What is a bamboo nightie and who is it good for
Short answer: A bamboo nightie is a long, loose, shirt shaped piece of sleepwear that usually reaches the thigh or knee and buttons at the front. It is made from viscose from bamboo and suits people who sleep warm and people who dislike tight waistbands.
What a bamboo nightie is
A nightie is a piece of sleepwear cut like a long shirt, often with buttons at the front and short or long sleeves. It covers the upper body and thighs in one piece and has no waistband that can pinch. Nighties come in many fabrics, and viscose from bamboo is one of the soft options.
What a bamboo nightie feels like
Viscose from bamboo is smooth and drapes softly, so a bamboo nightie often feels light and frictionless against the skin. The fabric absorbs moisture and can feel cool on warm nights. Because it is loose it rarely clings to the body. How soft it feels depends on the knit and weight, so check both.
Who a nightie is good for
The nightie suits you if you sleep warm or dislike a waistband. It is also a good choice if you want something easy to put on and take off. It can be pleasant if you turn a lot in the night, because there are no legs to twist. A bamboo nightie also packs small for travel.
Who may prefer something else
If you get cold at night or want warmth around your legs, a set with long trousers may be better. If you are often up in the night a nightie can feel too light and bare. Some find the nightie rides up under the duvet, so try one before you buy more. Look at bamboo sleepwear for women.
Nightie, nightdress and set
The nightie resembles the nightdress but often has a shirt shaped cut with buttons and more structure. The nightdress is often cut flatter and can have straps. See bamboo nightgowns for women and compare. A set with trousers and a top gives more coverage and warmth but can feel heavier.
Length, buttons and sleeves
The length should cover the thighs when you sit, and the sleeves should suit the season. Buttons at the front make the nightie practical if you nurse or just want something easy to open. Check that the buttons are secure and the buttonholes do not pull at the fabric. Try the sleepwear on and see whether it feels light to lie in.
Caring for the nightie
Wash the nightie by the label, turn it inside out and avoid fabric softener and high heat. Air dry it so the fabric keeps its shape. Change it after a few nights or sooner if you have sweated. That way it stays soft and the stitching at the buttons lasts longer than if you wear it hard.
What you can use it for besides the night
A nightie can serve as a light robe, a beach tunic or easy home wear. If you want a set for the home look at bamboo loungewear for women, which is cut for being up and about. That way the nightie can stay in the bedroom and you have something that fits the day.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a nightie and a nightdress
A nightie often has a shirt shaped cut with buttons and more structure, while a nightdress is usually cut flatter and may have straps. Both are loose and have no waistband.
Can I sleep in a bamboo nightie all year
Yes, if you choose by season: short sleeve and light knit in summer, longer sleeve and thicker knit in winter. Many combine it with socks or a thin jumper when it is cold.
How do I wash a bamboo nightie
Follow the care label, wash gently, turn it inside out and avoid fabric softener, high heat and hard wringing. Air dry it so the fabric keeps its softness and shape.
You can find the full range at Bamboo-Clothing.com.
