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To not understand some mnetters obsession with wearing pyjamas

264 replies

Beswitched · 02/12/2019 11:30

Sure, it's nice on a dark winter's evening to relax in pj's in front of the telly. But I see threads on here where posters can't wait to get in the door after work to put them on, or don't want visitors on Christmas day because they can't stay in their pyjamas etc etc.
What's the big deal about wearing pyjamas? Yes they're comfy but it's not like most modern clothes are tortuous to wear.

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SpongeBobJudgeyPants · 02/12/2019 11:31

Meh. We're all different. They can't touch you for it. 😂

BroomstickOfLove · 02/12/2019 11:32

I tend to assume that those people wear uncomfortable clothes outside the house.

Inliverpool1 · 02/12/2019 11:32

It’s more psychology when I have my pjs on my brain is off

ActualHornist · 02/12/2019 11:33

I like it

Mia1415 · 02/12/2019 11:34

YANBU I don't get it either.

We wear PJ's when we go to bed and that's it!

Babysharkdoodoodood · 02/12/2019 11:35

I guess it's just nice when you get home after a long day, to put on something cosy and relaxing. I'm straight into them when I've been on a late shift and don't get home until 22.15. Especially if DH is away so the house is cold.

Don't know about Xmas day though. I'm all about the Xmas jumpers Grin

OrangeZog · 02/12/2019 11:35

I think it’s the whole feeling of comfort and being able to relax that wearing pyjamas signifies.

Also, it can depend what time you get home from work. Years ago, I’d do a 12 hour day and a long commute, so getting into pyjamas was practical as much as anything else.

Celebelly · 02/12/2019 11:36

I pretty much exist in PJs and loungewear when I'm in the house and not imminently about to go out. They're soft and warm and comfy! And DP always changes out of his work clothes (even though they're just jeans and a top) the minute he comes home too into joggers and hoodie. We are all about comfort in this house!

DioneTheDiabolist · 02/12/2019 11:37

I think it's to do with taking off restrictive clothing and your bra and switching off. I don't wear pjs in bed I prefer a good old fashioned cotton nightie.

BlobbyTheLump · 02/12/2019 11:37

When I'm home for the day, I'm having a bath and putting the pyjamas/loungewear straight on.

It's my way of clocking off and relaxing.

Plus, the majority of the time I'm wearing jeans and I don't know how anyone sits indoors and relaxes whilst wearing jeans.

Answerthequestion · 02/12/2019 11:38

I don’t get it either. If I’m home during the day I wear my normal clothes, in the evening I have some nice vests and stretchy harems which are a bit pyjama like but still proper clothes. I just feel grobby if I’m in my pyjamas past breakfast

allaboutthequestions · 02/12/2019 11:38

I don't like wearing outside clothes inside because if they've been worn outside then they will be dirty. OCD. So I get changed as soon as I get in, usually into pjs as they are most comfy. I feel much better for it.

lazylinguist · 02/12/2019 11:40

YANBU. I would never say so irl, but I find there's something a bit infantilising about it. That and the constant social media references to coziness, comfort and indulgence. I'm no spartan, but I'm a grown-up and can sit in a sofa of an evening without immersing myself in slankets, steaming hot chocolate, snuggly throws, comfy pjs and fluffy slippers!

TheMostHappy · 02/12/2019 11:42

Bra off, jammies, tv and kettle on = happy days. Yabu!!!

BlackCatSleeping · 02/12/2019 11:42

Sorry, but the second I get home I change into PJs. They’re just so comfortable. I love taking my bra off!!

Faircastle · 02/12/2019 11:45

in the evening I have some nice vests and stretchy harems

Now I have a mental image of dozens of agile yoga aficionados, waiting to attend on you and cater to your every whim.

BabyHazey · 02/12/2019 11:46

I don't own actual pyjamas but if I'm not leaving the house I'll be in joggers and a vest/hoodie but if I've been out (in normal clothes) I wouldn't immediately get changed into my joggers, it's just too much faf for me, easier to stay in my jeans or whatever until I have a shower or go to bed (naked)

Nat6999 · 02/12/2019 11:49

I'm mainly housebound & only get dressed if I have to go out. I wear pjs at home instead of getting dressed.

ZaZathecat · 02/12/2019 11:50

The history if wearing of pyjamas at all times when home is directly related to the trend for skinny jeans which came into being at around the same time. The wearer cannot wait to discard the corset-like garment and explode into loose leisure wear. The skinny jeans phase is, of course, dying out but the pyjamas will stay around for another decade, as wearers will be addicted to comfort by now. A future generation will spurn pyjamas, considering them only fit for mums and grannies. (Prof. P. J. Amas, Dept. Of Leisure and Athleisure Studies, University of Solent).

MadameLeFunky · 02/12/2019 11:50

For me it's mainly about removing my bra. The sheer relief of letting these bad boys relax a little is bliss.

MadameLeFunky · 02/12/2019 11:50

LOL at it being related to skinny jeans. You may be right 😂

yellowallpaper · 02/12/2019 11:51

I love a pj and fluffy dressing gown day occasionally but wear a thin t shirt to bed.

Gatehouse77 · 02/12/2019 11:54

I don't get it but, to be fair, I've never been one to wear anything that's uncomfortable - never worn heels in my life - and so don't need to.

That said, I never got the children to change after school either - I'd much rather they ruin their uniform that their 'home' clothes.

DDIJ · 02/12/2019 11:54

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BroomstickOfLove · 02/12/2019 11:55

I don't get the bra removal thing, either. If wearing a bra is less comfortable than going without, then that means it's time to get a new bra because the old ones no longer fit. Do the braless people all have small breasts which don't need support?