Pyjamas Blog

There’s no better feeling than jumping into bed on those cold winter nights surrounded by flannel. Whether you have flannel sheets or some flannelette pjs – or both – you feel instantly warm.

As I delve into the history of flannel, one thing becomes obvious – this popular material made up of wool or cotton fibres serves its purpose well, providing what we most desire in winter, warmth.

Where it all began
Dating back to the 16th century, it’s believed the first traces of flannel were associated to Wales. While it wasn’t quite flannel in the beginning stages but resembling fine wool, the primary use of the material all those years ago – as winter warmers – continues to be relevant today. Through these early centuries though, the French and Germans caught on until this early version of flannel fabric began parading its use through North America in the 20th century. It was at this stage in history where the wool was first integrated with or substituted by cotton, silk or other synthetic materials. Where there’s a will, there’s a way – enter the introduction of flannel.

Flannel fabric has been transformed to fit several uses but its most profound use was in the form of clothing. Known for its warm and durable qualities, blue collared workers such as farmers, lumberjacks and other men working outdoors preferred the flannel shirt, jackets and undergarments over and above any other fabric available.

I guess the words ‘flannel’ and ‘grunge’ didn’t expect to see each other in the same sentence but when the 90s rolled around, it was the ‘in’ thing. A surge in the popularity of flannel clothing can be linked to grunge musicians in the United States. More notably, the members of Nirvana favoured one particular outfit that caught on like a bee to honey. The trend or for a better word, obsession, became that of a plaid flannel shirt worn with a t-shirt, blue jeans and combat boots.

Now that we’re all well-informed about the history of flannel, let’s take a moment to reflect on the legend who went one step further than developing the good ol’ flannelette shirt to produce something even better – flannelette pyjamas.

What’s on the menu
Welcome the winter months with a great pair of flannelette pyjamas. Log on to www.pyjamas.com.au and find just what you’re looking for.

In the women’s range is a;
Striped Cotton Flannel night shirt from Pickles and Loop

Owl Print Flannel pyjamas by Pillow Talk Sleepwear

Pink Floral Flannel Pyjamas from Pickles and Loop

There’s also an assortment of lovable flannel pyjamas available in the kids range. For boys, pick out some active pirates pyjamas, robots, racing cars or dinosaurs. Or for girls, choose some playful monkeys, cupcakes or love hearts.

www.pyjamas.com.au is sure to please this winter with some must-have flannelette pyjamas in its well-stocked closet.