The Best Pajamas for Lounging and Sleeping in 2024

Best Long-Sleeve Pajama Set: If you’re down to invest in a higher-end pair of pajamas, let SELF’s editor in chief explain why these are the ones to add to your cart: “I finally splurged on these after seeing them recommended online for years, and they absolutely live up to the hype: They are soft, flowy, and make me feel like a Nancy Meyers heroine on days when my chronic illness flares up and makes it hard to leave the house,” she says. “I’m a big believer in putting on nice, comfy ‘day pajamas’ for days when you're planning to bed rot—you’ll feel less grimy, which can make it easier to truly luxuriate.”

Available in sizes XS to XXL

Best Lightweight Pants: These thin, cotton pajamas are the solution when I want to wear long pants during the winter but need ones that won’t contribute to my occasional night sweats. They’re super lightweight and loose on the legs without drowning me in fabric. I own a couple pairs and reach for them first after doing laundry (a true litmus test for whether you really love a piece of clothing).

Available in sizes XXS to XXL

Best Lightweight Shorts: These roomy, breathable boxers are the ultimate sleep shorts. Reviewers say the material is supersoft and high-quality enough to hold up after a bunch of washes. Plus: pockets!

Available in sizes XXS to 3X

Best Silk Pajamas: These understated sexy pj’s from Lunya have the same luxurious vibe as silk sheets, but you can take them out of the bedroom. (And you’ll want to—the soft sheen of the mulberry silk makes this the kind of lounge outfit you want to be seen in.) Major convenience factor: They’re machine washable, which isn’t the case for all pajamas made of this material.

Available in sizes XS to 2X

Best Flannel Pajamas: Warm flannel pj’s are part of the cold-climate starter pack, and “nothing compares” to this soft, cozy pair in particular, according to one L.L. Bean reviewer. If you like a relaxed fit, these are the ones for you.

Available in sizes XS to XL in regular, petite, plus, and tall

Best Print Pajamas: SummerSalt’s best-selling Cloud 9 pajamas are loved by reviewers for their variety of cute prints, as well as their cool, silky feel. They come in several different styles—short sets, boyfriend shirts, slip dresses, and robes—so if you fall in love with a pattern, you can get it in whatever style you like the most.

Available in sizes XS to 2X

Best Fitted Pajamas: If you toss and turn a lot at night, loose pajamas can get twisted up and be a pain, so pjs with a snug fit and legging-like bottoms might be more comfortable. Reviewers say this cotton pair from Amazon is “super, supersoft and lightweight,” and they appreciate the ankle and wrist cuffs for sealing out chilly drafts.

Available in sizes XXS to 4X

Best Dress: We’re here for not wearing pants unless you absolutely have to, and this elevated version of a big comfy T-shirt can help you do just that, either in bed or during chill days at home. Be warned: This sleep dress might put all of your other pj’s to shame, given that it’s the “softest night shirt ever,” according to one reviewer.

Available in sizes XS to XXXL