![]() Nordstrom Rack has some now but they are 45” x 60” instead of the 54” x72” I reference here. I’m not sure if they go on sale around Black Friday or any other time, but I do know that they go on sale every year during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale and that you can usually find some at Nordstrom Rack. So I know that isn’t a straight answer of if I think it is worth it however, if it helps you understand my answer, know that I will probably buy another one as Nick (as well as the pets) fight me over this one. I would have an easier time justifying the price. I have no issue with Chinese factories however, it is well known that producing there is cheaper than the United States. When you think about it that way, a microfleece blanket probably costs $5 or less all in, which is why they can retail it for $20. People are obviously paying the price for them, so why not keep it at that price? I would guess they wholesale these blankets for $45 or $50, meaning that they’d cost about $20ish to make all in. I’m not sure of their margin and people can price things at whatever they want! It is clearly a luxury brand, so the pricing could be just to put them at the level they would like to be. Sure they can sell a microfleece blanket of this size for $20 as the bulk fabric was probably $2 or less a yard and the labor was minimal. Since this isn’t just a strip of fabric purchased and is a special knit, it makes sense that it is more expensive, as it takes more time. ![]() This blanket is 54" x 72" which is 4.5’ x 6’ which is 1.5 yards by 2 yards. Now it is a large piece knitted fabric verses a 1x1 rib knit or piece of cheap fleece, so I do expect it to be more expensive. This fiber content would typically resort in a lower price. I don’t have an issue with poly, but it is a manmade fabric and less expensive that say cashmere or even cotton. I have a hard time justifying with a black or white “yes it is worth it” or “no it is not worth it” for a few reasons. Overall, I DO like supporting small businesses and I DO consider them local, since I’m so close to Malibu and visit there frequently… both factors in whether or not I think something is worth the buy. If it is in your means, get it! If not, please don’t or just wait until you find one on sale. While I do think it is a very high quality blanket, I don’t think it is worth you going into debt to buy a $150 blanket. IS A BAREFOOT DREAMS BLANKET WORTH THE PRICE The fact that you can wash and dry it is a big deal. Yes, a lot of blankets are washable, but blankets of this caliber typically aren’t. Sure you could get a “pull’ in it if it gets caught on something, but even that would be able to fixed / hidden if you caught it in time. Really lack there of… The texture doesn’t allow for any pilling, which is what keeps it looking nice for so long. The weight of the knitted, textured threads definitely make it feel luxurious as well. It’s not a weighted blanket by any means, but it is heavier than a microfleece throw. Another reason why it is more than just a soft blanket is its weight. It’s the texture that keeps it looking as good as new if you take care of it properly. Not too loose to where air can get through, but loose enough to give it a unique texture and feel. In comparison to a regular microfleece blanket, a Barefoot Dreams blanket is loosely knitted. I think the biggest difference is that Barefoot Dreams doesn’t lose its softness over time. Buttttt there are a lot of soft blankets out there. It’s biggest sell factor is its softness. WHAT I LIKE ABOUT THE BAREFOOT DREAMS BLANKET ![]() I just found out about this and am planning to go soon. If you are already in love with the brand and are near LA, they have a retail store in Malibu. This collection was created by Annette and carried on my her husband. This chairty helps to find a cure for colon cancer. They also have a special collection called Covered in Prayer, which donates a portion of the proceeds to The WunderGlo Foundation. They have partnered with countless charities over the years like The Wunder Project, Baby2Baby, Northwell Health, Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Olive View at UCLA Medical Center and LAC+USC Medical Center. Her husband was determined to continue her brand and legacy and the fueled him to grow Barefoot Dreams into the brand you know it as today.īesides their story, I also really like that thy use their time and resources to give back. In 2012, she sadly lost her battle with cancer. Inspired by her 3 sons, it began as a children’s line, as it featured soft and cozy collections, perfect for kids. Barefoot Dreams was founded in Malibu (one of my favorite places) in 1994 by Annette Cook. I actually learned this after I purchased the product and finding these details out made me like it even more. I’m a sucker for a story and Barefoot Dreams has a good one.
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