The Best Men's Sleepwear Brands In The World

What do you think the best-dressed men in the world do when they turn in? Slide out of their immaculately tailored suits and into a pair of fraying Y-fronts and a faded Aerosmith T-shirt? Of course not, because these men know that dressing well doesn&#;t stop when you cross the threshold of your home. It&#;s for you and how it makes you feel. Not anybody else. That&#;s why good sleepwear is every bit as important as the rest of your wardrobe.

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The best sleepwear brands blend luxury and comfort seamlessly, creating garments that allow you to unwind in style. Indulgent tops, bottoms and robes that make bedtime even more appealing.

So, what are these brands? And what else does the average man need to know before leaping into the world of sleepwear? In this guide, we&#;ll address these questions and more as we delve into one of menswear&#;s most criminally overlooked sub genres.

What Is Sleepwear?

Contrary to the name, sleepwear is more than simply clothing to be slept in. Buy well, and you&#;ll find yourself spending just as much time in it during waking hours. It&#;s loungewear essentially. The difference is that you don&#;t have to change out of it when you hit the sack.

We know what you&#;re thinking: &#;Well, that&#;s just pyjamas,&#; and yes, pyjamas do fall under the umbrella of sleepwear. However, the category also includes things like dressing gowns, bath robes and slippers.

Types Of Sleepwear

There are lots of different types of clothing that fit the bill. From summer PJs to cosy bathrobes, here are the key ones you need to know.

Traditional Pyjamas

When you hear the word &#;pyjamas&#; this is probably what you&#;re picturing. Traditional pyjamas consist of a loose-fitting button-up top and a pair of relaxed drawstring pants. They&#;re usually made of soft, comfortable non-stretchy fabrics and can be either patterned or plain.

Modern Pyjamas

Modern pyjamas tend to offer more stretch than traditional pyjamas and are often made of soft cottons like jersey and pima with a little elastane blended in. They consist of a crew-neck top and elasticated bottoms.

Short Pyjamas

The clue is in the name. Short pyjamas can be either of the above but with short sleeves and legs. This makes them a more practical option in the summer months or for those who live in warmer areas.

Slippers

The increase in people working from home has highlighted the importance of a good pair of slippers. These cosy house shoes are the sneakers of the sleepwear world: comfortable, easy to wear and an absolute must for every man.

Robes

A robe is any sort of long wraparound garment designed to be worn over the pyjamas. They can be light and airy for the summer or thick and towel-like for throwing on when you hop out of the shower in winter.

Sleepwear Purchasing Considerations

Don&#;t just dive straight in and buy the first pyjamas you see. First, take heed of the following points in order to find the garments that will work best for you.

Material

Probably the most important point to consider when selecting sleepwear is the fabric from which it&#;s made. This has a profound impact on the comfort of a garment and what&#;s best will vary greatly depending on your average local temperatures and the time of year.

For warm weather, materials like linen are light and breathable to keep you cool throughout the night. In colder temperatures, brushed cotton, silk and wool blends are excellent insulators and still extremely comfortable.

Price

Sleepwear varies in price a lot. It&#;s entirely possible to get a serviceable set of PJs for next to nothing, but when you start looking at luxury brands using premium materials, the prices tend to be a bit higher. Generally speaking, for a luxury pyjama set you can expect to pay north of £100, often a fair bit more.

That said, there is a point of diminishing returns. So, if you&#;re looking at options for several-hundred pounds, you&#;re probably getting fleeced, regardless of what they&#;re made from.

Fit

Don&#;t overlook fit when it comes to sleepwear. It&#;s one of the most important factors. These types of garments should be loose and comfortable, allowing freedom of movement while sleeping or just lounging around.

The Best Sleepwear Brands For Men

There are countless labels making sleepwear options but only a select few really dedicate themselves to it. Below is a handpicked edit of our favourite sleepwear brands &#; the ones we feel do it better than anyone else, ranging from high-end luxury to timeless classics.

Hamilton & Hare

Hamilton & Hare uses premium materials with a focus on sustainability, manufacturing its products in Portugal &#; a country renowned for its textile industry. Here you&#;ll find all the classic sleepwear styles with a premium twist, ranging from luxurious pyjama sets to dressing gowns and slippers.

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CDLP

Swedish label CDLP brings that typically clean and minimalist Scandinavian aesthetic and applies it to everything from underwear to pyjama sets. The result is a range of seriously stylish sleepwear that&#;ll suit those who favour modernity over tradition.

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Derek Rose

This British luxury sleepwear brand specialises in making your evening routine as lavish as feasibly possible. For almost a century, the label has been honing its craft and is now well known for producing some of the best pyjamas and loungewear in the world.

