Fine bedding always makes a wonderful, unexpected gift. Who doesn't love the cool, smooth feel of high-quality cotton sheets? Italian linens make a perfect gift for any number of occasions. They're a romantic yet practical gift for weddings, wedding anniversaries, and Valentine's Day; they're an unusual yet welcome gift for birthdays; and they're the perfect housewarming present. Italian linens can even make a terrific graduation gift, a symbol of the bounty to come.

If you're in search of the perfect Italian linens to give as gifts, look no further than the Frette Hotel Collection. Frette is well-known as one of the finest makers of linen in all the world. This distinguished company is nearly 150 years old, and has created linens by appointment to Her Majesty the Queen Mother, Margherita of Savoy; His Majesty King Vittorio Emanuele III; and His Royal Highness the Duke of Aosta.

The Frette Hotel Collection features two distinct styles: double piping and scallop edges. The scallop edge sheets, shams, quilts, and duvet covers are so lovely. Choose from light blue, sand, or white edging. White edging on white bedding is perennially chic; light blue edging draws attention to the pretty detailing of the scallop. This is a feminine, timeless design.

Truly great bedding costs a bit more than ordinary bedding, but we believe it's well worth it. After all, well-made sheets and other Italian linens last for years. the difference of 40 or 50 dollars becomes less than negligible as the years go by, but the difference in quality remains.