The best men’s pajamas aren’t just for lounging around. The most stylish options add sexiness (pink linen with tiger print, who?!) without sacrificing comfort and ease of movement. But while comfort-enhancing features like elasticated waistbands and breathable fabrics like modal are great, your sleepwear should too be stylish enough that you’re not embarrassed to at least answer the door—and maybe even leave the house—wearing them. The right pajamas should be flexible all year round, from ultra-soft flannel pajama sets that will make you feel classy in the world, to silky lounge pants that can—and should! — wear, say, with big, button-up shoes and loafers.
That 5-pack of Hanes XXL t-shirts you ordered by accident and then remade into an evening outfit? Throw them away. That too-roomy, toothpaste-stained bathrobe you dread putting in the washing machine? Throw him too. (While you’re at it, ditch those ratty athletic joggers you wear to bed.) Step up your joggers by swapping out the short-sleeve t-shirt and sweatpants you’ve been sleeping in since school, and invest in a proper pair of pajamas. Don’t know where to start? You have come to the right place. To help you level up your loungewear, we’ve compiled a list of the hottest men’s pajamas on the market right now so you can lounge around in nappies for as long as you want.
A classic choice
The Bean’s selection of vibrant yarn-dyed sets are made from Portuguese flannel woven from longer staple cotton fibers designed to withstand the thick and thin of things.
Budget choice
Zon has dozens of cozy pajama sets, but Hanes’ beautiful plaid number, which is a bestseller on the site, is the most worth your time.
A summer-ready selection
When you think of pajama sets, your mind probably conjures up tons of toasty plaid flannels. But in the summer, when overheating is the number one obstacle to a good night’s sleep, they just won’t fly. The Cleverly brief is roomy and relaxed in lightweight, smooth cotton, designed for maximum sleeping comfort.
The best choice
Emma Willis, Jermyn Street’s legendary shirtmaker, cuts all her pajamas by hand in the brand’s Gloucester workshop, a no-nonsense display of craftsmanship that matches the label’s reputation for precision. Made from a cotton/cashmere blend, these bad boys are so soft that the hand-rolled hem and mother-of-pearl buttons will seem like an afterthought in comparison.
Enthusiasts’ Choice
Sleepy Jones has made a name for itself selling pajama sets designed as daytime wear. In the years since, the brand has perfected the ingredients that make its coordinating sets so great — like prints so eye-catching that it would be a shame to flaunt them in front of just your flatmates.
Choosing a devoted nightgown
Mr. Sandman had the right idea with his nightwear. A nightgown is a cross between a button-down collar and a blanket, and this one from P. Le Moult is made from soft cotton (the same fabric that makes your favorite polos) for a stretchy feel that won’t break you after a few washes. Oh, and did we mention the pockets?
The choice of a cool guy
Over the years, Jerry Lorenzo’s flair for light and comfortable items has seen them pair well with Fear of God’s slim, ’90s-inspired tailoring. So when the brand’s Essentials line debuted its first loungewear collection earlier last year, expectations were high, and it didn’t disappoint. It’s the kind of pajama set that FOG-obsessed dream about—a waffle-knit single-button T-shirt and trim sweatpants you’ll want to wear out and about—made from a luxurious cotton blend that feels just as good. as it looks.
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