There was a time in the not-so-distant past when our wardrobe workhorse was unquestionably the little black dress . Available in every size,...

LBDs Are (Still) On Hold. Long Live Party Pajamas

There was a time in the not-so-distant past when our wardrobe workhorse was unquestionably the little black dress. Available in every size, shape, and hemline, it was our fallback frock for festivities of every stripe — and it really pulled its weight this time of year, when our social calendars were packed to the gills with Friendsgivings, White Elephant parties, and New Year’s Eve ragers.

While this year holiday gatherings have returned to some sense of normalcy, at-home soirees are still on the calendar. Enter: the party pajama. Still well within our quarantine comfort zone (matching top and bottom, elastic waistband, transitions from bed to couch with ease), these PJs offer a little more evening-friendly pizzazz than their heather-gray cotton counterparts. Less “I woke up like this” and more “I dressed up for this,” these coordinating sets offer flair, frippery, and a festive print or sparkle that will help you feel celebratory even if it’s just you and your cat in a tiny party hat watching the ball drop at midnight.

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Topshop Black Velvet Tie Dye Set


This groovy velvet two-piece recalls a Monterey Pop Fest-ready ensemble.

Topshop Black Velvet Tie-Dye Set, $, available at Topshop

Holiday the Label Pyjama Pant Set


The Gigi Hadid-approved Australian brand Holiday the Label comes in a spirited check print that feels Christmas-ready, but still modern.

Holiday The Label Pyjama Pant Set, $, available at Lisa Says Gah

Nasty Gal Satin Pajama Set (Plus Size)


This floral jacquard set of PJs from Nasty Gal is so pretty you'll want to wear them when IRL parties resume.

Nasty Gal Satin Plus Pajama Pants Set Sizes 12 - 20, $, available at Nasty Gal

Sleeper Party Pajama Set with Feathers


Sleeper, the nightwear-as-daywear brand that brought “party pajamas” into our lexicon, brings us a marabou-fringed set that would make Marilyn Monroe proud.

Sleeper Party Pajama Set with Feathers, $, available at Sleeper

Intimately Bloomin’ Cute Lace Set


Channel your inner Anne of Green Gables with this lacy Edwardian-inspired set.

Intimately Bloomin’ Cute Set, $, available at Free People

Refinery29 Printed Lounge Set


Meow! Our very own loungewear collection boasts plenty of unique prints, including a jungle-adjacent set that will make you feel like a tiger king (or queen).

Refinery29 Short Sleeve Lounge T-Shirt, $, available at Nordstrom

Refinery29 Printed Jogger Pant, $, available at Nordstrom

Rhode Laura Top and Stirrup Pant


We will happily plunk down every penny in our savings account for this cool, spangly number, complete with a stirrup-bottomed pant and bell-sleeved top that will definitely stay in the rotation well after 2020 ends its fearsome reign.

Rhode Laura Top, $, available at Rhode

Rhode Laura Stirrup Pant, $, available at Rhode

Anthropologie Bromeliad Pajama Set


Inhabit a floral fantasyland with this colorful short-sleeved set. Mixes well with big sparkly earrings.

Anthropologie Bromeliad Pajama Set, $, available at Anthropologie

Escalier Satin Pajamas


It wouldn’t be a 2020 party without at least one tie-dye offering! In addition to a top and bottom, these groovy jammers come with a robe, making them feel all the more fancy.

Escalier Satin Pajamas, $, available at Amazon

Bohemiam Soul Lingerie Organic Cotton Eyelet Pajamas


We swooned over this dreamy organic cotton set, comprised of an ultra-wide-leg pant and semi-sheer guipure top. If you’re decamping to Lauren Canyon to ring in the new year, this is the look for you.

Bohemian Soul Lingerie Organic Cotton Eyelet Pajamas, $, available at Etsy

Lunya Washable Silk Set


While sleepwear brand Lunya offers their washable silk set in a host of colors, it was only this stunning shade of iris that we found to be appropriately festive for sipping champagne and eating takeout sushi at midnight.

Lunya Washable Silk Button Down Pant Set, $, available at Lunya

Gap Softest One-Piece


Groove is in the heart! Just add go-go boots and white eyeliner to this soft ‘n’ sleek romper for a look that’s both club-ready and couch-friendly.

Gap Softest One-Piece, $, available at Gap

Flora Nikrooz Gabrielle Printed PJ Set


This vaguely Gucci-esque floral print brings a touch of throwback class to this silky, lightweight set.





Flora Nikrooz Gabrielle Printed PJ Set, $, available at Nordstrom Rack

Torrid Leopard Print Tank & Cropped Pants


This swinging '60s style set features cute pedal pushers and a super soft matching tank.

Torrid Lace Trim Cropped Pants, $, available at Torrid

Free People Kit Kat Set


Luxuriate in magenta-flavored velour as you join a raucous Zoom boum.

Free People Kit Kat Set, $, available at Shopbop

Rachel Antonoff Susie PJ Set

This cheeky set bears a repeat print of the only thing that we think is worth celebrating: bowtie pasta.


Rachel Antonoff Susie PJ Set, $, available at Rachel Antonoff

Victoria's Secret Satin Long-Sleeve Short PJ Set

Spread some holiday cheer with an all-red PJ set. Just add some sparkly shoes!



Victoria's Secret Satin Long-Sleeve Short PJ Set, $, available at Victoria's Secret

Lunya Washable Silk Checkered Jacquard High Rise Pant Set


From holiday brunch to Christmas Eve, this set is as versatile as your holiday plans.



Lunya Washable Silk Checkered Jacquard High Rise Pant Set, $, available at Lunya

Olivia Von Halle Lila Sik Pajama Set


This set is a spin on holiday pajamas you can sport year-round.





Olivia von Halle Olivia von Halle Lila Sik Pajama Set, $, available at Farfetch

Desmond & Dempsey Jaguar-Print Pajama Set


Let the print do the talking.


Desmond & Dempsey Jaguar-Print Pajama Set, $, available at Farfetch

Deiji The 03 Linen Pajamas Set


Consider this set is the LBD of pajamas.





Deiji Studios Deiji Studios The 03 linen pajamas set, $, available at Farfetch

Rails Satin Pajama Set


For the people who are tired of the usual holiday green.


Rails Maui satin pyjama shirt, $, available at Farfetch

Rails Leighton satin pyjama bottoms, $, available at Farfetch

Rixo Vera Printed Pajama Set


With cottagecore dominating the winter coat trends this season, it's only fair to add a prairie collar to your party pajamas too.


RIXO Vera printed cotton-poplin pajama set, $, available at Net-A-Porter

Cosabella Relaxed Long Sleeve Top & Pant


Bring the solar power to the party, even if it's dark at 4 pm.

Skims Silk Pajama Set


Cosplay as fireplace wood with this oak-like set.

Skims Silk Button Up Shirt, $, available at Skims

Skims Silk Wide Leg Sleep Pant, $, available at Skims

Washable Silk Slip


Equal parts party dress and pajamas, this slip is peak '90s nostalgia.

Fleur du Mal Washable Silk Slip, $, available at Fleur Du Mal

Out From Under Starry Night Pajama Set


For the people who are still holding on to summer, a floss string pajama top is sure to do the trick.

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