Organic cotton pyjamas & loungewear
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Cotton pyjamas in organic cotton, in long sleeve sets, short sets and pyjama bottoms you can wear around the house.Cotton pyjamas in organic cotton, in long sleeve sets, short sets and pyjama bottoms you can wear around the house. Organic cotton pyjamas breathe and soften with every wash, so they suit warm sleepers too. Choose by season, then by print.
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Why cotton pyjamas sleep better
Cotton pyjamas breathe, absorb moisture and feel soft against skin, which is why they suit most sleepers better than polyester. The catch is that conventional cotton relies heavily on pesticides, and many sleepwear labels skip the detail. Organic cotton pyjamas use cotton grown without synthetic pesticides. AMOKA DALO makes its pyjamas in 100% organic cotton, and Komodo makes organic cotton pyjama sets and bottoms in plain colours and a classic check. Cotton that breathes helps you stay comfortable through the night, rather than waking hot or clammy. That matters more as the bedroom warms up in summer, when synthetic sleepwear tends to trap heat.
Long sets, short sets and pyjama bottoms
An organic cotton pyjama set with long sleeves and trousers suits winter, while a short set with short sleeves suits warm summer nights. AMOKA DALO makes both, in floral and Serengeti prints and a blue and white print, so printed cotton pyjamas are easy to find. Organic cotton pyjama bottoms on their own pair with a favourite tee and double as organic cotton loungewear for slow weekend mornings.
Fit and fabric weight
Pyjamas should be loose enough to move in without twisting. Check the waistband, which should be soft and elasticated or have a drawstring, and the leg length, which should clear the floor. Cuffed ankles stay put better than open hems if you tend to kick off the covers. Lightweight cotton suits summer, while a heavier weave or brushed cotton feels cosier in winter. A button-front top is easier to put on after a shower, and details such as piping or a chest pocket make a set feel a little more special as a gift. If you share a bed, a short set and a long set in the same print make a nice pair. Organic Pyjamas gathers every organic style.
Caring for organic cotton pyjamas
Wash pyjamas on a cool cycle and dry them on a line to keep them soft and stop shrinkage. Wash printed sets inside out to protect the print. Keep warm feet with Slippers and soft pairs from Socks, and see Underwear for bamboo and organic cotton basics.
Common questions
Are cotton pyjamas good for hot sleepers?
Yes. Cotton is breathable and absorbs moisture, so cotton pyjamas feel cooler than synthetic sleepwear. For very warm nights, choose a short set in a lightweight weave.
What is the difference between organic cotton pyjamas and regular cotton?
Organic cotton pyjamas use cotton grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilisers. They feel and wash the same as regular cotton, but the fibre is grown in a way that is better for farmland and farm workers.
Can I wear pyjama bottoms as loungewear?
Yes. Organic cotton pyjama bottoms with a soft waistband pair well with a tee or sweatshirt for lounging at home. Many people buy an extra pair for that reason.
How do I stop cotton pyjamas from shrinking?
Wash them on a cool or 30 degree cycle and line dry. Avoid high tumble dryer settings, which are the main cause of cotton shrinking.
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