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7 best pajamas for men to stay cozy year-round

Sleep tight and let the comfort bugs bite

Portrait of teenage boy wearing pajamas meditating with eyes closed while sitting on bed in lotus position trying to sleep at night
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We don’t know if your families are the same as ours, but pajamas are a mainstay of the holiday season. Every Christmas Eve, we would sit around the tree and open one gift a piece, almost always a new set of pajamas to wear for the next 365 nights. Of course, the style of pajamas would depend on the year past and the year ahead.

If we had a trip to somewhere warm, like the Caribbean, we could expect pajamas perfect for a warm climate. If there was a snowy mountain retreat in our future, we knew something flannel or fleece was under the tree. There are dozens of great pajamas sets, and we scoured the market to come up with our list of best men’s pajamas and these are what we came up with.

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We hope there’s something here for whatever the next year has in store for you.

Best overall: L.L.Bean Scotch Plaid Pajama Set

L.L.Bean Scotch Plaid Flannel
L.L.Bean

L.L.Bean is one of our favorite outdoor clothing brands. It makes going somewhere fun and stress free. Luckily, the brand also makes a classic plaid pajama set that will last in your closet for years. Made with 100% Portuguese flannel, it holds warmth incredibly well while offering breathability, and the relaxed fit lets it drape over the wearer’s body ever so comfortably.

Specs
Exceptionally cozy 100% cotton Portuguese flannel
Brushed on both sides for superior softness and warmth
Authentic yarn-dyed tartans stay vibrant and colorful
Shirt has a traditional fit and a chest pocket
Pants have an elastic waistband with a drawstring, functional fly, and pockets

Best bang for your buck: Gap Poplin Pajama Set

Gap pajama set
Gap

Gap is one of the few safe havens for men who want to stay stylish without spending a fortune on overpriced garments. With its classic jeans cuts, timeless casual shirts, and affordable prices, Gap offers endless choices for the stylish man. When it is time for bed, it still has you in style with this simple, classic, and aesthetically pleasing option.

Specs
Smooth poplin weave
Long sleeves with banded cuffs
Notch collar, button front
Patch pocket at chest
Elasticized waist at pants

Most stylish: Petite Plume Lancaster Stripe 

Petite Plume Lancaster Stripe
Petite Plume

There’s something to be said about wearing silk. It’s light and soft, and it feels like you’re living a high life. When the silk comes in the form of a Lancaster stripe, it makes you look and feel like James Bond after a long day. The added bonus of the red and green combination also makes these the perfect Christmas gift regardless of the ability to wear them all year round.

Specs
100% mulberry silk
Naturally hypoallergenic
Mid-rise, straight-leg pants with side pockets
Elastic waistband with adjustable drawstrings
Button front collared shirt
Contrast piping on chest pocket

Best premium pick: Ralph Lauren Purple Label Monogram 

Ralph Lauren Purple Label Pajama Set
Ralph Lauren

When it comes to premium picks, there are few choices that are more premium than Ralph Lauren’s Purple Label (RLPL). Always using the best fabrics and the most talented craftsmanship on the market, RLPL finds itself at the top of the list no matter what the garment is. When it comes to pajama sets, this will make any man look forward to bed even more than usual when this is waiting for them.

Specs
100% linen
Notch lapels
Genuine mother-of-pearl buttons
“RL” monogram embroidered at the chest pocket

Best for warm weather: Dagmejan NATTCOOL Sleep Set

Dagsmejan Nattcool Sleep Set
Dagsmejan

This set is perfect for the hot sleeper or the guy who spends time in hot climates. Made from the brand’s NATTCOOL technology, it uses eucalyptus to let you sleep much cooler. The fabric is eight times more breathable than cotton and takes a third of the time to dry. It will keep you cool and even help you stay dry in bed if you do happen to start to sweat.

Specs
NATTCOOL fabric: 92% microlyocell from eucalyptus and 8% elastane/lycra
Flat ergonomic seams and slightly front-placed side seams mean that you have a minimum of friction at night
Tagless design, all care instructions are printed on the inside
Sleep mask: Padding 100% sustainable silk

Best for cold weather: House of Bruar Brushed Cotton Flannel

House of Bruar Brushed Cotton Flannel
House of Bruar

The House of Bruar is one of the top destinations for anything and everything Scottish, from sweaters to flannels built for the Scottish Highlands. That expertise for keeping you warm extends to the room. While you can imagine yourself sitting next to a fire and reading a book while winding down for the night, these are going to keep you warm all night long, regardless of the howling Scottish winds.

Specs
Brushed cotton flannel
Timeless tartan check
Available in navy or green

Best for the holidays: Deluth Lumber Jams Cotton PJ Set

Deluth Lumber Jams Cotton PJ Set
Deluth Trading Co

The holidays are perfect for picking up a new pair of themed pajamas. Whether you’re going to go all in with a simple and classic red and green plaid or flannel or you want to have more fun with it, pajamas are an iconic holiday staple. For the men of the latter group, these are the perfect way to accomplish it. Nothing makes any holiday better than Sasquatch.

Specs
A sleep set with all the doze-inducing comfort of pure cotton
Same fabric as Duluth’s best-selling longtail T-shirts
Top has sag-righting, rib-knit trim on the neck and cuffs
Sleep pants feature a non-binding drawstring elastic waist and functional fly with button closure
2 side pants pockets for midnight snacks
Hefty 7.4-once, 100% cotton jersey knit

Mark McKee
Mark is a full-time freelance writer and men's coach. He spent time as a style consultant and bespoke suit salesman before…
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