Holiday Pajamas the Whole Family Will Want to Wear (Yes, Even the Teens)

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Speaking of button-down collar pajamas, this set is cozy and stretchy. Rifle Paper Co., known for their gorgeous stationary and supplies, released pajamas—and I’m obsessed with this Nutcracker set. It’s based on hand-painted characters from the ballet, along with mini drums, peppermints, and mini Santas.

The characters are scattered throughout with evergreen branches in the background, red-and-white piping, and adorable buttons that look like peppermint candies. It’s made from organic cotton and elastane for a soft yet stretchy material.

Our Textiles Lab experts rated this set the best overall pajamas due to its lightweight modal fabric that has a buttery-soft feel. "These are hands-down the best pajamas I’ve worn," said Home & Apparel Reviews Analyst Amanda Constantine.

This set comes in women’s, men’s, and kids’ sizes in all the same patterns, so you can match with the whole family. I love this classic red striped look, but the brand also has adorable patterns like a green set with scattered stars and pine trees.

Menorahs, stars, and dreidels, make this PJ set perfect for Hanukkah. This set is made from lightweight flannel, which will feel warm and cozy but not too warm since you’ll be in shorts and a tee, of course. I also love that the shorts are flowy with an adjustable drawstring waist for a better fit, and they even have pockets.

The hand-illustrated macarons shaped like Christmas trees are so adorable, and I love the sweet lace trim along the neckline. Made from 100% cotton, the ribbed knit will feel soft on your skin and keep you warm.

At 25, I want my holiday pajamas to feel festive without looking like I borrowed them from a kid's closet. This set strikes that sweet spot, offering a little more whimsy than the classic button-down PJs I still love. You can also opt for this Christmas Claws pattern from their coastal Christmas collection, which has little lobsters in sweaters and mittens.

If you couldn’t tell by now, Printfresh made my favorite holiday pajamas this winter. With Santa Claus riding a reindeer and lassoing a Christmas tree and nutcrackers wearing cowboy hats, this holiday PJ set is perfect for any country lover. It’s made with viscose rather than cotton, so it’ll have that shiny look and smooth, slippery feel on your skin. Plus, the material is moisture-wicking and breathable.

This is one of my favorite button-down collar PJ sets—it’s incredibly soft, smooth, and stretchy. With pastel blue pine trees, snowflakes, reindeer, and snowy cabins, the “Winter Wonderland” pattern lives up to its name. I also appreciate that they can be worn after the holidays, too. If you want something that is more colorful and Christmas-esque, this set is also available in a pattern with cartoony snowmen and penguins skiing.

The fabric is airy and breathable, so I like to wear my Bedhead set all year long. The elastic waistband of this set rests lightly on my stomach, which was perfect after abdominal surgery, and the pajamas move with me during my morning stretches. The PJs are true to size, and I love that the brand offers petite sizing.

If you’re looking to go outside the box, Printfresh has got you covered with kitschy Christmas patterns. I love this Holiday Hens pattern that takes a classic, button-down collar pajama and makes it funky with hens in winter attire. There are also eggs wrapped in a bow, and the trim on the pants and sleeves is dark green with pink ribbons. Plus, I love that you can shop the matching slippers to pull it all together.

There’s also a pastel pink Folklore Forest pattern with blue and red accents. I love that the brand’s size range is so extensive that you can tighten the drawstring pants if needed. The set is made with breathable cotton poplin.

If I had to buy one holiday pajama set as a gift for my mom, it’d be this one. She loves red cardinals (is that a mom thing?) and prefers PJ sets with a matching tank top and pants. The lace trim on the neckline, the frilled hems of the pants, and pretty birds make for a beautiful holiday PJ set. Plus, it’s made with breathable cotton poplin and has cropped pants and a flowy silhouette, so it’s ideal for staying cool.

If you love the pattern, it also comes in a short-sleeve nightgown that is adorable.

A nightgown the coziest solution when my bedroom feels too warm with heater on during the winter. There aren’t any nightgowns with holiday patterns, though, so I adore this vintage-styled, flowy nightgown with printed Christmas trees, 3/4 sleeves, and an embroidered pattern. If you want something more colorful, there’s this kitschy cat holiday nightgown in a bright bubblegum pink.