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Desmond & Dempsey

If you&#;re a fan of wild prints on your sleepwear then you&#;ll love what Desmond & Dempsey is doing. From intricate florals to outlandish (but tasteful) novelty prints, these patterned PJs are full of personality and oozing quality. Don&#;t worry, there are plenty of plain options too if you prefer things a bit more subtle.

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Liberty London

Speaking of colourful prints, historic London haberdasher Liberty is well known for its intricately patterned fabrics. Alongside shirts, pocket squares and ties, Liberty also creates some stunning pyjamas bearing its signature designs. Well worth a look if you like your sleepwear loud.

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Turnbull & Asser

When it&#;s not making shorts for 007, Jermyn Street&#;s Turnbull & Asser can be found crafting some seriously luxurious sleepwear. As you&#;d expect from such a historic British brand, T&A specialises in traditional pyjamas sets which it handcrafts in the UK with the same meticulous attention to detail as its shirts and ties.

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Calvin Klein

Arguably no brand in the world is as synonymous with sleepwear as Calvin Klein. The American label makes some of the most iconic underwear and loungewear on the planet and has plentiful options spanning everything from PJs to dressing gowns.

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Cleverly Laundry

Cleverly Laundry is a label dedicated to making silky soft cotton things for your house, including sheets, towels, robes and sleepwear. Everything is handmade in Portugal and the quality is first rate. If you&#;re looking for premium night-time garb in simple block colours, there are few brands better equipped to deliver.

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Sunspel

British brand Sunspel is, in our humble opinion, one of the very best basics brands out there. The designs are timeless, the cuts are immaculate and the quality is second to none. Luckily for you, the label&#;s remit extends beyond daytime staples and to loungewear and sleepwear too. Expect beautifully soft cotton, simple styling and fantastic quality to boot.

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The White Company

The White Company has been specialising in loungewear for more than 20 years, but robes are where the brand really excels itself. Thick and heavy with super-soft towelling fabric, they&#;re ideal for getting wrapped up on winter evenings or throwing on for breakfast and pottering around the house on lazy Sunday mornings.

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Slipping into a soft pair of pajamas after a long day feels pretty sweet, and when you find a pair that you love, it can be tempting to wear them over and over again. But before you know it, a few days have passed and you realize your PJs are feeling a little bit less than fresh.

The following question then looms in the air: How often are you supposed to wash your pajamas? And how do you wash them regularly but still keep them in the best shape? Stumped? So were we, so we polled a few laundry and textile pros for some expert tips.

But that's not all. This morning, Shop All Day contributor Chassie Post stopped by the show to share her PJ essentials for the whole family in honor of National Pajama Day. Even better? Soma is offering a 50% off discount on their tops and pants in six colors &#; no code needed at checkout!

National Pajama Day essentials seen on TODAY

How often should you wash your pajamas?

Everyone has their own standards when it comes to rewearing clothes. But from a health perspective, are there any concerns about wearing the same set of pajamas for several nights in a row? The answer isn&#;t exactly cut and dry, according to chief physician editor Neha Pathak, MD.

&#;There isn&#;t a specific scientific study or data that helps inform guidance for how often you should wash your pajamas. Washing frequency depends on a variety of factors,&#; the pro says. Here are a few to consider:

• The material of the pajamas: &#;Synthetic fibers like polyester, nylon and elastane are particularly attracted to natural greases and oils like sebum. In fact, we refer to synthetic fibers as dirt and odor magnets. Any garments that are fully synthetic or contain synthetic fibers are more likely to get smellier faster,&#; fabric care scientist Jennifer Ahoni explains.
• Temperature/climate: &#;It also depends on what the temperature is like when you sleep. In hot climates or during hot weather months, you likely sweat more if you don&#;t have air conditioning, so your PJs may require more frequent washing during those times,&#; the expert explains.
• Personal preference/hygiene: &#;We know that when you sleep in your PJs for hours every night they&#;re collecting sweat, body oils, dead skin cells and potentially allergens and bacteria that may then accumulate,&#; Pathak says. &#;As a general rule of thumb, washing regularly is important. How frequently depends on personal preference taking into account these factors for your own personal comfort level.&#;

That said, experts have varying opinions when it comes to this laundry conundrum.

Meurice Garment Care CEO Wayne Edelman prefers to wash pajamas after each use, &#;as any garment worn next to the skin should.&#;

On the other hand, Ahoni &#; as well as the American Cleaning Institute &#; suggests washing pajamas every three wears. &#;If you sweat a lot while sleeping, you may want to increase this frequency. Simply said, our bodies produce a lot of gross, stinky stuff that ends up on our clothing, pajamas included,&#; she says.

How much do you really sweat while you sleep?

