Material Guide
The best material for pyjama bottoms and lounge pants depends on the season and your comfort preferences. For most, cotton offers the perfect balance of breathability and comfort year-round. These are the fabrics we commonly use in our pants—read on to find the one that suits you best!
Cotton Poplin
Poplin is a tightly woven, lightweight fabric, typically made from cotton or a cotton blend, valued for its smooth, crisp finish.
It’s breathable, comfortable, and durable, offering wrinkle resistance and a polished look that works well for both casual and formal wear.
Cotton Oxford
Oxford cotton has a unique basket-weave structure, offering a full-bodied, thicker, and durable feel with a soft, breathable texture.
Commonly used in casual and semi-formal shirts like the classic Oxford button-down, it provides a relaxed yet refined look, perfect for everyday wear and polished, casual styles.
Cotton Flannel
Cotton flannel is a soft, cozy fabric made from cotton. "Brushed" refers to a finishing process where fine brushes gently rub the fabric’s surface, lifting fibers to create a soft, fuzzy texture.
This process enhances warmth and comfort, giving flannel its signature cozy feel and insulation, ideal for cold-weather wear like shirts, pyjamas, and bedding.
Cotton Gingham
Cotton gingham is a lightweight, woven fabric with a classic checkered pattern, made entirely from cotton.
Its crisp, breathable, soft texture makes it a popular choice for casual clothing like shirts, dresses, and bedding.
Cotton Jersey
Cotton jersey is a lightweight, soft, and stretchy knit fabric made from cotton fibers. jersey is knitted, giving it natural elasticity and flexibility, making it comfortable and easy to move in.
Its breathable, absorbent texture is smooth on the skin, making it ideal for casual wear like t-shirts, dresses, and loungewear.
Linen
Linen is a natural fabric made from the fibers of the flax plant. Known for its lightweight, breathable, and durable qualities, linen has a distinct, slightly textured finish that softens with use.
Its ideal for warm-weather clothing like shirts, pants, and dresses, as well as home textiles such as bedding and table linens.
Fleece
Fleece is a soft, warm, and insulating fabric, often made from synthetic fibers like polyester, though sometimes blended with natural fibers. Designed to mimic wool’s warmth, fleece is lightweight and excellent at heat retention.
Its brushed, plush surface traps air for added insulation, making it ideal for cold-weather clothing, while remaining breathable for versatile wear.