There are a ton of pajamas I own and love, but my all-time favorite is the Pima Pajama Set from Petite Plume. The fabric feels incredibly warn and soft on my skin, and it has held up well after multiple washes.

My set is in navy blue, but I love the brand’s holiday patterns. This Woof de Noël pattern has puppies in Santa hats with wrapped presents and holly berries. This set also comes in red stripes and a pattern called Yuletide Treats with cookies and milk.

Another set from the brand, the Twill Pajama Set, has adorable holiday patterns as well. The North Pole Chronicles has buildings like a reindeer barn and Santa’s house, and the Holiday Journey design features mini red cars with trees tied to the roofs.

Flowy pants can bunch up on your leg as you sleep, which is where jogger pajamas. They cinch at the ankle while staying loose and flexible around your legs, making for an all-around comfortable pajama pant. This set’s long-sleeve shirt cuffs at the end to keep the sleeves in place, too.

I love the chevron pattern on this jogger set with little skiers, snowmen, and reindeer. It’s colorful, but sticks to classic Christmas motifs. Like the brand’s other new pajama sets, it’s made with organic cotton and elastane for a soft, stretchy feel.

Flannel pajamas are a timeless holiday staple. One of our editors who runs hot said, “The one pair of flannel pajama pants I lounge in almost 24/7 in the winter is from L.L. Bean.” Our testers liked that this flannel set was soft, and it held up well in durability tests, per the Textiles Lab.

This classic set from L.L. Bean comes in eight colors, but I love the dark red and green plaid for Christmastime. We also love that it comes in petite, regular, plus, and tall sizes.

I love writing and sending letters to my friends, so I am about to buy these pants decorated with colorful envelopes and postcards addressed to Mr. and Mrs. Claus at the North Pole. They’re made with 100% organic lightweight flannel and an elastic waistband with a satin drawstring to tighten the pants.

The brand’s Pointelle Long Sleeve shirt comes in various colors like bright pink and forest green that coordinate with these pants, but you can also check out Printfresh’s other patterns to mix and match with if the letters to Santa aren’t your vibe.

Fans of Snoopy and the Peanuts, you’re going to want to check out this pajama set from American Eagle. The long-sleeve shirt and pants come in four Snoopy designs, two of which are for the winter holidays. Since Snoopy is super trendy lately, it’s the perfect way to get your teen to wear holiday pajamas this Christmas morning without them telling you it’s “cringe.”

The bright blue set features Snoopy in Santa hats, Christmas trees, and candy canes. A cream colored pattern has Snoopy skiing and wearing a huge puffer coat. You can even get matching slippers, so it’s a great gift for a teen (or adult!).

If you’re just looking for a pair of shorts to throw on with a T-shirt, this red and green argyle-patterned pair with ribbons is a cute pick. They’re boxers, so the stretchy elastic waistband and flowy silhouette keep you stylish and comfy. Made with viscose, these shorts will have a smooth, breathable feel, and as with all Printfresh pajamas, I love that they come in a wide range of sizes.

For the fashionistas out there, this adorable gingham set has a traditional holiday vibe with some unique touches. The ruffled hems on the shirt and pants instantly add polish. The large pockets on the front are great for holding your phone (or candy canes!), and the frilly bottom of the pants will look cute with fuzzy slippers. You can get it in green stripes, too.

This set has some subtle lace detailing on the collar, sleeve cuffs, and chest pocket for a feminine style. It’s made with 100% cotton flannel for a substantial, soft feel that’ll keep you warm and cozy this winter. In my opinion, it looks like something right out of a Hallmark movie (wear it to the ski resort and fall in love with the hometown hero!).

In winter, I like wearing a long-sleeve top with shorts to bed—it keeps me warm without the bunching and bulk of pajama pants. This holiday set with snowy Christmas trees, skiers, and reindeer looks like a winter wonderland painted onto the pajamas. It’s made with 100% cotton for a soft, cozy feel and has a relaxed fit for extra comfort.