page. Every item is independently curated by the HuffPost Shopping team. Prices and availability are subject to change. This throw blanket lives up to its name. It’s made of snuggly, lush polyester that will make your next movie night, phone call with your BFF or couch work session deliciously comfy (and decisively render this blanket your favorite throw, joining multiple reviewers). Best of all? Reviewers say it washes like a dream. You can choose between 11 colors that include staple neutrals and bright accents. Promising reviews: "I am the proud owner of this lovely blanket that was gifted to me by my daughter a few years ago. The texture of the blanket is still as soft and velvety as the day I received it , and the colors are just as vibrant. I was so impressed by the quality of the blanket that I ended up purchasing one as a graduation gift and eight more as Christmas presents for my loved ones. Despite washing, the blanket has retained its beauty, and it makes for a lovely addition to any room as a light throw. The only thing I would have preferred is if the blanket were a bit longer, but it still satisfies me immensely." — Singer7 "My absolute favorite . It’s smaller than I would like, but it stays soft wash after wash . Very durable and comfortable, a must have if you’re looking for a decorative throw or extra blanket in your guest room" — Vicflanagan Widely considered an affordable swap for blankets seven times the price, this cuddly, under-the-radar Bearberry throw will serve you year-round thanks to its cozy yet surprisingly lightweight microfiber build. Plus, it washes up so well that reviewers say the quality is even better post-laundering. It's available in up to four sizes and ten colors — plus in a checkered style and a fuzzy leopard print . Promising reviews: "This blanket is so cozy and comfy . The color is a perfect neutral and beautiful. It washes well and has held up great. My family always fights over it. I highly recommend this product!" — Acarlock76 "This blanket is everything! It is SO soft and cozy. It makes the perfect throw for decoration as well as just being lazy on the couch. I’ve washed mine over a dozen times and it looks brand new ! I also bought this as a gift for several people and they are all obsessed! 10/10 would recommend." — Sarah Mercado If you’re on a budget, you simply can’t go wrong with this plush Bedsure fleece blanket , which reviewers call heavenly and costs less than many a drink at your favorite bar or smoothie shop. It’s made of ultra-soft, buttery microfiber that you’ll love cuddling in morning, day or night, keeping you cozy and warm without feeling too heavy. It's available in many colors and 10 sizes. Promising review: "Everyone that knows me well (even those who have never even experienced the greatness of this product) knows what I'm referring to when I say 'cloud blanket' because I rave about this product so often! I own three different colors...The material is very very soft and warm. They've been through the washer and dryer over 15 times each and get abused daily by my dogs, who love to dig in them because they're just so fluffy. I have not seen any loss in quality with all this hard use. They're still the same color, softness, and thickness as the day I got them and they have maintained all structural integrity. If you often have to share your blanket with friends, family, animals, or house guests, I highly recommend the king size!! They're not too large to use on a couch but can also fit on a queen size bed, no problem. Best blanket I've ever owned or experienced. Worth every penny. Please don't ever stop selling these!" — KarL This irresistibly cozy Eddie Bauer blanket sports a unique design meant to emulate cottage living on one side and plush polar fleece on the other to keep you warm through chilly weather. Reviewers love it so much, they say they’re wrapped up in it every chance they get — and it's so comfy that their pets fight over who gets to sleep on it. It's available in up to seven patterns. Promising reviews: "I’m delighted with this product! Great design colors. The perfect weight to make you warm cozy! I washed dried them right away the shape color is still perfect . I bought FIVE of them have no regrets. Ready for cold weather!" — Lana "Absolutely love this. This throw blanket is so cuddly, soft, relaxing, cute and easy to care for . I have purchased 3 of them. Our lab loves to steal them and make nests in them . He will drag one from wherever he is and make a nest wherever we are. I love the design. The price is reasonable. I like cuddling up in then. Can you tell I love them. Great present also. I may have to buy another one .