The best bamboo nightwear and what gives the best sleep

Short answer: Good nightwear is loose enough to let you turn over and thin enough that you do not wake up hot. Bamboo viscose moves moisture away from the skin, and that is why it feels cool.

Loose rather than close fitting

Nightwear has to move with you when you turn over. Tight sleeves and legs twist and wake you. Half a size up in nightwear is rarely wrong. See the range in bamboo nightwear for women and bamboo nightwear for men.

Why bamboo feels cool

Bamboo viscose absorbs moisture quickly and releases it into the air. It is the evaporation that cools, not the fabric itself. That is why it works best under a duvet that can also breathe.

Set, nightdress or separates

A nightdress gives the most freedom of movement, a set holds warmth better in winter. The nightdresses are in bamboo nightdresses for women.

Washing without ruining the softness

Fabric softener leaves a film that makes the fabric less absorbent, and absorbency is exactly what you are paying for. Skip it. See washing and care.

Frequently asked questions

Why do I sweat less in bamboo nightwear?

You sweat the same, but the fabric moves the moisture away from your skin so you feel drier and cooler.

Should nightwear be loose?

Yes. Loose nightwear does not twist when you turn over, and that is the most common reason for waking.

Can bamboo nightwear be tumble dried?

On low heat, yes. High heat shrinks the fabric and makes the elastic give up.