Night trousers or night shorts
Short answer: Night trousers keep the legs warm and suit cool nights, while night shorts give more air and suit warm bedrooms. Choose by the temperature at night and by how warm you sleep.
What night trousers give you
Long night trousers cover the legs and hold on to warmth when the temperature drops. They suit autumn, winter and bedrooms where there is not much heat. The trousers also protect against draughts and against the duvet slipping off. For people who often feel cold at night, night trousers are a good choice. Choose a loose cut, so the duvet can move and the trousers do not twist around your legs when you turn over. See bamboo trousers for women for calm resting.
What night shorts give you
Night shorts give the legs air and suit warm nights and mild bedrooms. They twist less around the legs and are quick to put on. If you sweat at night, short clothes are often more comfortable, because the moisture can evaporate. Night shorts are also a lighter solution for travel, because they take up little room in the luggage. The drawback is that you can get cold legs if the temperature falls, so keep an extra blanket to hand.
What decides the choice
The most important thing is how warm you sleep and how warm the bedroom is. If you have a duvet with good insulation and a warm room, night shorts are often enough all year. If you feel cold easily, or the room is cool, night trousers are better. Think also about the season and how you feel about a heavy duvet. It can be an advantage to have both and choose by the weather forecast.
Top and combination
Whether you choose trousers or shorts, the top must match. A thin top and long night trousers often feel good on a cool evening. A thin top and shorts are better for a warm night. See bamboo bodysuit, which can be used as a thin layer under night trousers on very cold nights. It is easier to adjust warmth with layers than with a single garment.
Comfort and fit
Night trousers and night shorts should not pinch at the waist or at the legs. See bamboo bra without underwire if you prefer to sleep in a soft bra that does not press. The elastic at the waist should be soft and wide, so you do not get marks. Wash viscose from bamboo at 30 to 40 degrees and avoid fabric softener, so the clothes stay soft.
Our recommendation by situation
Choose night trousers for autumn and winter, cool bedrooms and if you feel cold easily. Choose night shorts for spring and summer, warm bedrooms and if you sweat at night. Many have both and switch with the season. If in doubt, start with night shorts and add a pair of night trousers when it gets colder. An extra layer in bed is easier to take off than being cold all night.
Frequently asked questions
Are night trousers warmer than shorts
Yes, because they cover the legs. But you can also regulate warmth with the duvet.
Can I sleep in shorts in winter
You can if the bedroom is warm and the duvet is good. If your legs get cold, choose trousers.
What is best for night sweats
Talk to your doctor if the night sweats are heavy. For ordinary warmth, short, breathable clothes are often the most comfortable.
See our range of women's bamboo pyjama bottoms.
