Clothing for Night Work – Shift Work, Sleep and Comfort

Short answer: Clothing for night work has to do two things: keep you comfortable and awake on shift and help you sleep well during the day. Bamboo clothing manages both, because it regulates temperature at work and makes daytime sleep calmer in soft, breathable nightwear and bedding.

Comfort on the night shift

Night shifts often bring big temperature swings: warm rooms, cool corridors and tiredness that makes the body feel cold. Bamboo viscose moves moisture away and evens out the swings, so you are neither clammy nor cold. Read how the material works in the guide to bamboo and temperature regulation.

Daytime sleep is difficult sleep

Sleeping during the day is harder than sleeping at night, because the body is set to be awake and the bedroom is often warmer and lighter. Breathable nightwear and bedding in bamboo help the body get rid of heat, so you do not wake up sweaty in the middle of your most important sleep. See the range of bamboo nightwear for men and bamboo nightwear for women.

Upgrade the bed

Bamboo bedding feels cool and dry, even when the bedroom is warm in the afternoon. If you want to know more about the link between bamboo and better sleep, read our guide to sleeping better with bamboo.

Frequently asked questions

Why is bamboo clothing good for night work?

Because it regulates temperature and moisture, so you are comfortable on shift and sleep more calmly during the day.

Can bamboo bedding improve daytime sleep?

Many people notice calmer sleep, because bamboo feels cool and moves sweat away in a warm bedroom during the day.

What should I wear under my uniform?

A breathable bamboo base layer, for example an undershirt and briefs, keeps you dry through the whole shift.