Short length pyjama bottoms are not petite sizing — they’re about inseam length. Pyjama bottoms are usually made to a standard length, which is why they feel too long for many people.
The industry has invested heavily in sizing, and we’ve seen real improvements, with wider size ranges now commonly available. But when it comes to length, there has been very little progress.
Most people still buy what the industry calls “regular” inseam without knowing what that actually means, or whether it’s right for them. In many cases, it isn’t.
What “regular inseam” means — and why your trousers are always too long
Most brands use a 31-inch inseam as their regular length.
This length is designed to suit:
- People around 5’6” to 5’8”
- Or 5’4”–5’5” if they have very long legs
If you’re shorter than this, or your legs are shorter in proportion to your body, a 31" inseam will almost always feel too long at home. That’s why hems drag, fabric bunches at the ankle, and pyjama bottoms need rolling up.
What “short length pyjama bottoms” actually means
Short length pyjama bottoms are made with a shorter inseam, also known as the inside leg measurement.
They are not cropped, smaller, or tighter. The waist and fit stay the same — only the leg length changes.
Who short length pyjama bottoms are for
Short length pyjama bottoms are likely right for you if:
- You think your trousers are always too long
- You’re under 5’4”
- You have a shorter inside leg, regardless of height
- You have a longer torso and shorter legs
- You’re tired of hemming or rolling pyjama bottoms
You don’t need to be “petite”. You just need the right leg length.
What inseam length should you look for
- Short: 27" inseam. Recommended height: 5’0” – 5’2”
- Regular: 29" inseam. Recommended height: 5’2” – 5’4”
Short length pyjama bottoms aren’t niche, and they’re not “petite-only”.
They’re simply pyjama bottoms that fit.
Where to buy short length pyjama bottoms in the UK
Below are UK brands that sell short length pyjama bottoms in multiple inseam options.
Marks & Spencer (M&S – own brand)
M&S offers selected pyjama bottoms in Short, Regular, and Long lengths.
- Short: typically around 29" inseam, suited to women roughly 5'2"–5'4"
- Regular: around 31" inseam, suited to women roughly 5'6"–5'8"
- Long: around 33" inseam, suited to women 5'9"+
Exact inseam lengths can vary depending on style and colour, and are listed on the product page when available.
Victoria’s Secret
Victoria’s Secret provides Short, Regular, and Long inseam options on some pyjama bottoms, with the length clearly stated at selection.
- Short: usually around 29" inseam (best for women under 5'4")
- Regular: around 31" inseam (around 5'6"–5'8")
- Long: around 33" inseam (taller frames)
Availability depends on the specific style.
Lands’ End
Lands’ End sells women’s pyjama bottoms in Petite, Regular, and Tall lengths, with inseam measurements listed in the product details.
- Petite: typically 27–28" inseam, designed for women 5'3" and under
- Regular: around 31" inseam, for women 5'4"-5'8"
- Tall: around 33" inseam, for women 5'9"+
SleepyPants
SleepyPants sells women’s pyjama bottoms in Long, Regular, Short and Custom Petite lengths, with inseam measurements listed in the product details.
- Long: 31" inseam – best for women around 5'6" to 5'8"
- Regular: 29" inseam – best for women around 5'3" to 5'5"
- Short: 27" inseam – best for women around 5'0" to 5'2"
- Custom Petite : 25" inseam – best for women around 4'10" to 4'11"