❤️‍" — Eileen CO If you gravitate towards textured pieces, this cozy Bedsure blanket is for you. Its checkered design is built right into the throw via its fluffy raised squares. Made with ultra-soft microfiber, it doesn't shed in the wash, according to reviewers, and comes in five sizes and 18 colors. Promising review: "I was shopping around online for an oversized supersoft and plush blanket specifically in a light grey color. This blanket checked all the marks! I washed it and threw it on my bed right away. After sleeping with it, it's super comfy and exactly what I was looking for. It's easy to wash so long as you follow instructions. The size and color is perfect for my needs! It's not too heavy but not too thin either. It keeps me warm and comfortable, and has a great amount of thickness. No shedding or issues at all. Perfect addition and would highly recommend! Perfect for any season and good for those people who get hot super easily or go back and forth between hot and cold . 10/10 and I will be buying again and gifting to family for upcoming holidays." — EmilyG Both luxuriously soft and luxurious in appearance, this fleece blanket has a raised striped pattern that’ll feel ultra-cozy against your skin while effortlessly elevating your decor. Plus, you can wash it over and over again and still maintain its plushness, according to reviewers. Grab it in 24 unique colors and eight sizes. Promising review: "I love this blanket so much. It’s extremely soft and warm and perfect for fall and winter months. I decided to use multiple blankets instead of a comforter and I don’t regret it! It washes well and doesn’t shred . It’s nice and oversized for my queen bed and for perfect. Can’t want to order more!" — Rachel Greenway This Bare Home blanket is made of two-sided micro-plush fleece, meaning it’s even thicker and warmer than regular fleece without the heaviness of cotton or scratchiness of wool. It’s buttery soft — staying as soft as the day you bought it, according to reviewers — and incredibly cozy and warm. It comes in 31 colors and up to eight sizes. Promising review: "I was very surprised and pleased with my new blankets. I purchased two of them for my home and then purchased two more for my grandchildren. They are very very soft and the colors are true and even more vibrant than the picture shows. I washed them and there was no shedding in the dryer and were as soft as when I took them out of the package . Definitely pleased" — Lynn This luxuriously soft blanket by brand JML is not only incredibly plush thanks to its generous polyester filling, but it’s also thermally insulated to help keep you extra warm and cozy. It’s perfect for your bedroom, guest room or TV area, and it’s even designed for outdoor use, too. It promises to be as simple as possible to clean, needing only a toss into your washing machine with cold water and a tumble dry on low. It’s available in eight rich colors and two sizes. Promising reviews: "Beautiful and so soft and cozy. Love them." — Lois "It is perfect and washed up great! !" — Justine My cat and I regularly fight over who gets to swaddle up in this incredibly soft Target throw . It's ideal for curling up with while working and relaxing; one reviewer captures my experience well: "I sleep in it, I wear it while I get ready, I have it on while I work at my desk, I’m obsessed with it." It's also famous among cat owners for prompting their cats to settle in for happy biscuit making, according to TikTokers and reviewers. (Making “biscuits,” when cats knead their paws and claws in a manner similar to kneading dough, signifies that your cat is content and relaxed, according to the American Animal Hospital Association .) I'm all about low-effort pieces, and in my experience this washes up beautifully: I pop it in on delicate, then dry it on low for ten minutes and it's good as new. You can grab it in eight colors. Promising review: "I don’t usually write reviews but this is the best purchase ever. I’ve bought about 20 over the last few years for different vacation properties that I’ve owned and rent out and my home. These are so soft and they wash well. Some we have had for years and they are still our favorite cozy blankets . The price for such an awesome blanket is crazy good. Get multiple colors!" — Jen The Barefoot Dreams blanket is so soft (illegally so, jokes one reviewer ) that it’s heralded by celebs like Oprah and the Kardashians . It’s made of plush, cozy microfiber that reviewers deem magically snuggly , and holds up well in the wash when put on a gentle cycle with low heat drying (when you can bear to part from it long enough for a wash, that is). It's available in up to 11 dreamy colors, and you can also grab it in a deliciously textured ribbed version at Amazon or Nordstrom . Promising review: "Maybe you, too, had a blankie like I did when I was a wee bit of a thing. I never thought I'd have that secure feeling of softness that envelopes one like a loving hug again, but this blanket fulfills the dream. I've bought two as gifts, three sweaters made of the same luscious microfiber, one receiving blanket, and finally gifted myself with a throw two years ago. I use it on the couch, wrapped around me on trips through the cold house, in bed... everywhere. It's like I'm five all over again. I do wash it when I can bear to be apart from it. The buttery soft microfiber washes perfectly. Remember, this is a company that got its start manufacturing baby-soft baby items, so it's not a surprise that they have succeeded so well in the adult throw market. I'm just silly about the thing ... it's that cozy." — Daisy Miller Related From Our Partner</p>