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Let’s be real — there isn’t a time we don’t want to be comfy. But sometimes, your old tees and beaten-up shorts aren’t going to cut it.
In case you’re looking for something new and put-together to run errands in or, just need a comfy outfit to wear while you binge your favorite Hulu series, the New York Post Shopping team rounded up the best loungewear sets you’re bound to love.
Whether you’re looking for cozy joggers, a cloud-like sweater or an entire set to make yourself feel and look chic, we’ve got you covered.
We have some awesome picks, right in time for the holidays. Cozy Earth, for example, has up to 35% off. And you know that there is always an amazing deal to be found at Amazon!
Not to mention, any of these options would make a terrific gift for your wife or your girlfriend (or, the woman in your life, in general, quite possibly yourself).
Looking for more of the comfiest essentials? Check out our roundup of the best slippers.
Best Loungewear Sets for Women
Best Overall: Cozy Earth Bamboo Joggers
- Size options: XS-XXXL
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Joggers, especially buttery soft ones from Cozy Earth, are great for lounging in. Featuring ultra soft brushed fabric, they’re exactly what we want to pad around the house in on lazy Sundays, and can be kept on if we need to do a quick run to the store. If bamboo isn’t your favorite material, they’re also available in cashmere, modal and rib-knit. No wonder they were one of Oprah’s favorite things in 2022.
Most Stylish: Lulus Blissful Beginnings Wide-Leg Lounge Pants
Lulus has matching loungewear separates that both deserve spots inside your online shopping cart. Live out your marshmallow dreams with the brand’s Blissful Beginnings Wide-Leg Lounge Pants and corresponding Square Neck Crop Top. This waffle-knit, minimalist-inspired set is one we can’t stop glossing over.
Review: “The quality of the material makes me feel like I paid a lot for this (got it on sale). It’s very soft and flattering.”
Best with Crop Top: Petal & Pup Ayers Long Sleeve Set
- Size options: S-L
Petal & Pup, oh how we love you. Its Ayers Long Sleeve Set is a luxury-grade option we need to put on your radar, especially for its wide-leg charm and fitted, flattering crop top. Yes, please.
Review: “Love this set! Comfy and chic, and great for travel. The top is very cropped though and barely below the bra line on me, a short apple shaped girl.”
Best for Sleep: Cozy Earth Long Sleeve Bamboo Pajama Set
- Size options: XS-XXXL
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If you want to get technical, the main difference between pajamas and loungewear is that the ladder can be worn outside. However, we’d be more than happy to wear these (with a coat) to drive the kids to school. We certainly would wear them on WFH days and weekends. Lightweight and moisture-wicking, they have the perfect amount of stretch and a comfortable relaxed fit. Available in 13 colors, they were named one of Oprah’s favorite things in 2019.
Best for Winter: Gap CashSoft Shaker-Stitch Sweater Pants and Sweater Hoodie
- Size Options: XS-XXL
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Stay stylish and warm with this pick from The Gap. Although we still advice grabbing a jacket, the long sleeves and hoodie of the top will keep Both the sweater-style top and pants offer a fitted silhouette, while providing coverage from the elements outside. Wear together or alone. Either way, you’ll look fantastic and feel it too!
Best for Summer: Barefoot Dreams CozyChic 2-Piece Hoodie Lounge Set
- Size options: XS-XL
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If you want to splurge, you can’t go wrong with Barefoot Dreams’ cloud-like two-piece set. It comes in two different shades and is bound to last you for years to come.
Best Reviewed: ZESICA Women’s Long Sleeve Crop Top and Pants Pajama Set
- Size options: S-XXL
Consider this ZESICA crop top and pant set from Amazon for a trendy but comfortable loungewear look. It’s available in a dozen colors and has more than 4,700 rave reviews.
Review: “Bought this outfit for a long international flight and it was perfect. Warm and comfortable enough to sleep in and I still felt pulled together. Great color as well. I received lots of compliments.”
Best for Tall Women: Free-est Malibu Solid Pant Surf Set
- Size options: XS-XL
If an ultra relaxed fit is what you crave, give this loungewear set from Free People a try. The top has a crew neckline and drop shoulders for a drapey fit, and the pants are high-rise, so they shouldn’t drag on the floor. Available in multiple colors, each would look super stylish with chunky white sneakers and some gold jewelry.
