Warm Nightwear for Winter – Without the Sweat

Short answer: Warm nightwear for winter does not have to be thick – it has to regulate temperature. Nightwear in bamboo viscose keeps you warm when it is cold and wicks moisture away if you get too warm under the duvet. So you are not cold at bedtime and not sweating in the middle of the night.

Thick nightwear is often a trap

Fleece and thick cotton feel lovely when you crawl under the duvet – but after an hour many people get too warm and wake up sweaty. The solution is layers that breathe: a long-sleeved set in bamboo viscose keeps you warm without trapping the heat. Read why in the guide to bamboo and temperature regulation.

The right winter nightwear for women

Choose a long-sleeved nightdress from bamboo nightdresses for women or a set with long bamboo pyjama bottoms and a long-sleeved top. For the cold trip out of bed, a bamboo dressing gown is the perfect extra layer – you take it off again once you are under the duvet.

Remember the bedding

Your nightwear is only half the equation. Bamboo bedding works together with your nightwear to keep an even temperature – see bamboo bedding, and read more in the post about sleeping better with bamboo.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best material for warm nightwear?

A breathable material such as bamboo viscose. It keeps you warm when it is cold, but wicks moisture away so you do not overheat under the duvet.

Why do I sweat in my winter nightwear?

Often because the nightwear is too thick or does not breathe. The body has to get rid of heat during the night, and dense materials such as fleece trap both heat and moisture.

Should I sleep in several layers in winter?

Better one good breathable layer and a suitable duvet than many thick layers. A dressing gown is good before and after bedtime, but take it off when you sleep.