Lifestyle Asia reckons athleisure has had its moment; and in 2026, everyone wants to wear sleepwear instead.
The Row’s Summer 2026 collection has a look that’s basically a loose nightgown. And Miu Miu followed with striped poplin pajama pants of its own.
Sleepwear didn’t leave the bedroom because somebody invented a miracle fabric. The fabrics just got good enough to look as nice as they feel.
These days, customers want to know if a sleepwear set can handle a trip to the shop, a 7 AM class, maybe even lunch with friends.
Fabric is where brands get caught out; how it holds its shape, how it drapes, and how it looks after a month of washing.
A few fabrics are worth knowing, and each wins in a different situation.
This article rounds up those fabrics, based on the trends we’ve been tracking, so you can skip the research and pick the right one for your sleepwear collection.
92% Tencel™ Lyocell 8% Spandex 40s
Silky, breathable, and easy to move in. This TENCEL™ Lyocell blend has a soft, fluid drape and just enough stretch to go wherever you do.
It handles moisture well and feels gentle on bare skin, so it stays comfortable from bedtime to brunch.
A natural fit for premium sleepwear, pyjamas, loungewear, and relaxed leisurewear.
66% Bamboo 26% Cotton 8% Spandex
Cozy, breathable, and stretchy where it counts. Bamboo Cotton Spandex is an easy pick for sleepwear.
It balances comfort, breathability, and stretch, so you get a soft, relaxed feel that still moves with you, whether you’re asleep or walking about.
90% Modal 10% Spandex 40s
Super soft, super light, and breathable enough to feel like a second skin.
This 90% modal, 10% spandex blend is made with TENCEL™ Modal fibers, so it stays soft after wash and helps keep you naturally dry through the night with its moisture control.
The fibers are made in an eco-friendly, resource-efficient process with high chemical recovery rates, and the fabric is OEKO-TEX certified, so it’s safe on the skin.
With just the right amount of stretch and support, it suits pyjama sets, sleep tees, nightgowns, plus lounge pieces you’ll want to stay in all weekend.
100% Cotton Pointelle
A delicate pointelle knit gives this fabric a textured look with a quiet, understated elegance.
The rib structure adds gentle stretch and a flattering drape, so the finished piece looks as good as it feels.
Made from high-quality cotton, it’s breathable enough to sit comfortably against bare skin, which makes it a natural choice for sleep. Think pyjama sets, sleep tees, camisoles, nightgowns, and robes.
90% Ecovero 10% Spandex 30s
Soft, light, and very stretchy, this knit is made for sleepwear and loungewear.
Made with LENZING™ ECOVERO™ viscose, it has a smooth, comfortable hand feel and stretches and bounces back well.
The fabric is breathable and fluid, so it sits easily on the body and still looks clean and polished.
A little spandex adds extra flexibility and helps each piece keep its shape.
It suits pyjama sets, sleep tees, camisoles, sleep shorts, and lounge sets.
So which fabric should you pick?
It really depends on what you want the piece to do.
Tencel™ Lyocell is the one for a fluid, silky drape and a premium feel.
Bamboo cotton spandex is the cozy, easy choice for everyday sleep sets.
Modal feels like a second skin and stays soft wash after wash.
Cotton pointelle brings texture and a classic look in a natural fiber.
Ecovero gives you a smooth, polished finish with plenty of stretch.
None of them is the “best” on its own.
The right one is the one that fits your customer, your price point, and the way you want the collection to look and feel.
If you’d like to feel the ones listed above for yourself, we have a fabric booklet you can get from us.
Ready to turn one of these fabrics into a collection? CM Garmindo makes white label and custom sleepwear, so get in touch and tell us what you have in mind.