Review: “Absolutely obsessed with this set; so comfortable and perfect for lounging. I’m postpartum and it’s the perfect outfit to feel somewhat put together while being at home! Need it in more colors immediately!”
Best for Petite Women: Victoria’s Secret Glow Waffle Tee & Pants Set
- Size Options: XS-XXL
This loungewear seat is so cute you’ll want to wear it all day long. Made of a viscose blend, it’s stretchy, relaxed and light, making it also a nice sleepwear option. The pants hit right at the ankles and have pockets, while the short sleeve top offers ample room in the arm area for comfort. Available in kir, black ivy, and pure black, you’ll want one in each color.
Best Fleece: Gihuo Women’ s Fluffy Loungewear Set
- Size Options: XS-XL
We love how soft this loungewear set is and we’re sure you will too. It’s like having an outfit made of your favorite blanket throw — but more stylish and socially acceptable. Available in a variety of colors, the top has comfy drop shoulders and a block collar for extra warm. It’s on the baggier side, so if you want something with more structure, this may not be for you. However, if you like clothing of the oversized variety, this may be your perfect fit.
Review: “These are so thick and warm yet lightweight! I wear them in the middle of winter to take my dog out and it’s all I need [to not get cold]. The cold air doesn’t go through the material. The [set] holds up and does not shrink after washing, [and are well priced]. They stretch with you when you sit down. I honestly have never had anything that I loved as much as these.”
Best One-Piece: Softies Women’s Ultra Soft Marshmallow Hooded Lounger
- Size options: XS-XXL
Watching your favorite binge-worthy show in this marshmallow hooded nightgown seems like our kind of night. Available in eight colors.
Review: “The perfect cozy piece you wouldn’t shy away from wearing to answer the door for unannounced company. It is very flattering and I’m hard to please.”
Best Comfortable: Summersalt The Softest French Terry Contrast Puff Sleeve & Tie-Waist Pant Bundle
- Size options: XS-XXL
Summersalt’s cozy French terry set will make you feel extra luxurious while staying comfortable for hours. Available in a variety of colors.
Best Plus-Size: SKIMS Soft Lounge Sleep Set
- Size options: XXS-XXXXL
The Skims Sleep Set comes with a long-sleeve button-down sleep shirt and matching pants. The material is an ultra soft modal rib fabric, making this set super comfortable to wear to sleep and around the house.
Review: “Obsessed with this sleep set. I wear it almost everyday. So comfortable and cute.”
Best Designer: Frank & Eileen Malibu Travel Set
- Size Options: XS-XL
For a loungewear set that’s a bit more luxurious, go with this pick from Frank & Eileen. The caplet style top gives an element of sophistication, even with its slightly frayed edges. The pants have a cropped hand-cut raw hem, which we absolutely love, and both pieces are made of triple fleece, 100% cotton for breathability and a touch of warmth.
Review: “Wore my Malibu two days in a row to work. That’s how confident and comfortable it felt. More colors in my future.”
Best Affordable: T1FE 1SFE Pajama Set
- Size options: S-XXL
This long-sleeve sweater and shorts loungewear set is perfect for people who get hot easily in the cold winter months or live in a warmer climate. It comes in a variety of patterns and shades, including tons of pastel tie-dye selections that are great for the summer, too.
Review: “I ordered these for a friend who is pregnant. I was looking for soft, stretchy, cute PJs that would be comfortable as her body changed. Based on the size chart, she would usually be a medium. But wanting to give her some room, I ordered her a large. She absolutely loved them! They were her favorite item in the pregnancy box that I made. Her only criticism was the shorts were a bit tight on her belly, but under normal circumstances she felt they would have been perfect.”
Best for Travel: Spanx AirEssentials Half Zip and Wide Leg Pants
- Size options: XS-3X
You can’t go wrong with one of Oprah’s favorite things, especially when it comes to this loungewear from Spanx. Made with light, four-way stretching fabric, you’ll love how soft and flexible the material is. Available in a variety of colors, they have to be purchased separately, but both are so flattering together, we’re willing to bet you won’t mind.
Review: “I purchased these with the coordinating [half zip] top for travel days to Europe. It was a great outfit — attractive and comfy. These were my first Spanks purchase and won’t be my last!”
