Over the past few years, sleepwear, and especially loungewear, has taken on a life of its own. No longer are they viewed as just comfortable clothes you wear around the house, but rather as a way to make a statement.

If you are looking to spice up your sleepwear and take your loungewear to the next level, here are some tips for choosing the best items and the newest trends.

What to Consider

If you have never delved into the world of high-fashion sleep and loungewear, here are a few tips to remember before you buy your first pieces.

Comfort

Luxury pajamas and loungewear are all about comfort. While how the clothing look is important, remember that how you feel in it should be number one. Regarding pajamas, we spend so much of our time sleeping that surely you want to be wearing something you don’t want to take off.

Versatility

When it comes to loungewear, don’t think about it as clothing you would just wear around the house. Loungewear encompasses a wide range of clothing and styles that are designed with comfort in mind but don’t forget about style.

Choose items that you can pair with a hoodie if you are sitting on the couch watching a movie, but you can also wear with a button-up shirt when you head to the office.

Breathable

One big aspect of comfort is if your clothing is breathable or not. Unless you are incredibly cold, you don’t want to go to bed in a thick wool jersey and bottoms that could double as snow pants.

Choose items that are light and breathable that you can layer instead of getting items that are super thick and make you exceptionally hot if it gets slightly warmer outside.

Know Your Body Shape

Understanding your body shape will allow you to choose items that are far more flattering and accentuate the parts of your body you love. While this is a process of trial and error, first start by finding styles and cuts that you find comfortable, and then experiment from there.

Not all bodies are made the same, and what looks great for one person might not suit another. There is nothing wrong with that; all you have to do is seek out the items that look best on your body.

The Seasons

The nature of sleepwear and loungewear means you won’t be able to wear the same items all year round if you live in a country that has hot Summers and cold, snowy Winters. Therefore, choose items based on which season they will work best in.

Not only does this ensure you will always have the right clothing for the weather, but it will also save you money as you won’t stock up on items that are just for one season.

Longevity

Finally, look for clothing that is well-made and uses high-quality materials, as this will allow the item to last much longer. While cheaper items don’t hit your wallet so hard, they tend not to last as long, and that money you saved ends up getting spent on replacements.

While there is no need to buy the most expensive item in the store, you should value quality and craftsmanship over the price.

Hoodies

One of the biggest trends hitting loungewear this year is hoodies. The loungewear and hoodie combo is perfect for adding a bit of edge to your look while keeping the comfort and breathability.

Next-Level Knitwear

Knitwear has been a firm favorite in loungewear for years now. However, the latest trend takes knitwear to levels we haven’t seen before. Knitted button-up shirts and slacks give you a business meeting look but with extra comfort.

You can also mix and match with the top and bottoms and create looks that are perfect for around the house, a day out with your friends, or after-work drinks.

House Shoes

Many people enjoy the idea of not wearing shoes and socks around the house, but sometimes it is just not comfortable. The perfect solution is to find a pair of house shoes that you can wear at home or out.

They aren’t quite slippers, but they aren’t shoes either, but rather an incredibly comfortable combination of both that you will struggle to take off at the end of the day.

Oversized Button-Downs

Button-downs have been a firm favorite as loungewear for decades, but now you can find shirts that are purposefully designed to do the job of both a button-down and a comfortable shirt to wear at home.

Not only are they super-stylish, but you can dress them up or down depending on where you are going, what you are doing, and what time of day it is.

Baggy Jeans

A classic in the 90s, baggy jeans are back with a bang. While denim doesn’t sound like the most comfortable material to lounge in, nowadays, baggy jeans are made from super-soft denim that will make you feel like you are wearing joggers.

They aren’t just for home either; you can pair them with a stylish top or jersey for a simple yet ultra-chic look.