13 Best Men's Pajamas of 2024, According to GQ Editors
GQ RecommendsThe secret to better Zs? Better PJs.By Tyler Chin November 22, 2024Save this storySaveSave this storySaveAll products are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission.The best men's pajamas elevate even the most quotidian nighttime routines to an art form. But if you're not sure where to start, you came to the right place. To help level up your loungewear, GQ Recommends tracked down a heavy-hitting list of the absolute best men's pajamas on the market right now—from lullaby-soft flannel combinations to ultra-luxe silk sets—so you can relax in super-soft, swaddled bliss as long as you like.The Best Pajamas for Men, According to GQThe Best Pajamas Overall: J.Crew Cotton Poplin Pajamas, $98The Best Budget Pajamas: Fruit of the Loom Flannel Pajamas, $27The Best Upgrade Pajamas: Tekla Bellhop Sateen Set, $850The Best Ultra-Soft Pajamas: Skims Jersey Sleep Set, $108The Best Silk Pajamas: Eberjey Charles PJs, $298The Best Flannel Pajamas: L.L.Bean Flannel Pajamas, $79The Best Pajamas to Wear Out: CDLP Pyjamas, $470Looking for Something Specific?AccordionItemContainerButtonLargeChevronMore Pajamas We LoveWhat to Look for in a Great Pair of PajamasHow We Test and Review ProductsHow We Make These PicksBest Pajamas Overall: J.Crew Cotton Poplin Pajama SetJ.CrewCotton Poplin Pajama Set$98 $60 J.CrewPros & ConsAccordionItemContainerButtonLargeChevronProsExcellent fitComfortableConsNot offered in more colorsMaterial: Cotton | Sizes: XS to XL | Colors Available: TwoJ.Crew knows how to do shirts and bottoms right, so it makes sense that its pajamas would also be top notch, especially its cotton poplin option. Its soft material feels great against the skin, and it has a Goldilocks-like fit that's neither too slim nor too loose. Would it be nice if there were a couple more color options? Sure, but when it comes to the ideal pajama set for men, this is surely what comes to mind.Best Flannel Pajamas: L.L.Bean Flannel PajamasL.L.BeanFlannel Pajamas$79 L.L.BeanPros & ConsAccordionItemContainerButtonLargeChevronProsAvailable for all body typesExcellent materialComfortableConsNo solid colorsMaterial: Cotton | Sizes: S to 3XL, in regular, short, and tall | Colors Available: NineNow that it's finally starting to get chilly, it's time to ditch the barely there PJs of spring and summer and wrap up in something toasty like these flannel joints from the Bean. The brand behind your favorite flannels makes a damn good set in the same flannel cotton fabric that makes you feel like a cozy lumberjack. Its relaxed fit might not be everyone's cup of tea, but dammit, who's trying to sleep in a slim-fit getup? We like that there are a number of plaid colorways (sorry, no solids just yet), as well as options for regular, short, or tall lengths. Best yet, the whole kit always clocks in at less than a single, solitary Benjamin.Best Budget Pajamas: Fruit of the Loom Flannel PajamasFruit of the LoomFlannel Pajama Sleep Set$27 $24 AmazonPros & ConsAccordionItemContainerButtonLargeChevronProsAffordableComfortableConsMaterial feels a little cheapMaterial: Cotton | Sizes: S to 3XL | Colors Available: FourSleeping in the utmost comfort doesn’t need to break the bank. This toasty flannel pajama set behind your favorite bulk-buy undies will keep you warm and comfy for less than 30 smackaroos. The relaxed fit is great for those who still want a little airflow in case they're a notorious overheater, and it's cheap enough to stock up for yourself, your housemates, and whatever guests (invited or otherwise) that might show up this fall and winter.Best Ultra-Soft Pajamas: Skims Jersey Sleep SetSkimsJersey Sleep T-Shirt$44 SkimsPros & ConsAccordionItemContainerButtonLargeChevronProsSize inclusiveBreathableStretchyConsNot available in long sleeveSkimsJersey Sleep Straight Leg Pant$64 SkimsMaterial: Cotton, modal, elastane | Sizes: XS to 5XL | Colors Available: FiveSkims eschewed the typical pajama set for a matching tee-and-pant set that we might actually like better. Its made of a stretchy, breathable cotton blend that's a delight to wear to sleep and lounge around in. The pants ditch the ubiquitous jogger-style cuff for a hem that hits clean above the foot. Could you sleep in any raggedy old tee? Of course, but something about having a dedicated sleep tee helps to signal to the brain that it's time to head to Sleepytown, population: You.Best Upgrade Pajamas: Tekla Sateen SetTeklaSateen Long-Sleeved Shirt$455 TeklaPros & ConsAccordionItemContainerButtonLargeChevronProsLuxurious feelCan be worn outsideConsExpensiveTeklaSateen Pants$395 TeklaMaterial: Cotton, modal, elastane | Sizes: XS to 5XL | Colors Available: FiveWhat do taste gods like Justin Saunders and red-hot fashion labels like Stüssy have in common? A sold-out collaboration with Tekla, the Danish textile brand that hawks pajama sets so fly they’d make Julian Schnabel blush. In just a few short years, the upstart PJ experts have become a sur
All products are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission.
