We spend around a third of our lives asleep, which makes what we wear to bed worth a little thought. For a fabric that feels like a genuine treat and quietly works while you rest, it's hard to go past silk.
Silk has been prized for thousands of years, and once you've slept in it, it's easy to see why.
Cool in summer, warm in winter
Silk is a natural protein fibre, and like the other fibres we love, it breathes. It carries warmth away from the body on a hot night and holds it close on a cold one, helping you stay at an even temperature rather than waking too warm or reaching for another blanket. For anyone whose sleep runs hot, or whose comfort shifts with the seasons or the years, that steadiness is worth a great deal.
Kind to skin and hair
Then there's the feel of it. Silk is famously smooth, so it slips against the skin rather than dragging. That softness is part of the pleasure, but it's practical too. A silk nightie or pillowcase creates less friction against skin and hair overnight, which many people find leaves both looking better in the morning. Silk is naturally gentle, which makes it a kind choice for sensitive or mature skin.
For her, and for him
Our silk sleepwear collection is made for everyone. For women there are flowing nighties and matched pyjama sets, along with separates like camisoles and pants you can mix to suit the season. The Silk Pleated Nightie and the Silk PJ Set are lovely places to start. For men there's an easy, understated line of pyjamas and nightshirts, the Men's Silk Henley Nightshirt among them, cut for comfort and made to be worn for years. A silk satin robe or a silk eye mask makes a fitting finishing touch, and a thoughtful gift.
A better night's sleep
There's something quietly indulgent about slipping into silk at the end of the day, and something sensible about it too. It looks after your comfort while you sleep and asks little in return. On the very coldest nights some of us reach for merino instead, but for smooth, easy comfort the year round, silk is hard to better.
Sleep well.
