It’s Time To Wear Your Pyjamas Out Of The Bedroom!

For their Spring Summer 26 collection, Dolce & Gabbana transformed their runway into a fantasy bedroom sending out silk pyjamas worn with open robes and flip-flops. Even Bottega Veneta styled their pjs with languid outerwear. Moreover, luxurious lounge robes with delicious patterns were seen at Amiri and Etro.

Clearly, pyjamas can longer be confined to the bedroom this summer with designers acing the ‘pyjama boy’ look with humour and insouciance. With most of us planning our summer getaway, one couldn't possibly imagine traveling without our trusty silk co-ords. A quality pair of pyjamas is key to doing downtime right. Picture Jimmy Stewart in Rear Window (1954) or Cary Grant in Charade (1963) or Paul Newman in Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (1958). Each of these style icons are seen cutting a dash in impeccable pyjama sets in these classics. There's something old-school cine-star quality about lounging in a luxe lounge set.

However, there's nothing sleep-inducing about the current iterations of the pyjama. These fluid pieces are intentional, cut in lightweight cotton jacquard and peppered with vertical stripes or bloom prints. They're likely to take you from your morning espresso hour to the espresso martini rendezvous as you enjoy the Amalfi coast. Some of these come in oversized variations sublimated with candy stripes and even include a tank top and slippers. Back home, Shahid Kapoor recently styled a white voluminous pair of white bottoms with a tank top. An ideal look to beat the heat without skipping a style beat!

A Mindset Shift

Designer Prreeti Jaiin Nainutia of Nirmooha observes that post-pandemic, we’re no longer dressing for a single moment but a range of environments. Home, work, leisure, there’s no hard separation anymore, and naturally the wardrobe has followed. "Nightwear entering daywear isn’t a trend, it’s a mindset shift. Comfort is no longer lazy, ease is intentional, and luxury has become more personal. Silk sets, robes, softened tailoring, these are pieces rooted in intimacy, bringing them outdoors feels modern, socially acceptable, but emotionally private," she says.

A monochrome silk set today can take you from bed to a bar without feeling out of place. That adaptability is the point. It’s not about “pyjamas outside,” it’s about clothing that moves with you effortlessly in sync with how we live now.

A silk set or striped co-ord works best with strong accessories. A lace satin camisole paired with tailored trousers and a sharp-cut blazer shifts instantly from intimate to elevated. "Similarly, robes work beautifully as outerwear, they add fluidity without losing presence. Layering also plays an important role, whether its tonal styling or subtle contrasts, it builds depth into something that could otherwise feel too relaxed. Ultimately, it’s about balance. Mixing ease with structure, sensuality with control. When done right, the look feels effortless, and quietly confident," she adds.

Sleepwear is the new daywear

Comfort has become the new luxury, and that’s why nightwear silhouettes are slipping into daytime dressing so naturally. Harshad Panchal, Lead Designer XYXX observes that men want pieces that move with them, soft fabrics, relaxed fits, and clean lines. "The moment you elevate nightwear-inspired pieces with better construction and detailing, they stop feeling like ‘sleepwear’ and start feeling like modern daywear," he says.

The designer suggests pairing a silk or lounge-style pyjama bottom with a crisp shirt or a lightweight jacket to add structure. "Stick to tonal colours or subtle patterns, and swap slippers for Mules or UGGs. It’s all about taking that easy, effortless vibe and giving it a polished finish," he adds.

Here are some PJ sets on our wish-list this summer:

Dolce & Gabbana

This bloom print co-ord set is what puts one in a summer mood. A flirty companion to your dirty martini.

Amiri

Channel your inner Hugh Hefner as you entertain your boys in this luxe robe. All you need is a cigar and some fine scotch.

Etro

Heading to Tuscany? Best to pack this uber-luxe robe featuring statement prints. Trust us, it would make for a gorg IG feed-worthy snapshot!

Orlebar Brown

One couldn’t possibly go wrong with bold stripes. Offset this pair with a white tank or a linen shirt.