The best pyjamas for men guarantee total bedtime comfort (and style)
A quality pair of pyjamas is key to doing downtime right. Here, we bring you a selection of our favourite sets and singles to deliver a new sense of sophistication to your sleepwear
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What’s in the DNA of the best pyjamas for men? As with loungewear, that depends largely on your own personal ideal. Long- or short-sleeve? Drawstring or elastic waistband? Classic stripe or modern screen print? And then of course, there’s the matter of material. One man’s cosy cotton flannel is another man’s sensory nightmare; while some will equate mulberry silk with a good night’s sleep, others will feel cold at the mere suggestion of the luxury fabrication.
Boil it down to your preferences and we think you’ll find that far from a routine purchase, choosing nightwear can be just another opportunity to express your own sense of style.
You may even love your new PJs enough that you could envision wearing them out the house (as Harry Styles and LaKeith Stanfield have both done). You’ll find plenty options good enough for such dressing in the list to follow, from traditional brands like Derek Rose to modern best sellers such as Desmond & Dempsey.
What are GQ's best pyjamas for men?
- Best overall pyjamas: CDLP, £398 at cdlp.com
- Best affordable pyjamas: John Lewis, £40 at johnlewis.com
- Best stylish pyjamas: Desmond & Dempsey, £180 at desmondanddempsey.com
- Best linen pyjamas: Piglet in Bed, £145 at johnlewis.com
- Best luxury pyjamas: Derek Rose, £235 at derek-rose.com
- Best cotton stretch pyjamas: The White Company, £80 at thewhitecompany.com
What are the top-rated men’s pyjamas for comfort and style?
As mentioned above, you’ll likely receive as many answers as people you ask. In our experience, some of the best (and best-looking) pyjamas we’ve tried include those in cotton jersey at Eberjey, linen at Piglet in Bed and silk at Turnbull & Asser. At Demond & Dempsey, high-quality organic cotton makes a case on some of the most stylish modern nightwear designs we’ve seen in recent years.
Can you wear pyjamas out of the house?
Free will is a blessing and a curse. Of course you can wear pyjamas out of the house if you so wish, and public opinion be damned. If, on the other hand, you’re asking what kind of pyjamas it’s okay to be seen anywhere besides the corner shop in then we have a few tips. First, unless you’re a stylist or celebrity, we’d avoid wearing both the top and trousers out together. Instead, we’d choose one or the other. For your best combination, we suggest choosing a PJ top with a collar and buttons and pairing it with a structured pair of trousers.
How do we select our favourite pyjamas?
So, how exactly do we choose what constitutes the best pyjamas for men in 2024? Simple. We know our stuff, we do our research, and we get out there to experience as much product as possible.
Our section head of menswear for GQ Recommends, Heidi Quill, is obsessed with clothes. Joining British GQ in 2021, Heidi might primarily look after clothing content, but she spends a healthy amount of time up to her neck in samples, checking product for the very best quality, price and design, all before recommending it to you. That includes knowing everything there is to know about an excellent pair of PJs.
Anyone who subscribes to the belief in feeling one's best at all times ought to extend that ethos to their loungewear. Whether that means choosing something that makes you look suave even between the sheets, or just selecting a set that you'll be able to fully switch off in, Heidi and our team of contributing writers and freelancers (Jessie Atkinson, Faye Fearon and Adam Cheung) have considered them all. Scroll on for their top picks.
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Best Overall Pyjamas
1/17CDLP
sky-blue pyjamas
- Fabrication: Tencel lyocell
- Sizes: 44-54
- Colours: Light Blue, Black
CDLP (maker of perhaps the best boxers in the world) also makes a mean pyjama — and not just in looks. These sky blue collared beauties are bonafide classics what with camp collar, button placket, patch pocket and drawstring waist matching trousers.
Best Affordable Pyjamas
2/17John Lewis
striped pyjama set
- Fabrication: Organic cotton
- Sizes: S-XL
- Colours: Pale Blue/White
Spun from organic cotton, John Lewis' pyjamas make this list for their crisp lines and classic style. The poplin weave delivers softness and strength, ensuring this set lasts you several slumbers, and just as many washes. With relaxed, roomy tailoring and convenient patch pockets, these affordable pyjamas are an easy choice for comfort and utility. We'll take three.
Best Stylish Pyjamas
3/17Desmond & Dempsey
Jag print pyjamas
- Fabrication: Organic cotton
- Sizes: S-XL
- Colours: Dark Green, Blue
Desmond & Dempsey offers myriad options of sleepwear combos, featuring matching shorts, trousers, Cuban-collared pyjama shirts, dressing gowns et al. Also known for its knack for opulent prints, a stand-out set from the range is this green jaguar print. Our favourite thing about it? Thanks to its boxy cut and breathable fabric, the shirt can easily double as a louche holiday wardrobe statement.
Best Cotton Jersey Pyjamas
4/17The White Company
jersey pyjama set
- Fabrication: Cotton jersey
- Sizes: S-XL
- Colours: Light Grey
As au fait with men’s nightwear as goose down duvets and gifts for your mum, The White Company knows its way around a pyjama. This set combines the classic piped ‘n’ collared pyjama top with matching jersey bottoms as comfy as your best-loved pair of joggers.