The best men's pajamas elevate even the most quotidian nighttime routines to an art form. But if you're not sure where to start, you came to the right place. To help level up your loungewear, GQ Recommends tracked down a heavy-hitting list of the absolute best men's pajamas on the market right now—from lullaby-soft flannel combinations to ultra-luxe silk sets—so you can relax in super-soft, swaddled bliss as long as you like.
The Best Pajamas for Men, According to GQ
- The Best Pajamas Overall: J.Crew Cotton Poplin Pajamas, $98
- The Best Budget Pajamas: Fruit of the Loom Flannel Pajamas, $27
- The Best Upgrade Pajamas: Tekla Bellhop Sateen Set, $850
- The Best Ultra-Soft Pajamas: Skims Jersey Sleep Set, $108
- The Best Silk Pajamas: Eberjey Charles PJs, $298
- The Best Flannel Pajamas: L.L.Bean Flannel Pajamas, $79
- The Best Pajamas to Wear Out: CDLP Pyjamas, $470
Looking for Something Specific?
Best Pajamas Overall: J.Crew Cotton Poplin Pajama Set
Material: Cotton | Sizes: XS to XL | Colors Available: Two
J.Crew knows how to do shirts and bottoms right, so it makes sense that its pajamas would also be top notch, especially its cotton poplin option. Its soft material feels great against the skin, and it has a Goldilocks-like fit that's neither too slim nor too loose. Would it be nice if there were a couple more color options? Sure, but when it comes to the ideal pajama set for men, this is surely what comes to mind.
Best Flannel Pajamas: L.L.Bean Flannel Pajamas
Material: Cotton | Sizes: S to 3XL, in regular, short, and tall | Colors Available: Nine
Now that it's finally starting to get chilly, it's time to ditch the barely there PJs of spring and summer and wrap up in something toasty like these flannel joints from the Bean. The brand behind your favorite flannels makes a damn good set in the same flannel cotton fabric that makes you feel like a cozy lumberjack. Its relaxed fit might not be everyone's cup of tea, but dammit, who's trying to sleep in a slim-fit getup? We like that there are a number of plaid colorways (sorry, no solids just yet), as well as options for regular, short, or tall lengths. Best yet, the whole kit always clocks in at less than a single, solitary Benjamin.
Best Budget Pajamas: Fruit of the Loom Flannel Pajamas
Material: Cotton | Sizes: S to 3XL | Colors Available: Four
Sleeping in the utmost comfort doesn’t need to break the bank. This toasty flannel pajama set behind your favorite bulk-buy undies will keep you warm and comfy for less than 30 smackaroos. The relaxed fit is great for those who still want a little airflow in case they're a notorious overheater, and it's cheap enough to stock up for yourself, your housemates, and whatever guests (invited or otherwise) that might show up this fall and winter.
Best Ultra-Soft Pajamas: Skims Jersey Sleep Set
Material: Cotton, modal, elastane | Sizes: XS to 5XL | Colors Available: Five
Skims eschewed the typical pajama set for a matching tee-and-pant set that we might actually like better. Its made of a stretchy, breathable cotton blend that's a delight to wear to sleep and lounge around in. The pants ditch the ubiquitous jogger-style cuff for a hem that hits clean above the foot. Could you sleep in any raggedy old tee? Of course, but something about having a dedicated sleep tee helps to signal to the brain that it's time to head to Sleepytown, population: You.
Best Upgrade Pajamas: Tekla Sateen Set
Material: Cotton, modal, elastane | Sizes: XS to 5XL | Colors Available: Five
What do taste gods like Justin Saunders and red-hot fashion labels like Stüssy have in common? A sold-out collaboration with Tekla, the Danish textile brand that hawks pajama sets so fly they’d make Julian Schnabel blush. In just a few short years, the upstart PJ experts have become a surprise fashion crowd favorite, thanks to jammies exactly like these: cut from crisp organic cotton, kitted out with mother of pearl buttons, and done up in a murderer’s row of eye-grabbing stripes. Your sweatpants never stood a chance.
