What are the benefits of silk sleepwear?

For thermo-regulating properties:

Experience with silk bedding and silk pillowcases has taught us that the lustrous fabric is highly breathable – particularly if you opt for its purest form – with thermal control properties that’ll keep you from being chilly in the winter, and more importantly right now, overheating in the hot, humid summer nights.

For hypoallergenic reasons:

Mulberry silk is the best material to reach for if you suffer from allergies and/or acne because it’s naturally hypoallergenic, making it much better for easily irritated skin than other textiles. It’s why so many people choose it when buying face masks (yes, some people still wear them), sleep masks and duvet covers.

For less absorbency:

Silk absorbs far less moisture than other textiles – meaning it won’t soak up all that body moisturiser you’ve just slathered yourself in, and it works like a charm in scrunchie or hair wrap form, too, if you’re worried about dry hair.

Are silk pyjamas worth it?

There will always be room in our wardrobes for cosy flannel and cotton pyjamas, but the versatility, comfort and unbeatable luxe feel of silk nightwear mean they deserve a spot on your sleepwear wishlist. Some silk PJs are so good, you can wear them outside the house as well as beneath your dressing gowns. Designers such as Nadine Merabi and Olivia von Halle, plus high street favourites like Chelsea Peers, are just some examples of loungewear lines that could easily pass as daywear when paired with some box-fresh white trainers or a pair of heeled mules.

However, if the high price point of pure silk has always put you off, you may want to look for a silk blend or satin instead – we’ve included our favourite options above. They may not offer the same thermo-regulating benefits, but they’ll feel just as luxe and soft against the skin.

How we tested the best silk pyjamas:

Silk pyjamas are pricey, there’s no denying that, so three GLAMOUR editors – Sophie Cockett, Robyn Eugene and Sophie Donovan – have put a few different sets to the test to save you the job. Delivering their full reviews below, they took everything from the fit and wearability to the price and style of each pair into consideration, leaving no stone unturned. Sorry, there are no nightgowns or nightdresses in this story, only silk pyjamas, but we have thought of every silk pyjama style people may want.

Whether it’s full-length trousers with a cami top or shirt, or a silk pyjama short set, there’s a style to suit everyone. And we just know you’ll want to add them to your wish lists as soon as you see them. FYI: This edit includes satin pyjamas as well as pure silk silhouettes, as we believe you don’t have to drop a small fortune on mulberry silk or pure silk styles to get the desired effect. Also, the satin styles are more likely to be washable silk, instead of dry clean, so we’ve really thought of everyone’s needs.