Best Linen Pyjamas
5/17Piglet in Bed
Gingham pyjamas
- Fabrication: Linen
- Sizes: XS-XL
- Colours: Brown/White, Blue/White
Ever considered linen for your nightwear? Piglet in Bed’s charmingly vintage interpretation of the long pyjama may persuade you to this decidedly un-British fabrication. Ideal for those who prefer to go to bed dressed even in the warmer months, they’re as comfortable as cotton pyjamas while having the additional advantage of breathability and outside wearability.
Best Luxury Pyjamas
6/17Derek Rose
long-sleeved pyjama set
- Fabrication: Cotton
- Sizes: S-3XL
- Colours: Pale Blue
For the man who longs to feel smart, even mid-snooze, Derek Rose ought to be your first port of sleepwear call. In a calming blue hue and soft pure cotton construction, this pair is set apart by its retro-inspired cut-away flared collar and contrast piping.
Tekla x Birkenstock
7/17Tekla x Birkenstock
- Fabrication: Organic cotton poplin
- Sizes: S-XXL
- Colours: Charcoal grey
Tekla and Birkenstock, as separate brands, are both some of the best in the business when it comes to loungewear. So when they announced that they were collaborating, the world had some big, big expectations. And they lived up to every single one of them with pieces such as this pyjama shirt. Cut from organic cotton poplin that's crisp, lightweight, and breathable, you simply must try it on IRL to believe how cosy it is.
Ralph Lauren
8/17Ralph Lauren
Bear Pyjamas
- Fabrication: Cotton
- Sizes: S-XXL
- Colours: Pale Blue
Crafted from 100 per cent cotton, Ralph Lauren’s summer-ready pyjamas are perfect if your wardrobe favours prints. Featuring an all-over stripe and Polo Bear graphic (the brand’s signature motif), this set is finished with the most elegant details – from a flattering camp collar and chest patch pockets to pearlescent buttons.
Amazon Essentials
9/17Amazon Essentials
- Fabrication: Flannel
- Sizes: XXS-6XL
- Colours: Green, Grey, Red, Navy (and 27 more)
Pure cotton, aesthetically appealing and reliably cosy, Amazon Essentials' pyjama bottoms prove that the online retailer is capable of offering more than just a selection of Prime Day offerings or an array of electric toothbrushes. Sleep easier knowing that PJs like this are just a click away.
Derek Rose
10/17Derek Rose
- Fabrication: Cotton
- Sizes: 38-46
- Colours: Blue
Who says pyjamas have to be boring? Not Derek Rose, anyway. Developed in London using high-quality cotton, the Ledbury is cut with a neat collar and stitched with buttons that run all the way down the centre. Both the shirt and the trousers offer a relaxed fit, and they’re completely covered in an artsy geometric print.
Fear of God
12/17Fear of God
- Fabrication: Pure cotton
- Sizes: XS-XL
- Colours: Cream, beige, black
We all know that Jerry Lorenzo’s Fear of God makes some of the greatest hoodies and joggers in the universe, but the label’s pyjama game is on another level as well. This T-shirt is part of FOG’s latest loungewear collection, and it combines its streetwear aesthetic with a sleepwear vibe. It's available in a bunch of different colourways, but this creamy version is probably our fave.
Eberjey
13/17Eberjey
- Fabrication: Pure cotton
- Sizes: S-XL
- Colours: Red, navy blue
Based in Miami, Florida, Eberjey has been creating some of the greatest PJs for over 25 years, and this checked number is probably one of its most popular ones. Decorated with a classic red and white tartan pattern, they’re made entirely from cotton. That means they’ll keep you cosy on those particularly chilly nights, and plenty ventilated on those particularly warm ones.
Turnbull & Asser
14/17Turnbull & Asser
- Fabrication: Silk
- Sizes: XS-XXL
- Colours: White
These majestic Turnbull & Asser pyjamas are cut from a sumptuous cream-coloured silk fabric, rendering them a decadent option to unwind in at the end of the day (or, even, to spend all day at home ensconced in). The mother-of-pearl buttons and the contrast burgundy piping mark this set as premium, as does the hand-sewn cotton carrier that makes light work of travelling with them.
Paul Smith
15/17Paul Smith
- Fabrication: Cotton
- Sizes: S-XXL
- Colours: Multi
Adorned with Paul Smith’s multi-stripe print, these are a must-have for diehard fans of the brand. The cut is almost reminiscent of fine tailoring but made from 100 per cent luxurious Italian cotton, and they’re far more comfortable than a suit could ever be.
Hanro
16/17Hanro
- Fabrication: Cotton
- Sizes: S-XXL
- Colours: Grey/Blue
Creating with innovation at its core, Hanro is the Swiss brand with a reputation for understated, luxury underwear, nightwear and loungewear that effortlessly balances form with function. Case in point: this checked pyjama set and its pure cotton construction.
Anderson & Sheppard
17/17Anderson & Sheppard
- Fabrication: Brushed cotton
- Sizes: S-3XL
- Colours: Grey, Navy
For an elegant take on the printed pyjama, head to Anderson & Sheppard. This brushed cotton set is finished in a grey Prince of Wales plaid – the best in the business given that the brand has been equipping royalty with its designs for a very long time.
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