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Cabbie21 Sun 09-Oct-22 09:11:45

Why can’t I find the sort of nightdress I want?
For winter, long sleeves, plain , long length so it doesn't ride up over my knees, half way round my back?
The only ones I can find are voluminous, brushed cotton with lots of gathers and a lace trim, not my style at all.
Jersey cotton preferred but I don’t mind a bit of a mixture as long as it is soft and comfortable.
I did find one, but it was £69.

cc Tue 11-Oct-22 13:25:43

I have trouble buying pj's. I got some from TheirNibs but XL is far too big and L is snug, both have jackets that look much shorter on me than in the pictures. I'm 5'6" and they're barely long enough. At least the fabric is lovely, pure cotton with a slight sheen though probably too thick for warm weather. Expensive though.
I used to be able to buy cotton pj's all over the place.

lizzypopbottle Tue 11-Oct-22 13:30:34

Fabric, pattern, thread, sewing machine, scissors, pins. You get the garment you want, it fits and you get a boost to your mental health from being creative. Who could ask for more? ?

Jess20 Tue 11-Oct-22 13:39:52

As someone already said, Landsend have them, worth looking at their sales too, 80%off some items today

toscalily Tue 11-Oct-22 13:54:54

Oh the trouble finding a nightdress, I don't want it with straps too thin because it probably won't cover my bosom, don't want it to thick, it makes me too hot, don't want skimpy material, don't want it too long (I'm short) or too short (I'm not 21 any more), don't want scratchy lace, don't want silly patterns or slogans. I just want a decent length, short sleeved nightie in a good natural fabric which does not cling and does not cost the earth.

Davida1968 Tue 11-Oct-22 14:03:32

Another vote from me for Damart. Mine have lasted years. (Just make sure they're 100% cotton. Some of theirs aren't.)

Pollyj Tue 11-Oct-22 14:33:59

Cabbie21

Thanks for all the suggestion re nightdresses.

Pollyj, re shoes. I am the same. 6 is too big and 5 a bit tight.
Hotter do half sizes. Pavers do Wide fit, which I find are usually just right, depending on the shape.
If you have a Boundary Mills outlet nearby ( other outlets too) they have great prices on these makes.

Oh great. Not just me then! I will look into those.

FarawayGran Tue 11-Oct-22 16:19:43

I have been wearing Land's End nightdresses for years. Long sleeve, short sleeve, patterned, plain in Supima cotton. Buy in the sale for excellent value

midgey Tue 11-Oct-22 16:27:32

Marks have exactly what you want! I saw it yesterday, longer short length, jersey cotton in inoffensive blue and white pattern……alleluia!

Mamma66 Tue 11-Oct-22 17:59:00

My bug bear is ‘cutesy’ pyjamas. I am 56, I don’t want to wear nightwear with fluffy bunnies, or teddies, or cute play on words on it (equally awful). I gave up year ago and wear T shirts and Lycra boy short pants.

Sloegin Tue 11-Oct-22 20:56:55

During lockdown I treated myself to lovely jersey ones from Bonsoir. Very expensive but will last for years and so comfortable -https://bonsoiroflondon.com/collections/womens-nightdresses/products/french-pleat-nightdress-berry?variant=41873499488435

Jackiest Tue 11-Oct-22 21:50:03

I find an electric blanket works better than a long nightdress.

Lucca Tue 11-Oct-22 22:00:08

Triumph have some long sleeved nighties.

kittylester Wed 12-Oct-22 05:56:32

Pollyj

Why can’t I find shoes in half sizes `below a £100. I don’t want a 5 - too small. A 6 is too big and no, I don’t want to stuff the toes!

Moshulu do half sizes and are so comfy!

kittylester Wed 12-Oct-22 05:58:18

Forgot the link

www.moshulu.co.uk/?gclid=CjwKCAjwqJSaBhBUEiwAg5W9p9GytMzt12xPxnW54s0I6rHLguvgDZ0VExiNv4neqPA3ivq_ph7i6RoCne8QAvD_BwE

FannyCornforth Wed 12-Oct-22 06:05:26

Sloegin

During lockdown I treated myself to lovely jersey ones from Bonsoir. Very expensive but will last for years and so comfortable -https://bonsoiroflondon.com/collections/womens-nightdresses/products/french-pleat-nightdress-berry?variant=41873499488435

Beautiful! I’d definitely wear that as a dress

Lovetopaint037 Wed 12-Oct-22 10:19:25

Yes. Amazon to the rescue. Have had some really nice nightdresses from there. I always go for cotton and they are very reasonably priced.

mrshat Wed 12-Oct-22 15:15:10

Concordia I'm with Cabbie21 and the nighties from Lands End. I bought for winter -long sleeve and summer - short sleeve last year and altho' the fabric has changed it is much softer and very comfortable. It has not deteriorated as has some of their tops and t-shirts. Good luck!

SJV07 Thu 13-Oct-22 14:55:48

I wear my husband's old winter shirts, cut the collar off, and pair of M&S winter pyjama bottoms. Cosy and not expensive. In summer the coolest discarded shirt & pair of knickers, or summer pj's. He is large, shirts long!!

Issipy Fri 14-Oct-22 11:49:03

Lands end do them.

maggic Fri 14-Oct-22 12:22:35

There are some nice nightshirts on Next Online (various brands)
www.next.co.uk/search?w=nightshirt&p=3#2727.1875

Keffie12 Fri 14-Oct-22 12:45:26

I only wear loungewear/ P.J's so I can't help here

gangstergranny Fri 14-Oct-22 13:08:45

www.marksandspencer.com/pure-cotton-broderie-long-nightdress/p/clp60567203

kevincharley Fri 14-Oct-22 13:36:21

Like this?
www.landsend.co.uk/s/LandsEndUK/Womens_Long_Sleeve_Supima_Nightdress%2C_Mid-calf_Length/pp/5781185.html?coupon=GA40&cm_mmc=search_g_pla_12815416713c49294810-1205Q&_cclid=Google_CjwKCAjwkaSaBhA4EiwALBgQaPr3GfoI_3fKcGQRKjbddMPLtQyuAvxluTNQON7EPbOLYrwBGrtnYRoC-b0QAvD_BwE&gclid=CjwKCAjwkaSaBhA4EiwALBgQaPr3GfoI_3fKcGQRKjbddMPLtQyuAvxluTNQON7EPbOLYrwBGrtnYRoC-b0QAvD_BwE

OldThing Fri 14-Oct-22 17:39:46

Thanks for the heads up! They are perfect and have just ordered one.

Cabbie21 Fri 14-Oct-22 21:03:58

My order from Landsend arrived within two days of ordering. I bought one long sleeved for winter and one short sleeved for summer. The fabric pattern is not fantastic, but they were in the sale and I couldnt see the point in paying twice the price just for a plain colour instead of a patterned one. Very comfortable.