Best for Naps: Honeydew Sun Lover Lounge Set
- Size options: XS-XL
Take a trip to the tropics with the Honeydew Sun Lover Lounge Set. Not only is this print perfect for year-round wear but its stretchy bottoms and relaxed fit make this a game-changer for any day of the week. Available in multiple prints.
Review: “Soft and comfortable. Nice color. Good fit.”
Most Softest: eberjey Gisele The Slouchy Set
- Size options: XS-XL
Meet one of our favorite loungewear sets: eberjey’s Gisele The Slouchy Set. Available in a few neutrals and moody tones alike, it’s the quintessential loungewear set that offers extreme comfortability ands style. Plus, its separates can be worn with other tanks and shorts in your wardrobe.
Review: “So soft cozy! Can’t wait for colder nights to wear these! Might order another pair in a different color too!”
Best Lightweight: Pure Fiber 2-Piece Loungewear Jogger Set
- Size options: S-XL
Available at Macy’s, the Pure Fiber 2-Piece Loungewear Jogger Set comes in a few pastel shades to offer that precious fit when you want to stay cozy. It’s made from silky soft bamboo for all-day comfort, too.
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Best Sexy: Lunya Washable Silk Set
- Size options: XS-XXL
A personal favorite? The Lunya Washable Silk Set. It’s like your lingerie — but more equipped for lounging in the house — and has a decadent-to-the-touch fabric — 100% washable mulberry silk, may we add — you won’t be able to shy away from.
Review: “I’m a hot sleeper and this silk set is not only beautiful and comfortable, but it lives up to the hype! My body stays cool throughout the night, which was my main reason for purchasing them. I only sleep in Lunya PJs now that I’ve experienced them.”
Most Cozy: Alexander Del Rossa Soft Ribbed Waffle Rib Knit Lounge Set
- Size options: S-XXL
We can’t believe the Alexander Del Rossa Soft Ribbed Knit Lounge Set is less than $40, either. Its button detailing and overall cute look makes this a clear-cut winner that deserves the real estate in your dresser drawer. More colors are available, too.
Best Under $50: Automet Lounge Set
- Size Options: S-XXL
If you’re watching your coins but still want something cute and cozy, the Automet Lounge Set may be for you. Available in a variety of colors and made of mostly spandex, you know you’ll feel comfortable as you hang around the house. The bottoms are cuffed at the ankle to prevent ripping as you walk and the top is short sleeved to keep you cool. Almost 2,000 folks on Amazon give it a 5 star rating.
Review: “This is the most comfortable lounge outfit I have ever had. I am only 5-feet tall, and I love the elastic at the ankles, because the pants don’t drag the ground. I know this is supposed to be a lounge outfit, but I could easily wear it out.”
Best Tie Dye: Selfieee Tie Dye Loungewear Set
- Size options: S-XXL
Tie-dye prints aren’t going anywhere, and we’re kind of happy about it. For less than $20, score the Selfieee Tie Dye Loungewear Set. Its the Instagram-worthy matching duo that you’ll be wanting to live in upon purchase (trust us on this).
Best Pant: Gap Relaxed Chenille PJ Pants
- Size options: XS-XXL
If you’re set when it comes to loungewear tops but need some sprucing up in the bottoms department, try these cozy pants from Gap. They can be worn for sleep, but also work well for quick sprints to the store or the mailbox. They have a lovely texture and a flared fit, and are available in three different colors. And if you do want a top to match, see below.
Best Top: Gap Relaxed Chenille PJ Top
- Size options: XS-XXL
Drop sleeves and a scoop neck give this top a slouchy fit perfect for relaxin in. Made from a blend of polyester and spandex, it’s stretchy, easy to care for, and goes great with these matching pants. Available in three different colors.
Best Tracksuit Style: PrettyGarden Long Sleeve Crewneck and Pants Tracksuit
- Size options: S-3XL
This loungewear set comes in a variety of colors and is super comfortable. Made of a poly-viscose blend with a touch of spandex, it’s lightweight and relaxed without being too baggy. The pants have pockets to store a chapstick or phone in, and more than 11,000 customers from Amazon have given it a five star rating.
