Clothes for visiting family
Short answer: When staying with others, nightwear and loungewear matter most. A set with clean lines works in the evening and the morning, and makes it easier to move around a house where other people are also present.
Nightwear you can be seen in
If you have to walk through the living room or past the kitchen in the morning, a nightwear set with clean lines is easier than a loose robe. A set with long sleeves and trousers feels presentable enough for coffee with your hosts. Choose a soft fabric that is not see-through. See bamboo nightwear for women.
A robe
Alternatively, bring a robe to wear over the nightwear you usually sleep in. It is quick to throw on when you get up and gives a little extra warmth if the house is cool in the morning. Choose one that does not take up too much room and closes properly. See bamboo robe for men.
Loungewear
A set you can wear indoors all day makes the visit more relaxed. You sit at the table for a long time, help in the kitchen and relax on the sofa in the evening. Soft loungewear that still looks tidy covers all three. See bamboo loungewear for women.
Socks
If you walk around in socks indoors, your socks matter more than usual. They are seen, and they are worn from morning to evening. Bring an extra pair, and choose ones without holes or heels worn thin. A warm pair is pleasant on cold floors. See all bamboo socks for women.
For men
The same applies for men. A nightwear set with clean lines, or a robe over what you sleep in, makes the morning easier when others are in the house. Choose a set in a calm colour that works in the bedroom as well as the kitchen. See the matching items in bamboo nightwear for men.
A cool guest room
Guest rooms are often cooler than your own bedroom, because they are not used every day. An extra layer, such as a thin jumper or a pair of socks for the night, makes it easier to sleep well. If you run warm at night, thin nightwear helps instead, so bring one of each.
Packing
Thin clothes take up the least room and crease the least. Roll nightwear and loungewear rather than folding them, and put what you need first in the evening at the top of the bag. Then you do not have to dig through everything. For longer trips, see our packing list.
Washing
Wash the clothes when you get home rather than leaving them in the bag. Worn clothes packed tightly in a closed bag can start to smell, and sweat settles into the fabric. Wash at 30 to 40 degrees and let them air dry. See the washing guide.
An extra set of underwear
Underwear takes up no space, and an extra set covers you if the visit runs a day longer than planned. That often happens on family visits, where plans change along the way. Put it in a small pouch at the bottom of the bag. See bamboo underwear for men.
Frequently asked questions
What matters most when visiting?
Nightwear and loungewear you can wear when others are around. A set with clean lines makes it easier to move around the house in the morning and evening.
Should I bring a robe?
Either a robe or a nightwear set with clean lines. Both make it easy to walk through the house in the morning before you get dressed for the day.
What about socks?
Bring an extra pair, as you often walk around in socks indoors at other people's homes. Choose pairs without holes and with heels that are not worn thin.
You can find the full range at Bamboo-Clothing.com.
