There is no garment like the pajama that identifies a man more and better reflects his personality. These special garments, for going to bed or staying in it (especially on Sundays), tend to be so comfortable that one can even look forward to the end of the day to wear them. Generally, when a man puts on the pajama, he experiences a kind of overall relaxation that invades his entire being. It is something similar to being in out-of-service mode, relax mode.
The Pajama and Its Origin
Undoubtedly, the pajama is one of the most widely used garments worldwide, regardless of race, culture, or religion. It is clothing worn daily, and not only for sleeping but often to be at home feeling more comfortable and relaxed.
The word Pajama originates from a Persian and Hindi term paejama, which encompasses a set of meanings that could be reduced to the habit of preserving personal hygiene, the healthiness of the place where one sleeps or rests (bed), and it is also related to the sensation of comfort to the body during rest.
On the other hand, it has also been recorded that during the time of the extinct Ottoman Empire (present-day Turkey), this garment already existed and played a very particular role. It is said that it was used to “warm” the legs at a time when there were no effective solutions to control the low temperatures of the cold seasons of the year. Within that culture, its name literally meant “clothing for the leg.”
By the mid-17th century, women and men, to avoid sleeping naked, wore long nightgowns fastened all the way down the front to the feet. They were made of velvet or wool. At the same time, during that era, maritime travel between East and West began to flourish, which could be considered the first tourism trips. On these journeys, as with all travels, cultural exchanges began to appear; this is how pants imported from Persia became popular, which turned out to be the first pajamas in the West.
At first, these garments were quite loose to allow full freedom of movement while sleeping. They were made from soft and cool woven fabrics to ensure proper breathability and comfort. Three centuries later, when England had India as a colony, it adopted and adapted this sleeping garment to its English style, adding details and decorations oriented toward luxury.
It was at this moment that this garment was defined by gender: garments for men and women. It was a garment with such renown and prestige that it became suitable only for people with high social positions, despite its origins as accessible textile pieces used by all social classes, among other things, due to its simple and primitive design.
Comfortable Summers and Winters
It is a fact that our attention decreases when choosing our restwear or clothes to stay at home. Generally, little time is dedicated to selecting our pajamas. But it is necessary and advisable to devote time to this. Our attention should largely focus on the comfort and taste of our home or sleepwear; this is an aspect that should not be neglected.
During the pandemic, we were all forced to stay home longer than planned, a significant event through which we realized that we must feel comfortable in our homes, which also translates into feeling good and comfortable all year round.
The recommendation is to use pajamas made of cotton, the best and purest raw material available for making these garments. They are garments of extraordinary quality, as well as being very soft and special for the hot days of mid-year and also for the cold days of winter. Whether in knit or woven fabrics, cotton provides a shine and a special air that gives elegance and style to the pajama.
Do not hesitate, and experience what it is like to choose a good pajama for each season of the year. El Búho Nocturno offers a wide variety of pajamas made from all types of fabrics adapted to the temperatures of the season in question. Additionally, always caring for elegance and the different tastes our clients may have, as we make a wide range of designs so you can choose the one you like best.
When we talk about summer, the time when temperatures rise, the search for fresh garments is a priority. Short designs, specially created for these days, become our main allies when it comes to sleep and rest after exhausting hot daytime hours.
These short pajamas, known for their great durability that could allow us to use them for several repeated seasons, consist of bermuda-style shorts and short-sleeved shirts, sometimes with a pocket on the chest area, in light tones of white, blue, gray, and pearl color.
It should be mentioned that during summer temperatures logically rise, although it is also true that there are certain areas where temperatures do not rise excessively. Not to mention that not all men have the same preferences for short pajamas. Not everyone has the same tastes and needs. So there are also proposals for long designs, of course with the same cotton base to ensure breathability, freshness, and adequate comfort.
On the other hand, in colder seasons, during winter, men usually opt for a long pajama that keeps them warm and comfortable. One that allows them not to feel cold and to be comfortable in their own home. And in these times, when heating cannot be on all day due to the cost involved, it is important that this garment is warm enough to be at home without feeling cold. We offer an ideal winter pajama, whether knit, premium double-combed flannel, soft velvet, or pure cotton poplin woven fabric. And even for those who are more sensitive to cold or do not use heating all day, we have additional accessories, polar fleece and flannel jackets and robes. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience the feeling that winter has been warm.
Not Just for Sleeping
According to recent surveys, men do not wear pajamas as often as expected; it is a matter of habit and culture, often familial.
The idea that pajamas are only for sleeping is actually incorrect. Although Europeans adapted pajamas as sleepwear, the good people of Turkey, Iran, and India wore these loose garments not only for bed but for comfort throughout the day in the warm temperatures of those latitudes.
In short, it is simple: when you get home at the end of a long day, try not to change from a suit to other clothing that gives a feeling of restriction. Instead, try pajamas. It turns out they are very comfortable, practical, and help considerably in preserving the lifespan of your clothes for much longer.
So, much of the reason why the use of pajamas has a bad reputation is due to that outdated paradigm of weakness and old age associated with wearing pajamas that tends to exert some pressure on the general public.
Instead, what is indisputable is that their use should be encouraged as part of a modern culture. Because they provide comfort, hygiene, and well-being. The super comfortable feeling of cotton fabrics on the skin not only helps relieve the worries of the day but also helps shape and style our figures. It is a fact that from time to time we want to look good without needing to put together our best clothing combinations.
A man in pajamas stands out for security, confidence, and good habits associated with order and hygiene for nighttime rest hours, in that sleep ritual that may seem insignificant.