Review: “I’m so glad I decided to pick up this set. I got it in both black and light brown and I love the color of both. Depending on the brand, I’m either an XL or a XXL. I wasn’t looking for a tight or snug fit, so I went with the XXL which was a great decision. This is perfect loungewear for home. I think you could wear this out on errands and what not, but I’ll be keeping it for home only. I don’t feel like anyone really mentioned it but the shirt is a dropped shoulder style long sleeve. I think this adds to how flowy the top feels without making you look shapeless. I have not tried to wash or dry the set yet, but if it washes well (I don’t mind air drying), then I’ll purchase a few more!”
Best Slouchy: LILLUSORY Women’s Oversized Slouchy Matching Set
- Size options: S-XL
If you can’t tell by some of our picks, we love a slouchy loungewear set. This one, specifically, has our adoration for its soft knit fabrication. It almost has a long John texture, which makes it a bit more interesting, and we’re dying over the shirt’s oversized buttons. Available in 26 colors.
Review: “Colors are exactly as depicted. The elastic band on the pants sit snug, but it’s [still] a lovely casual at-home piece. It’s thick and keeps you warm.”
Best for Work: Goldstitch Women’s 2-Piece Set
- Size options: S-XL
This pick may not work for everyone’s office, but if you’re lucky enough to have a low-key employer, this is great for casual Fridays. The wide-leg fit of the pants is actually in style, and the slouchy sweater has that downtown cool girl look. Wear together or as separates. You’ll look great either way.
Review: “I love these two-piece fits. This one looks just like the picture. The color is exact. It has a nice stretch to it, and the material has some good weight. I’m tall — 5 feet 7.5 inches — and these are perfect for my liking.”
What is the difference between pajamas and loungewear?
This is a great question because women’s pajamas and loungewear do have a lot in common. They’re both comfortable, perfect for naps, as well as lazy days around the house.
Similarities aside, they’re not the same. Here are a few of their differences:
Purpose: Although they’re both comfy, pajamas are designed for sleep, while loungewear is made to be worn outside. Because people benefit from cooler environments when bedtime rolls around, many pajamas are made with temperature regulating materials, such as silk or bamboo. In contrast, loungewear fabric tends to be thicker and more protective against the elements.
Style: Fashion-wise, loungewear is very versatile, coming in the form of joggers, oversized shirts, leggings, hoodies and shorts. Although pajamas can be versatile too, most have the same style prototype: a matching bottom and top with buttons, collar — you get the picture. They also tend to be lighter than loungewear pieces.
Material: In comparison to pajamas, loungewear can be made from a wider range of materials because they’re meant for the outdoors. Heavier fibers, such as fleece or knit blends are just as common as sets made from 100% cotton.
Pajamas are usually made from lighter materials that are breathable, such as cotton, silk or satin. While there are exceptions, like fleece pajamas, they still wouldn’t have the design details to make them appropriate for outside. Hoodies, sleeves with thumbholes and similar features are common in loungewear, making it easier to transition from your couch to the local bodega without much fuss. Can you nap in them? Sure, but they’re truly meant to bring the comfort of PJs with a little more protection.
Are lounge sets still in style?
Loungewear has been around since the 1940s, but it stepped back into the spotlight in 2020 when many of us took a more…relaxed approach to our appearance.
The cool thing about the loungewear sets of today is that they’re fairly easy to dress up. This means that they can not only be enjoyed when relaxing at home but going out.
How to style loungewear
- Be intentional with your footwear: The quickest way to vamp up a loungewear set is with your shoes. Pairing strappy heels with tapered or jogger-style lounge pants not only streamlines the entire look, but gives a more sophisticated feel to the overall ensemble. Alternatively, chunky sneakers or platform boots can edge up the look of your loungewear.
- Add a blazer: A jacket instantly takes loungewear up a notch. Choose one that balances the proportions of your chosen loungewear set. For example, if your pants are extra baggy, a more tailored jacket will help to offset them. Similarly, if your pants are more fitted, an oversized blazer will add a more relaxed but still put together element to the outfit.
- Accessorize: If you can’t be bothered with the above, you can still jazz up your set with jewelry. A chunky pair of gold hoops or necklace can neutralize the casualness loungewear can have. It’s also an easy way to add some sparkle or a focal point to your look, especially if it’s monochrome.
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