Men's Jersey Pyjamas

A jersey pyjama set trades the crisp weave of woven cotton for something closer to a t-shirt: a soft, breathable knit that stretches slightly and moves with you. Mariner Underwear builds its men's jersey pyjamas on a jogging-style cut, with ribbed cuffs at the wrists and ankles instead of a loose hem, and a tie waist or elasticated waist depending on the style. The range covers plain jersey, two-tone jacquard jersey, mercerised jersey and a velvet pyjama style for the coldest nights.

Cotton Jersey and the Jogging Cut

This knit is not woven, which is why it stretches and drapes differently from a classic pyjama shirt. On these sets the jersey top keeps a round neckline and long sleeves, while the trousers close at the ankle with a ribbed cuff rather than a plain hem. Some styles fasten the waist with a drawstring and a working fly, others rely on an elasticated waist with no fly at all. Either way the fit stays loose enough for a comfortable night's sleep or a lazy morning at home. One plain jersey top adds a small signature badge on the sleeve, a quiet detail rather than a bold logo, and keeps a straight, unfussy silhouette that works equally well for sleeping or for sitting around the house before bed.

Jacquard Pyjama Tops and Plain Jersey Bottoms

Several sets pair a patterned piqué jacquard pyjama top with a solid jersey bottom in a matching shade, a two-tone look borrowed from sportswear "chic". This style comes in navy, indigo blue and a saffron yellow top worn over plain navy trousers. One set blends 100% cotton piqué jacquard on top with a plain jersey trouser underneath, both 100% cotton. Another mixes a cotton-polyester jacquard top with a plain jersey bottom, again in cotton, for a softer handle. Rib-knit trims finish the cuffs and ankles on every version. A further navy set works the same idea in reverse, a white-and-navy geometric jacquard top over a plain navy jersey bottom, closed with an elasticated waist and no fly, for anyone who prefers to pull the trousers straight on rather than fasten them.

Mercerized jersey for a more elegant, refined look

One set in the range is knitted from mercerised cotton, a treatment that tightens the yarn before knitting and leaves the jersey with a slight sheen and a smoother hand-feel than standard jersey. Here it comes as a discreetly printed top over a plain navy jersey bottom, with the same round neckline as the rest of the collection. It sits at the dressier end of the jersey range, closer to a dressed-up set than a plain sleep tee.

Pure Cotton and Blended Sweatshirt Tops for Colder Nights

For the coldest months, the same jogging-style collection includes sweatshirt tops in crew neck, stand-collar and hooded styles. Colour options include ecru marl, bordeaux and navy marl, in 100% cotton or a cotton-polyester blend. Each style carries a small logo, on the chest or the sleeve depending on the piece, and pairs with matching jogging bottoms in the same brushed knit. The result is a cosy layer for the coldest nights, and a warmer top and a jersey top mix and match freely within the same size range.

Sleepwear or Everyday Wear

This jogging-style cut works just as well before bed as it does around the house, which is really the point of the range. A jersey or jacquard set goes straight from the wardrobe to bed, while these pjs work just as well on the sofa on a cold evening, no need to change again before turning in. None of the pieces are built as outerwear, so they are best kept indoors rather than worn outside.

A Comfy, Relaxed Fit

Sizes run from 2/S to 6/XXL across the collection, with a couple of the heavier sweatshirt pieces starting at 3/M. The cut stays relaxed throughout, loose enough through the body for easy movement, with the ribbed cuffs doing the work of keeping draughts out at the wrists and ankles rather than a tight elastic waistband. Take your usual size for a true-to-size, jogging-style fit that sits closer to a jogger than a traditional pyjama trouser.

Comparing Every Pyjama Set in the Range

The jersey and the velvet sets here sit alongside the rest of the Mariner Underwear collection. For a plain woven cotton pyjama instead of a knit, the men's pyjamas collection brings together every cut and fabric the brand makes. If you only need new bottoms to match a top you already own, the men's pyjama bottoms are sold separately in the same jogging-style cut. For daytime wear around the house rather than sleep, the men's loungewear range covers extra layers built for comfort outside the bedroom.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are jersey pyjamas?

Jersey pyjamas are made from a knitted cotton fabric rather than a woven one, so they have more stretch and a softer drape than a classic pyjama shirt. Mariner Underwear's version keeps a jogging-style cut, with ribbed cuffs at the wrists and ankles.

Are jersey pyjamas warm enough for winter?

Plain jersey suits most of the year rather than the coldest nights. For winter, Mariner Underwear's jogging-style collection also includes warmer velvet tops, which trap more heat than a plain jersey knit.

What is the difference between jersey and brushed cotton pyjamas?

Jersey is a knitted fabric with natural stretch, while brushed cotton (flannel) is a woven fabric brushed on the surface to raise a soft, warm layer. Jersey feels closer to a t-shirt.

How do you wash jersey pyjamas?

Wash on a normal machine cycle and avoid high heat when drying, since jersey can lose some of its stretch if it is dried too hot too often. The sweatshirt pieces in the same range hold up well to regular washing at a moderate temperature.

What size pyjamas should I buy?

Take your usual clothing size. Mariner Underwear cuts its jersey and sweatshirt jogging sets for a relaxed, comfortable fit that's easy to live in at bedtime, in sizes 2/S to 6/XXL depending on the style.

What is a jogging-style pyjama set?

A jogging-style set borrows its shape from sportswear: a ribbed cuff at the ankle instead of a loose hem, and a tie waist or elasticated waist instead of a fitted one. Mariner Underwear applies that cut across its jersey, jacquard and velvet-style pyjama sets.

Can I mix a sweatshirt top with jersey bottoms?

Yes, absolutely—you can create your own jogger-style look. Mariner Underwear cuts the warmer knit tops and the jersey bottoms to the same size range, so pieces from either fabric pair without a change of fit.