Warm summer months call for a variety of pajama needs. For one, falling and staying asleep during hot and humid nights is crucial. With any vacation plans, you’ll want PJ sets that you know are easy to coordinate. Also, if you have any family or overnight guests visiting this season, you’ll want summer sleepwear that you’re comfortable wearing around the house.
Does your pajama collection do it all? If not, don’t sweat it. It’s fairly simple to put together a capsule wardrobe of pajamas that will cover all the bases. We’ve put together a few tips and tricks to help you get started.
What is a Capsule Wardrobe?
If you’re wondering what a capsule wardrobe is, it’s usually a small assortment of clothing items that are made up of all the essentials. These staple pieces are chosen to intentionally mix and match with each other to create a wide variety of outfits. Some people choose to follow this method for their entire wardrobe and stick to a specific color palette of neutrals and colors they love or look best in.
The benefits of a capsule wardrobe are that it saves time and decreases decision fatigue, and takes up less space in your closet. It may also motivate you to declutter and donate old items that are no longer serving you.
What Should I Put in My Summer Capsule Wardrobe?
When it comes to a summer sleepwear capsule wardrobe, focus on pajamas and loungewear items specifically catering to this season. First consider your current sleepwear preferences. Is an oversized tee and shorts your go-to? Or, are you more of a matching set kind of sleeper? You may decide that you want a variety of silhouettes so you can create the most versatile outfits with your summer pajamas. Whichever styles you choose, make sure they’re cohesive, breathable, and layer-able when needed. Let’s dive into our suggestions for building the perfect capsule wardrobe for summer.
Easy Solid Separates
The key to a functional capsule pajama collection is to have a good number of solid pieces. You’ll be able to rely on these basics as a starting point to any pajama outfit. Think no-fail neutral colors like navy, black and grey. These will easily pair with prints and bold hues. For summer, you might prefer lighter solids like blush, white, light blue, etc. Curate your comfort in summer shades you’ll love all year.
Since we’re planning a capsule wardrobe for summer, choose items that are lightweight and breathable like our Cool Nights® collection. After all, a sleep expert shared with us the importance of wearing the right pajamas so we don’t overheat and in turn sleep better.
Pop of Print + Subtle Pattern Mixing
Whether you go for one pop of print among a sea of solids or you find a couple prints that complement each other, it’s a great way to spruce up your selection. Once you have your solid items chosen, you can begin branching out into your patterns. Choose from the classics like stripes or polka dots or opt for a seasonal print like butterflies or florals. You can buy a few summer pajama sets that mix and match or pick from an array of separates.
Style Tip: If you’re intimidated by pattern mixing, a good rule of thumb is to go for a smaller print paired with a larger print with similar tones and colors.
Breezy Sleepshirts and Chemises
If you like the idea of a one-and-done pajama look, consider adding a summer sleepshirt or chemise (or both) to your capsule wardrobe. Our summer nightgowns and sleepshirts range in styles, lengths, colors, and exclusive prints. Our Cool Nights® sleepshirt is cool-to-the-touch and an ultra lightweight option for comfortable sleep on hot nights. When you have guests staying over, our soft support chemises are the perfect PJs. They have built-in soft support and more coverage at the bust—great for wearing while you make late night tea or pancakes in the morning.
Lightweight Robe
Don’t forget to invest in a warm weather robe! Many of us have a cozy, plush robe we love to wear when it’s cold outside but often forget the benefits of a lightweight option. Straight out of a shower, you can throw on a barely-there layer while you finish your morning routine without overheating. A versatile robe is a great opportunity to add in a pop of print to your capsule wardrobe for summer.
Comfy Bras + Underwear
Do you prefer to wear panties to bed? If so, your summer sleepwear collection isn’t complete until you find comfy options with proper air flow. Panties made of cotton are very breathable—which is important for your intimate areas—making them an ideal choice for sleepwear. For bras, opt for a bralette that feels like you’re wearing nothing, like our Enbliss® bralette made from brushed fabric that is as soft as a cloud.
How many pieces are in a summer capsule wardrobe?
If you’re looking to transform your entire wardrobe into a capsule wardrobe you will likely have around 30 or more items in your collection. Since we’re strictly talking about summer pajamas, you will need less than that.
It’s truly up to personal preferences, how often you do laundry, and your sleepwear needs. A handful of bottoms and tops that coordinate is a great starting point. Then you’ll want to add a couple of lightweight layers like a robe and consider your one-and-done pieces as well. Start small and continue building as needed!
Shop our versatile sleepwear styles for all of your summer pajama needs.
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