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Studies show a good night's sleep is vital for your physical and mental health, and general quality of life. If you're one of the 73% of U.S. adults who sleep in some sort of pajamas, it may be time to rethink the material your pjs are made from. If you don't currently sleep in pajamas, you might want to reevaluate that choice. There's now growing evidence that what you decide to sleep in may play a role in how well you sleep. Different fabrics interact with our bodies in different ways and that means finding the best men's pajamas for your body can help with getting better ZZZ this season. Heat transfer print t-shirt
The innate properties of a pajama's fabric are key to finding yourself the perfect pair, according to the non-profit National Sleep Foundation. Some may want materials like Merino wool to wick moisture and regulate temperature, while others prefer Modal made from beech tree pulp and organic cotton for eco-friendly options.
Regardless of your preferred pajama style, the below brands are the best places to shop for sleepwear. And while this guide is geared towards roomier men's sizing, they can suit anyone. If you're looking for slimmer cuts, see our guide to the best pajamas for women.
Best overall: Eberjey William Tencel Modal Long PJ Set - See at Eberjey
Best silk: Quince 100% Washable Silk Button Down Pant Set - See at Quince
Best cotton: Hanes Men's 100% Cotton Flannel Plaid Pajama Top and Pant Set - See at Amazon
Best flannel: L.L. Bean Men's Scotch Plaid Flannel Pajamas - See at L.L. Bean
Best cooling: Saxx DropTemp Cooling Sleep Pants - See at Saxx
Best cashmere: Naadam Recycled Cashmere Jogger - See at Naadam
Best loungewear: Abercrombie Flannel Sleep Jogger - See at Abercrombie
Best patterned: Printfresh Men's Long Sleep Set - See at Printfresh
Best stretch: Tommy John Downtime Henley and Jogger Set - See at Tommy John
Best for family: Alexandra del Rossa Fleece One Piece - See at Target
Best wool: Dagsmejan Nattwarm Sleep Tech Pants Cuff- See at Dagsmejan
Best unisex: Jambys Boxers with Pockets - See at Jambys
Best sustainable: MeUndies Men's Longsleeve Modal PJ Set - See at MeUndies
Best minimalist: Cariloha Men's Bamboo Sleep Shorts - See at Cariloha
Eberjey is an elevated pajama brand that began as a place for comfortable lingerie, but has since expanded into the men's loungewear. The Giselle PJ set was their first claim to fame for its super soft TENCEL Modal cotton blend, so Eberjey created its male counterpart in the form of the William set.
The William features a classic piping trim button down top and pants with a functional fly closure and back pocket. It comes in eight solid colorways or two printed patterns, and should you want to add a personal touch as a gift, the top can be monogrammed with up to six characters.
Quince offers machine washable 100% Mulberry silk pajamas at prices that undercut competitors, thanks to their direct-to-consumer business model. They're dyed in facilities that are free of hazardous chemicals, with building efficiency standards meant to minimize the waste of water and energy. You can see the care Quince takes towards sustainability for yourself when these hypoallergenic silk pajamas show up at your door in minimal, recyclable packaging.
Hanes began as a North Carolina mill operation in 1901 that produced men's and children's socks. These days, it's owned by Sara Lee Corporation (yes, the dessert company), and continues to make sturdy, utilitarian basics. While best known for underwear, Hanes also makes classic cotton pajamas for the budget-conscious, among other sleepwear options.
The Hanes 100% Cotton Flannel Plaid Pajama Top and Pet Set is an old-school two-piece sleep set made from a brushed cotton flannel. The four-button top has classic Buffalo check print and breast pocket. The bottoms feature an adjustable, two-button-waistband and a fully functional button fly.
Hanes also makes a lighter weight traditional pajama bottoms combo. Their Plain Weave 2-Piece Pajama Set is breathable and soft (but not plush) and best for spring and summer. These may be too light for northern winters, unless you prefer to sleep cooler year round.
Founded in 1912 in Freeport, Maine, L.L.Bean is a more-than-a-century-old heritage brand that helped popularize flannel pajamas.
Among the brand's pajama options are the popular Scotch Plaid Pajamas. Made from flannel produced in Portugal, the soft, plush 100% brushed cotton PJs are warm without being stifling and are generously cut for ease of movement while you sleep. I had a pair of the flannel pajamas for close to a decade that continued to look good year after year — no rips or tears and the colors didn't fade.
If you're looking for something less traditional, L.L.Bean makes the Comfort Stretch Woven Sleep Pants, which are made from soft cotton poplin and a hint of spandex.
Saxx is best known for its men's underwear, specifically its patented Ballpark Pouch to keep things in place, but the brand also offers an array of loungewear and sleepwear.
Outfitted with the underwear brand's patented BallPark Pouch, the DropTemp Cooling Sleep Pants use ventilated fabric best suited for hot sleepers.
Similar to the brand's underwear, the Sleepwalker bottoms also have the Ballpark Pouch. That means if you want to go commando, you can still keep everything in place. The Snooze pants are roomier than the Sleepwalker and have a drawstring waist and slightly tapered legs, but do not feature the Ballpark Pouch.
Embroider Polo Naadam is our team's top pick for the best men's cashmere sweaters, so their loungewear collection made for an obvious choice of the best men's pajamas for those who like to turn the heat down overnight and stay insulated with cozy knitwear. Naadam's recycled cashmere collection repurposes the finest surplus cashmere from their cutting room floor into supremely soft joggers and sweaters that are simultaneously warm and lightweight.