With so many bedding start ... that come with a fitted sheet, a flat sheet, and two pillowcases, but I’ve noted if pieces are sold separately. And all prices listed are for queen-size sheets ...

That’s why, for owners of queen beds ... one flat sheet, one fitted sheet and two pillowcases. You can pick from nine rich colors, including dark gray, purple, beige and lake blue.

(Several of the brands featured below offer dozens of colorways: Pottery Barn has 41 shades, ranging from “pink tulip” to cornflower blue ... a queen-size set that includes a fitted sheet ...

While you may choose to skip the top sheet for comfort reasons or simply to make your bed-making routine a little easier, one thing is certain: It’s always good to use a fitted sheet.