The summer sleepwear edit: The best pyjamas for sleeping in the heat
Slumber peacefully with these cooling lightweight cotton, silk and linen pyjamas
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Step away from your boyfriend’s baggy old T-shirts. When it comes to sleeping in the heat there are far chicer pyjama options that will keep you cool and comfortable. The key is to choose natural, breathable materials, such as cotton, linen and silk, that feel utterly luxurious while regulating body temperature. From elegant matching sets to sensuous slips, here’s our guide to the best summer sleepwear and pyjamas.
Camisole pyjama sets
If the thought of getting tangled up in sweaty sleeves on a warm night is insomnia inducing, a camisole pyjama set is for you – and thanks to the boom in chic loungewear over the last few years, there are plenty of options stylish enough to wear long before bedtime. Opt for classic white with Skin or Deiji Studios – which has fashioned its bow-adorned set in breezy linen – or opt for something slinkier with lace-trimmed and silk designs by Ralph Lauren and Olivia Von Halle.
Short pyjama sets
Desmond & Dempsey has long been the cool girl’s go-to for luxe pyjamas and its offering is extensive. Truthfully, any of its camisole or short sets would be ideal for a warm-weather slumber but it’s this floral-print pyjama set that gets our vote. Elsewhere, Eberjey places equal attention on both design and comfort, providing popular options for lounging and sleeping alike. For updated, lightweight versions of classic pyjama styles, look to Eres and Rixo's take on gingham and stripe prints.
Nightdresses
More of a nightdress person? You’ll be well acquainted with Coco de Mer then. The British lingerie and nightwear brand is famed for its attention to detail and high-end touches. Its sleek teal slip trimmed with lace is a case in point. Elsewhere, Chantelle and Love Stories' silk satin nightdresses are refined and feminine while it's a boxy, borrowed-from-the-boys look at Charvet.
Robes and dressing gowns
Is there anything more decadent than wafting around your home in a supple silk robe on a summer's morning? We think not. Queen of chic loungewear Olivia von Halle might have a fine line in sleepwear, but it's her silk robes that have got our hearts racing this season. Marjolaine and NK Imode are your go-to for brightly coloured pieces, while Liberty offers the last word in luxurious printed styles you'll never want to take off.
