I have wanted a Hudson's Bay Blanket for years. The kids have left home and I finally ordered one. It's heavy but soft and warm. I don't have to have as many blankets on the bed to keep warm.
While I am not terribly fond of the colors (Bean only offers one choice) this is a warm, heavy blanket that is generously sized. I am using the queen blanket on a full sized bed and there is lots of blanket for tucking on all sides. The wool isn't scratchy but is also not a blanket one would snuggle up with on the couch. The blanket is sturdy yet pliable, and warm but not sweat-inducing like many synthetic blankets. If I could buy the blanket in a more neutral color, to match our bedding, I would buy another one. Great investment for my family.
I have been wanting to buy this blanket for the last 2 years, and kept thinking oh it is too expensive, and i will wait. Well I just purchased the Hudson Blanket and received it at the end of May, just in time for the 40 degree weather we had at the beginning of June! I have to say I should have not waited; I love my blanket and so glad I have it. I know it is pricey, but it is totally worth it! Also as other reviewers have said it has an interesting history. LL Bean I love all your products, and I couldn't be happier! The blanket is thick, warm, and I love the cream color with the stripes it makes the blanket!
It was so cold during the blizzards of 2015 that my usual standby blanket of goose down just wasn't enough. I added this blanket under it and that did the trick. It feels light and doesn't itch. As the weather warms up I will use this blanket alone as it is very good looking.
