The Best Pajamas for Women, According to a Comfort-Obsessed Editor

Bedtime should bring you bliss. In fact, so should all of your at-home lounging. The best pajamas for women are a great place to start when you’re upgrading your loungewear collection. Although chic home clothes are a year-round luxury, there’s something extra-cozy about indulging in some new styles as temperatures drop. Plus, PJs make foolproof gifts, whether you’re shopping for yourself or a loved one.

While trends come and go, four mainstays have stood the test of time: button-down sets, the ultimate timeless classics beloved by Midwestern grandpas and jet-setting influencers alike; silk pajamas, which offer je ne sais quoi luxury that makes your bedtime tea feel like a cocktail in Paris; pointelle pieces, nostalgic underlayers that are now trendy enough to leave the house; and robes, which provide a cozy post-bath lounging layer. Find our favorite picks of the moment in each category below.

The best pajamas for women, at a glance

The Amazon Gem

Flygo Striped Pajama Set

Polo Ralph Lauren Pointelle Stripe Cotton Pajamas

Best pajama sets

Considering these tailored classics work as cozy Sunday uniforms and fashion-show attire alike, it’s no wonder these bestsellers are at the top of our list. The streamlined simplicity allows these sets to become a staple for multiple generations (extra points if you spend the holidays matching your loved ones). When it comes to picking out a coordinated pajama set, look for fabrics and prints that fit your style. A cotton striped combo is timeless, while a cozy shorts set is perfect for lounging around the house.

Old Navy Sunday Sleep Knit Jersey Pant Set

Nordstrom Classic Cotton Pajamas

Skims Soft Lounge Short Sleep Set

J.Crew Classic Pajama Pant Set in End-On-End Cotton

Best silk pajamas

Silk PJs, like silk sheets and pillowcases, are the little luxury that will change your pajama game forever. While the material comes at a slightly higher premium than their cotton or modal counterparts, the liquid-smooth fabric will transport you to a suite in the fanciest hotel—even if you can easily touch your studio apartment’s oven from your bed. Opt for a playful camisole and tap shorts set, slip into a sumptuous button-down and sleep pants pairing, or go for washable duos from Lunya and Quince; there’s no wrong answer when it comes to this temperature-regulating, and ultra-soft category.

Quince 100% Washable Silk Satin Lace Cami Pajama Top and Shorts

Petite Plume Silk Short Sleeve and Shorts Pajama Set

Lilysilk Gold Piping Silk Pajamas Set

Eberjey Washable Silk Lace Cami & Short Set

Reformation Ella Silk Pajama Set

Lunya Washable High Waist Silk Pajamas

Best pointelle pajamas

Most remember the delicate cotton pointelle designs of childhood underwear and leggings. Now, trendy pointelle pajamas are a grown-up favorite, offered in myriad silhouettes: oversized T-shirts, sleep shirts, joggers, and shorts alike. With subtle stitched detailing and the most comfortable, lightweight material, pointelle pajamas are a must-have for all, especially if you and your friends order matching sets for an adult sleepover—a cozy throwback.

Honeydew Blissful Pointelle Pajamas

Mango Two-Piece Openwork Cotton Pajamas

Florence by Mills Cozy Cush Easy Tee and Sweet Pointelle Pant

Polo Ralph Lauren Pointelle Stripe Pajamas

Dôen Loren Pointelle Short

Aerie Off-Duty Pointelle Tank Top

Aerie Off-Duty Pointelle Boxer

Best robes for women

If you haven’t already done so, it’s time to invest in a robe for luxurious lounging. Some, crafted of cozy terry cloth or moisture-wicking waffle cotton, provide a cozy respite right after you’ve stepped out of the shower. Others, made of cotton modal or silk, offer an elegant at-home layer over pajamas and lingerie sets alike. While some might consider a robe an afterthought, others see their true potential as the must-have finishing touch to every at-home outfit.