FASHION IN THE BEDROOM
Are you enjoying a hot cup of coffee as you read this post? I get a lot of comments that most of you read my blog, while you are drinking your coffee, tea, or something else. Now, I want you to look down, and tell me what you are wearing. Don’t be Jake from State Farm and say, “Khaki’s!” hahahaYou’re going to just love this post. We are going to talk about sleepwear. Fashion is everywhere, even in the bedroom. Are you married, have a significant other, or do you live by yourself? It really doesn’t matter, you SHOULD look nice no matter what.
I remember a story that someone told me about their mother. Her mom always wore a flannel gown that was so old, it was almost see through. If you have ever worn flannel, then you know as it is rubbed, the material gets thinner and thinner. You can well imagine the spots on the gown that got the most wear. She had plenty of other gowns, but would always pull out this old ratty gown. One night, my friend and her brother, decided that gown had to go, they had “seen” enough. After a lot of playing, tickling, and cavorting, the gown was in shreds. Her mom would laugh and laugh over this story, it was one of her favorite memories.
Years ago, I admit I had been guilty of wearing “stuff” I wouldn’t even put in a yard sale. I can’t believe I subjected Joe to those outfits. It was like, “I’m just going to bed, no one will see me.” I forgot all about the one person that WAS going to see me. I looked in the mirror one day, as I was leaving the bedroom, and thought how dowdy that person looked. I went that day and changed that.
Just like the mom in the above story, I had plenty of nice pajamas, but I would throw on a pair of shorts with holes, and a t-shirt that was stained or had holes too. Are you disappointed in me? In the winter, my go-to look was not any better, it consisted of leggings or yoga pants and a long sleeve top. When I would wake up, I threw on a long robe (to the floor) that was velour and dark mauve.
Bertha and I went to a woman’s club seminar one weekend, and we had to room with a lady that we only knew in passing. We picked her up, and she rode with us the for the 2 hour drive. She was really nice, and we felt comfortable rooming with her. Later that night, she went into the bathroom to change for bed. Bertha and I were already in bed, and we both were shocked when she came out of the bathroom. She had on Lingerie!!! I am talking about the frilly chiffon type lingerie of the 1950’s. I talked to a lady who had to room with her a month ago, and I had to ask if she wore the lingerie. The lady started laughing and said she did. Lol! This woman put us all to shame. I still do not wear lingerie, but I no longer look like a rag-muffin when I go to bed.
This is my idea of what you should wear in the summer months, if you want to wear shorts. How cute are these? This is still just a top and a pair of shorts, but I don’t see stains, rips, or holes. Instead, I see sweet, cute, and a tad sexy.
If you are not a fan of the two piece short set, then how about a gown? These are cute and comfortable. If you HAVE to go to the store in your pajamas, these at least could pass for a dress. Haha These are modern, and NOT a bit frumpy. These are also very affordable, you don’t have to spend a fortune to look nice. You have no reason to keep wearing those old rags. Lol!
Wearing Plus size is no reason not to look adorable. I love these cute little gowns!
This is one of my favorite looks for the winter. It is an oversized sleep shirt, but it looks like you are sleeping in your husbands button-up shirt. I think this is super sexy. Am I strange?
And for those of you who are saying, “I would freeze in those things,” here is what you should consider wearing. Your arms are covered, your legs are covered, and they button up for ease in putting on. BUT, they still look nice and cute. I have a couple pairs of this type pajamas. One pair is satin, and one is knit. I even took the solid black knit pair and had it monogrammed with my initials . Lol!
The moral of the story is, you have no excuse for not looking nice, even when you sleep. Take a few minutes and go through your pajama drawer. Get rid of anything that is stained, ripped, or looks like it came over in the ark. Haha! Go shopping, and let me know what your husband thinks when you put on some new duds.
This has been a public service announcement. You can thank me later, I know your husband will. Lol!
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Great post Tania !!!! I have been convicted and I am guilty 🙁 I definitely look like a rag-a-muffin at bedtime and around the house when I’m cleaning. I dress nice for work and even going to the grocery store or running errands…..just not for bed. You have challenged me to do better with my sleeping/bedtime attire. ~Lisa~
Uh, I’m a “sleep in the nude” gal. ? Then I have to scramble to find something when we go visit relatives ! ?
I wear stuff around the house that makes my husband laugh (in a good way). I have some palazzo pants that I pair with a sweatshirt or a tee depending on the weather, and in winter I have a fuzzy leopard-print house coat that only needs a turban to make me look like a 1950s glamorous housewife.
It is more fun to have nicer sleepwear! But I really like to mix & match mine instead of the matching top & bottom. It must come from my day outfit thinking!!
jodie
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I really like the cotton knit gowns from Lands End. I wear short sleeved ones in the summer and long sleeved ones in the cooler months. My winter gowns are flannel, but not ratty ones. I also try to get patterned ones in the cotton knit because I have several grandsons ages 5-13 that stay from time to time and I don’t think they need to see too much of their Nonna revealed. I do wear robes, but you never know when you need to check on someone in the middle of the night or something like that. My mother wears gowns until they fall apart and I vowed not to do that! Love your posts Tania!
Hi Tania – great post! I really need to and will go shopping. My husband (and I) thank you!
What a great post. I’ve been splurging on Carole Hochman pj sets for years now and having a robe with gown that coordinate make me feel special. Definitely puts a spring in my step. I’m already looking for a new brushed back satin gown for colder nights. Variety can be the spice in life!
Have a wonderful day.
Nice post Tania, but you might want to check out your title,left out the “l” kinda funny. I think you meant “public service announcement” but “pubic” could be funny!
Hilarious!!! I need to correct that, but wait, I can’t it is already on Facebook!!! hahaha
Haha, I also used to sleep in old shirts! Till I thought:what is this, I want to look nice during the day and at night I look like a bag Lady! Now I am wearing nice, slightly sexy(not to sexy, I want some sleep!) Nightwear!
Me too Nancy. Who wants to look like a bag lady ever???
Love your blog today! After a 25 year marriage break up, a few years on my own, and finally stepping back into a relationship, I had never given much thought on what I wore to bed. After my sweetheart made a comment about taking me shopping for some nice gowns, I was horrified at what I had been wearing to bed or to lounge around in! Now I enjoy shopping for nice, comfortable gowns and lounge wear…Soma is usually my go to brand. Now, if I can just give up my favorite robe, that yes, has holes and makeup stains on it, but oh so comfy! Have a wonderful day and thank you for your blog!
We sometimes need to look at ourselves through someone else’s eyes. I am glad you took the, not to subtle, hint. Lol!