20 September 2019

7 of the Best Women’s Flannel Pajamas and Nightgowns

By Marie Davis Uncategorised, Women

Published 20 September 2019

Last updated 15 October 2021

There is nothing better than a nice pair of thick flannel pajamas to help keep you warm on a cold winter night. Luckily, there are many cute, comfy, and flattering flannel options for women that will keep you super warm and looking amazing.

If you are looking for a pair for yourself or as a gift for someone you love, we have done some substantial research to find the best high-quality, seriously warm flannel pajamas.

PajamaMania Women’s Flannel Pyjama Set

PajamaMania has an excellent reputation for the warmth of its flannels. Their 100% Cotton Flannel Pajama Set is a great option if you want something warm that looks great while lounging or that will keep you warm when you are sleeping. The sets come in a range of cute prints and colors.

The material is a 100% premium Cotton Flannel that has a brushed feel to it, which just means that it has been made softer.

These PJ’s come with a chest pocket, as well as a back pocket on the pants.The waistband is elastic and comfortable for most women. If you are looking for a gift, PajamaMania PJ’s are well worth a look since they are inexpensive, comfy, and adorable.

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L.L Bean Flannel

L.L Bean is another excellent place to get some high-quality, thick flannel sleepwear. They have a few different flannel options, including their Scotch Plaids Sets and some different tops and bottoms that you can buy separately.

The L.L. Bean designs come in cute patterns and plaids. For the most part, their flannel has a reputation for being thick and warm.

One of their most popular styles for women is their Flannel Night Gown (pictured above). It has been around for years, and if you are looking for comfort and warmth, this nightgown is a great choice. It is made from good quality fabric and is designed to have a generous loose cut. This durable nightgown will last for years to come.

Available from L.L Bean

Lands End- Women’s Flannel Sleepwear

Land’s End has many sleepwear options, and they are known for the high quality and softness of their flannel. Many of their pants and sleep shirts sell separately, so they end up being a little on the pricey side unless you can get them on sale.

If you don’t mind the price, they have some pretty cute patterns, including some seasonal Christmas-themed options that make great gifts. The flannel on the sleep shirts and pants is super soft and thick. The pants have a tie and elastic waist with pockets on the side, while the shirt is nicely tailored for a woman’s body and isn’t too boxy or unflattering.

Land’s End also has quite a cute flannel nightshirt (pictured) that I wanted to include just to give a range of flannel options. The nightshirt runs a little small.

Available at Land’s End

Garnet Hill’s Organic-Cotton Classic Flannel Pajamas

If you want a high-quality, luxury PJ set, look no further than the Organic-Cotton Classic Flannel Pajamas from Garnet Hill. This set comes in a few beautiful pattern options with a very comfy oversized style.

The classic style is a relaxed fit with quite a wide leg, so most women will find the fit to be comfortable. The flannel is an organic cotton flannel that comes from Germany, so it is super soft. It is a relatively thick flannel, so it is great for the colder weather.

Available from Garnet Hill

Bedhead Flannel Pajamas

A great place to shop for flannel pajamas and nightshirts is Bedheads. They have a good selection of cute and quirky patterns that you won’t find anywhere else. They are the classic men’s pajama-style with a relaxed fit. They have the standard notch collar and button-down front.

Bedheads aren’t the cheapest flannel option that you will find, but they are one of the few sleep sets that are made in the USA.

Available from BedheadPjs.com

Alexander Del Rossa Flannel Pajamas

Alexander Del Rossa Women’s Flannel Pajamas are a lightweight PJ that comes in pre-shrunk cotton flannel, so you don’t have to worry about shrinkage when you wash the set, which can be an issue with other brands.

The Alexander Del Rossa set has an elastic waist but does not have the drawstring for adjustments. These are a relaxed fit so that they will be comfortable for most women.

The top is a little longer than what you usually get on women’s flannel PJs. Some women like the bigger fit on the top, others who are looking for a more flattering fit don’t like it so much. Overall they are a great budget option that most women will love.

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PJ Salvage Flannel Pajamas

The PJ Salvage has lots of beautiful PJ sets to choose from, but this flannel style is a great place to start. It is comfy, cute, and makes an excellent gift. The flannel is super soft and cozy for lounge or sleeping. The design has contrasting piping and full length on the pant.

Available from Nordstrom

What to look for

Inseam Length– If you have had trouble in the past with the length of the pant on pajama sets, measure your inseam and check the measurement of any PJ’s you are considering getting.

Check if they are low rise– A design issue that seems to be a bit of a problem with some sets is that the rise is short on the bottoms, so you end up with a pant that is low rise. It is excellent for some body types, but not comfortable for everyone. Check reviews to see if this is an issue with styles that you are interested in buying.

Durability– Obviously, you will want a pajama that will last through a lot of washing and wear. Most cheaper brands won’t last you more than a year or two. If you want a set that is made to last, try L.L Bean or Land’s End.

The thickness of the Fabric– If you buy a pair of flannel PJs assuming that they will be warm just because they are flannel, you may be disappointed.

The weight and thickness of cloth vary quite a lot, so if you want heavyweight, warm sleepwear, you will need to double-check that the flannel is medium or heavyweight with a reasonable amount of thickness.

Cost– The cost of flannel sets can range from $30 to well over $150. The more expensive brands should last longer due to better quality materials and manufacturing. The more heavyweight flannel also tends to be a little more expensive.

Fit– Most women’s PJs are quite fitted. You can usually find the type of fit in the description of the set. If you love a relaxed fit and are having trouble finding something in women’s, you always have the option to look at the men’s styles. They are often a little more boxy and loose.

Pockets– A nice-to-have feature on a set of PJs is a pocket. Many brands offer a chest pocket, but not so many have pockets on the pant. If you are looking for sleep pants with pockets, you can try Noble Mount or Land’s End.