Bamboo clothing for the dark months indoors
Short answer: From November to February we spend more hours indoors, and loungewear becomes the most worn part of the wardrobe. That is why it is worth having two good sets that can take turns while one is in the wash.
More hours at home
In the dark months, loungewear is worn many hours a day. You put it on when you get home and keep it on all evening and often all weekend. That also means it wears faster than the rest of your clothes. This is quite normal and not a sign that anything is wrong with the fabric.
Two sets in rotation
With two sets you can wash one without being left with nothing to wear. Each set also gets a rest, so both last longer than a single set would on its own. Choose two similar sets, so there is no favourite that wears out first. See bamboo loungewear for women.
Layers indoors
If the heating is not turned up high, an extra jumper is often enough to stay warm. Layers make it easy to take something off when it gets warm and put it back on when the evening turns cool. A soft jumper over a T-shirt covers most days. See sweatwear.
Your feet
Cold feet are one of the most common complaints indoors in winter. The floor is often the coldest spot in the room, especially in older houses and flats. A pair of socks that stay comfortable for many hours makes a real difference to how warm you feel. See bamboo socks for women.
Dry indoor air
When the heating is on, humidity drops, and many people notice their skin getting drier. Clothes that sit close to the skin all day are felt more at that time of year. A soft fabric and some air in the wardrobe help. Read more about dry indoor air in winter.
For men
The same advice applies for men. Two sets in rotation, an extra jumper for cool evenings and socks that stay comfortable all day. The fit is a little different, so choose by your own measurements rather than by habit. See the matching items in bamboo loungewear for men.
Washing
Loungewear is usually washed after two to three days of wear. It does not need washing every day, but it should not wait too long either. Wash at a low temperature with a mild detergent and no fabric softener, then let it air dry. Read more in the washing guide.
Air between wears
Hang your loungewear up at night instead of leaving it in a pile. The fabric gets some air and feels fresher the next day. It also stretches the time between washes a little, without the clothes becoming less pleasant to wear. A hook in the bathroom or bedroom is enough.
When a set is worn out
A set worn for many hours every day will show wear over time. Watch the knees, elbows and seat, where the fabric thins first. When the waistband no longer holds, it is time to replace it. Replace one set at a time, so you always have one ready.
Plan before November
Check your loungewear in October, before the dark months really begin. That gives you time to find what is missing without rushing. It is easier than discovering in the middle of January that one set has holes and the other is in the wash.
Frequently asked questions
Why does loungewear wear out fast in winter?
Because it is worn many hours a day in the dark months, often all evening and all weekend. That is normal and simply shows how much the clothes are used.
How many sets should I have?
Two, so you can wash one without running short. Each set also gets a rest, and both last longer than a single set would on its own.
What helps against cold feet indoors?
A pair of socks that stay comfortable for many hours. The floor is often the coldest spot in the room, so it makes a clear difference to how you feel.
See our range of Copenhagen Bamboo.