Best Pajamas to Wear Out: CDLP Pyjamas
Material: Tencel | Sizes: 44 to 54 | Colors Available: Two
Pajamas that cost more than your outside clothes? Congrats on being a baller. But what if your PJs could double as going-outside apparel? Then dammit, sign us up for being cozy as hell all day, even if we're crammed between two manspreaders on the train. CDLP's known for its sensual underwear, but for something you can wear outside without inviting unwanted stares, the pyjama set is the way to go. The camp-collar top looks exactly like your favorite shirt, but the loosey goosey fit feels aptly suited for rolling around in bed. The trousers offer a nice pooling around the ankles, but feel free to size down for something that's more of a tailored (but still slightly relaxed) fit.
Best Silk Pajamas: Eberjey Charles PJ
Material: Silk | Sizes: XS to XL | Colors Available: Two
Silk pajamas aren't grown-breaking, but machine washable ones certainly are. Eberjey is famous for its pajamas, and its Charles set features shiny, glorious silk that won't disintegrate after a cycle through the washer and dryer. With a luxe look and feel that's just slightly relaxed for a touch of mystery to leave folks guessing about what you have going on under there.
More Pajamas We Love
Petite Plume
Pima Pajama Set
Pima is the name of the game for top-of-the-line cotton, and it takes center stage across 15 styles of Petite Plume's pajama sets. Available in short sleeve, long sleeve, shorts, and pants, these sets are buttery smooth and breathable for night after night of glorious sleeps.
Emma Willis
Linen Pyjamas
Linen is in fact a year-round fabric with temperature-regulating properties and an overall wonderful texture. Emma Willis' beautiful shirts and button downs led way to this excellent linen pajama set that's just as good for strolls to the corner deli as they are for Sunday morning lie ins.
What to Look for in a Great Pair of Pajamas
The most stylish options are heavy on the louche sex appeal (silky satin, anyone?) without compromising on comfort or ease of movement. But while comfort-enhancing features like elastic waistbands and highly breathable fabrics like modal are great, your sleepwear should also be stylish enough that you wouldn't be embarrassed to at least answer the door—and maybe even leave the house—wearing them. The right PJs should be a year-round flex, from ultra-soft cotton pajama sets that'll make you feel like a worldly sophisticate to silky lounge pants you could—and should!—wear out and about with, say, a big, boxy button-down and a pair of loafers.
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That 5-pack of XXL Hanes tees you ordered by accident and then repurposed as evening attire? Retire them. That overly roomy, toothpaste-stained bathrobe you're afraid to put in the washing machine? Maybe toss that one. (While you're at it, ditch those ratty workout joggers you wear to bed as well.) Elevate your jammies by swapping out that short-sleeve T-shirt/sweatpant combo you've been sleeping in since high school and invest in a proper set.
How We Test and Review Products
Style is subjective, we know—that’s the fun of it. But we’re serious about helping our audience get dressed. Whether it’s the best white sneakers, the flyest affordable suits, or the need-to-know menswear drops of the week, GQ Recommends’ perspective is built on years of hands-on experience, an insider awareness of what’s in and what’s next, and a mission to find the best version of everything out there, at every price point.
Our staffers aren’t able to try on every single piece of clothing you read about on GQ.com (fashion moves fast these days), but we have an intimate knowledge of each brand’s strengths and know the hallmarks of quality clothing—from materials and sourcing, to craftsmanship, to sustainability efforts that aren’t just greenwashing. GQ Recommends heavily emphasizes our own editorial experience with those brands, how they make their clothes, and how those clothes have been reviewed by customers. Bottom line: GQ wouldn’t tell you to wear it if we wouldn’t.
How We Make These Picks
We make every effort to cast as wide of a net as possible, with an eye on identifying the best options across three key categories: quality, fit, and price.
To kick off the process, we enlist the GQ Recommends braintrust to vote on our contenders. Some of the folks involved have worked in retail, slinging clothes to the masses; others have toiled for small-batch menswear labels; all spend way too much time thinking about what hangs in their closets.
We lean on that collective experience to guide our search, culling a mix of household names, indie favorites, and the artisanal imprints on the bleeding-edge of the genre. Then we narrow down the assortment to the picks that scored the highest across quality, fit, and price.
Across the majority of our buying guides, our team boasts firsthand experience with the bulk of our selects, but a handful are totally new to us. So after several months of intense debate, we tally the votes, collate the anecdotal evidence, and emerge with a list of what we believe to be the absolute best of the category right now, from the tried-and-true stalwarts to the modern disruptors, the affordable beaters to the wildly expensive (but wildly worth-it) designer riffs.
Whatever your preferences, whatever your style, there's bound to be a superlative version on this list for you. (Read more about GQ's testing process here.)