Earlier this year, Al Roker surprised his 3rd Hour of TODAY co-hosts when he said that the average person excretes about a cup of sweat during an average night of sleeping. We were curious to know: Is that true? And if so, does that mean we should be changing our pajamas after each use?

"In one day, even without even working out, your body produces one liter of sweat, 10 grams of salt, 40 grams of grease and sebum (body oil) and 10 grams of skin cells and flakes," Ahoni offers.

The bottom line? It all boils down to personal preference, but you're better off switching out your PJs every few wears.

Are there any negative health side effects associated with infrequent pajama washing?

Luckily, rewearing your pajamas for days on end won&#;t make you sick. But it can lead to the following undesirable side effects and affect your personal hygiene, according to Pathak.

• Skin irritation: &#;Remember that all that sweat, body oils and other bodily secretions can build up and can become a breeding ground for bacteria and fungi that can then come in contact with your skin,&#; the expert says. On top of all that, if you&#;re not washing your PJs enough, you might see a buildup of allergens like dust mite, pollen and pet dander that can irritate your skin or cause a runny nose and sneezing when you&#;re trying to sleep.
• Odor: &#;This collection of bodily secretions can also lead to an odor in the clothes that may impact your sleep,&#; the expert says.

Laundry tips for washing pajamas

Determined to keep your favorite pajamas in the best possible shape? Keep this laundry guide with expert tips handy!

• Find the right detergent for you: &#;You can use liquid, powder or pods, whatever you prefer. For items you are handwashing or pre-treating, you should use liquid detergent. For a large load of all your family&#;s pajamas, pods are a great option to give you more cleaning power. Also make sure to check the garment care label for the best drying instructions,&#; Ahoni suggests.
• The way you dry matters: &#;Drying in the dryer 80% of the way tends to make pajamas softer vs. air-drying,&#; Edelman tells us. &#;Air-drying is great, however it leaves the pajamas stiff. You can always tumble them in a cool dryer to soften them for a few minutes if you do end up air-drying.&#;
• Use a protective laundry bag: &#;Typically you want to wash delicates, including some pajamas, in a separate load from other items, particularly heavier items, like towels or denim, to prevent abrasion and damage to finer fabrics. Using a laundry garment bag additionally helps protect from the agitation and abrasion that can happen in the wash,&#; Ahoni says.
• Consider the fabric: &#;Silk pajamas will likely require much different care than cotton pajamas. Always check the garment care label for the best laundry guidance,&#; Ahoni says.
• Try washing in cold water: &#;In addition to being more sustainable, washing in cold can help you save...on your energy bill. Washing in cold is also better for prolonging the life of your garments and can help prevent fading,&#; Ahoni says.

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Laundry tips for most common pajama materials

Wondering how to wash specific pajama materials? Here&#;s a go-to guide:

• Cotton: &#;Since cotton items tend to wrinkle and shrink easily, they are usually combined with other fibers. Because of this mix, no cotton garment is created equal so check the fabric care instructions on the tags before washing,&#; Ahoni says. The laundry pro recommends washing in cold water on a gentle cycle and tumble dry using a gentle cycle.
• Silk: &#;Silk pajamas may require handwashing or may be dry clean only,&#; Ahoni says. When washing silks at home, the expert suggested avoiding chlorine bleach, the tumble dry cycle and direct sunlight drying.
• Polyester/linen: &#;Make sure to check the care label for the recommended guidance on the specific garment. The good news is that most polyester and linen items are machine-washable. If the specific pajamas are machine-washable, you can follow similar guidance to washing cotton: wash in cold water using a gentle cycle and if the care label allows for drying, tumble dry on a low temperature,&#; Ahoni says.

New pajamas to try

Available in seven colors, this jersey tee is a perfect top to go with your go-to lounge pants. It also doubles as a workout tee or nice layering piece, so you&#;ll get your money&#;s worth!

Vera Bradley might be known for its accessories, but the brand also makes a pretty adorable nightgown. This short-sleeve style comes in two prints and is made of a soft and stretchy cotton/spandex blend. We particularly love the high/low hem and the relaxed fit.

Prefer loungewear separates to PJ sets? These pants are a nice option with their spacious flare design and high-rise waistband. They&#;re available in three colors and are made with a stretchy rib-knit rayon blend that&#;s easy to move around in.

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Meet the experts

• Neha Pathak, MD, is the chief physician editor for health and lifestyle medicine for WebMD.
• Wayne Edelman is the CEO of Meurice Garment Care and CLEAN by Meurice based in New York City. He previously spoke to Shop TODAY on how to effectively wash white clothing.
• Jennifer Ahoni is the principal scientist for fabric care at Procter & Gamble.