Trend watch: Stylish sleepwear for men and women

See which pajamas for men and women made it in our trend watch and are both comfortable and stylish, so you won’t be embarrassed to be seen in them.

By Elizabeth Denton Thu Feb 7 2013

Pajamas for men and women can be both stylish and cozy. For our latest trend watch, we scouted bargain stores such as Gap, JCPenney and Kmart, as well as high-end brands Equipment and Natori, to find the best styles out there at all price points.

Photograph: Noffar Gat

This supersoft cotton nightgown from Vera Wang’s Kohl’s collection looks like a dress you could wear to a garden party, with its sheer illusion hem and ruffle-front pleat, yet it’s still as comfortable as a T-shirt. Simply Vera Vera Wang Midnight Indulgence floral chemise, $25, at kohls.com
Save up for this luxe, pure-silk sleep set and snooze in the stuff that dreams are made of. Equipment Avery silk pajama set, $448, at equipmentfr.com
High-end Italian lingerie brand Cosabella is partnering with JCPenney to offer its first-ever diffusion line. We think this lace-trim cami-and-shorts combo is just as chic as the brand’s pricier styles. Cosabella Amore cotton camisole, $20; and boxers, $18; both at JCPenney, locations throughout the city; visit jcp.com
The delivery guy won’t know what hit him when you answer the door in actor Sofia Vergara’s flirty (yet totally comfortable) sleep set for Kmart. Sofia by Sofia Vergara floral cami-and-short set, $17, at Kmart, locations throughout the city; visit kmart.com
Designer Josie Natori’s plus-sized pj’s will give you the coverage you need, but the sexy lace details make them far from frumpy. Natori Zen Floral pajamas, $80, at nordstrom.com
Upgrade your basics with these ruffled polka-dot jammies in breathable, lightweight jersey. Gap modal ruffle cami, $20; and poplin ruffle capris, $35; both at Gap, locations throughout the city; visit gap.com
Bucolic pajamas such as this cotton style will make you feel rustic even in urban dwellings. J.Crew Vintage Barn Mini Paisley sleep set, $90, at J.Crew, locations throughout the city; visit jcrew.com
Pretend you have a body like Beckham in the soccer stud’s debut sleepwear collection for H&M. David Beckham Bodywear jumper, $34; and long johns, $34; at H&M, locations throughout the city; visit hm.com
Photograph: Camille A Fernandez

Chuck Bass would be jealous of these fashionable mosaic-print pajamas, which have a sleek sateen finish but are made from cotton for total comfort. Bedhead Gold Regal classic pj’s set, $140, at bedheadpjs.com
Lithuanian designer Laima Gintautienè crafts eco-friendly linen sleepwear that can be monogrammed ($16, includes matching bag), making it the perfect gift for your favorite lounger. Laima Just Classical linen pajama shirt, $59; and trousers, $42; both at lglinen.etsy.com
These classic cotton plaid pajamas will keep you and your bedmate warm at night. Nautica Blackwatch plaid sleep shirt and pants, $36 each, at nautica.com

Photograph: Noffar Gat

This supersoft cotton nightgown from Vera Wang’s Kohl’s collection looks like a dress you could wear to a garden party, with its sheer illusion hem and ruffle-front pleat, yet it’s still as comfortable as a T-shirt. Simply Vera Vera Wang Midnight Indulgence floral chemise, $25, at kohls.com