Being in a fine mess

You probably know this expression, but do you know where it comes from? To understand it, we have to go back to the Middle Ages. At that time, there were no FAST fashion stores or designers, and the clothes that we called clothes were represented by sheets.

The origin of the expression to be in a fine mess

Grey sheets, of bright or shimmering colors depending on social class. But tradition dictated that one should dress of white sheets as a form of penance or to display a fault. It was, dressed in this color which represents purity and innocence, that we brought out the black that was in us!

And it was usually reserved for adulterous women (the persecution of women is not recent, alas). Women accused of lust had to wear white sheets and wander the streets before being thrown in prison. Nice times!

In the past it was customary to say “to be in beautiful white sheets“Today the adjective white has disappeared, but the meaning of the expression être dans des beaux draps has not changed.

Until the end of the 17th century, “put a person in beautiful white sheets” meant to criticize him.”To be in beautiful white sheets” therefore meant that one was subject to mockery, that one was in a bad situation.

Today the term “white” has disappeared, but the meaning of the expression has not changed.

Basically, if you're in trouble, you're facing some trouble.

My beautiful white sheets

You can imagine that I am not going to talk to you about lust or repression for adultery in this article! But from my new sheets which make me have dreamy nights!

When the Wopilo brand contacted me to offer me to test a set of sheets and pillows, I was delighted, because I have always appreciated the softness and aesthetics bed linen.

Sheet sets at Wopilo

It is first of all the meeting of organic and high-end. The brand's credo: “doing better with what nature offers us”.

Several months of development have enabled us to discover the ideal material combining quality, softness and eco-responsibility.

Why the choice of organic cotton?

Organic cotton cultivation respects the environment by using neither pesticides nor GMOs. It remains in symbiosis with nature without polluting water or land. All of the brand's bed linen is GOT (Global Organic Textile Standard) certified. This is the most demanding label for organic and responsible manufacturing.

My choice at Wopilo

I chose one white duvet cover and one fitted sheet decorated with small navy blue leaves, and for a more original effect I took navy pillowcases. This set goes perfectly with the bohemian atmosphere of my guest room.

The interest of this site : you can choose and compose your own sets. Nothing is imposed and this allows you to create your own decoration according to your tastes.

Curling up in these sheets and under this duvet cover is pure bliss and it's very difficult to get out of them in the morning!

The brand also sent me two special pillows and really very different from what you can find in general stores.

The special feature of pillows

These are ergonomic pillows, the cover is made of cotton percale and the filling is made of microfibers. The memory foam core is guaranteed to be free of substances harmful to health.

And, of course, an anti-bacterial treatment is placed inside each pocket.

Pillows that provide unparalleled comfort for both the back and neck.

What I found great and very original, the pillows come with an extra pocket foam that keeps them always inflated.

Pillows lose their density over time, and with this system we can sleep perfectly for a very long time.

The dream! That’s the case to say it for bed sets!

These pillows are made in France in a century-old workshop. I particularly appreciated the delivery, the sheet set was in a pretty matching pouch and a few bags of organic herbal tea slipped into the package.

Truly flawless for this brand which also stands out for the originality of its marketing, just go to the site to find out. Or follow their account Instagram to be inspired by their advice.

They have just released a range of children's bed linen and I will soon be ordering a set for my little girl Juliette's sweet and tender nights!

I'm not big on compliments, but this is… a feat both in terms of quality, aesthetics and the way of communicating.

I love the little sheep that immediately make me want to get back to my pretty sheets and prove the adage “to be in beautiful sheets” wrong!

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