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Just like with most things, though, not all cotton plants are created equal. Egyptian cotton that grows along the Nile River produces the highest quality textiles because of its extra-long staples. 

Make sure you understand the distinction between a duvet and a duvet cover. It might not be easy to distinguish between the two primary components of a duvet set while shopping without prior knowledge. Keep in mind that the duvet is the fluffy blanket contained within the set, and the duvet cover is the warm shell surrounding the duvet. For a complete duvet set, you'll need both.