Clothing for night shifts and changing working hours

Short answer: On night shifts you sleep at times the body is not set up for. A cool, dark room and nightwear that moves moisture make sleeping easier.

Sleeping when it is warm outside

You sleep during the day when the room is warmest. A material that moves moisture does more here than at night. See bamboo nightwear for women.

The bedding matters most

You have more bedding against your skin than nightwear. See bamboo bedding.

Clothing for the shift

Long hours standing call for socks without tight ribbing and a base layer that keeps you dry. See all bamboo socks for men.

A change at work

If the shift is long and physical, a change partway through makes a real difference. See bamboo underwear for men.

Washing in rhythm

With changing shifts it is easiest to have enough sets to wash once a week. See washing and care.

Frequently asked questions

What is hard about sleeping during the day?

That the room is warmest precisely then. A material that moves moisture does more here than at night.

What matters more, nightwear or bedding?

The bedding. You have more of it against your skin.

Does a change partway through a long shift help?

Yes, especially if the shift is physical. It does more than any choice of material.