Shortie PJs vs Boxers: What Women Actually Prefer for Comfort

For years, shortie pyjama sets ruled bedtime style — neat, matching, and perfectly presentable. But lately, a quieter trend has emerged: women are choosing night boxers instead. Why? Because they’re discovering that comfort can look beautiful too.

The shortie PJ appeal

There’s no denying shortie sets look polished. They make lovely gifts, especially in crisp cotton or satin. But structured waistbands, buttons, or trims can sometimes make them less forgiving during actual sleep. They’re made for appearance — not always for feeling.

The case for night boxers

Boxers, on the other hand, are made to move. They stretch, breathe, and flow. The longer leg and gentle waistband prevent riding up or digging in — especially important for women with curves, sensitive skin, or conditions like lipoedema.

One customer told us our Cosy Charlotte shorts were the first pair she could comfortably sleep in under her compression wear — soft enough to soothe, structured enough to stay put.

The comfort verdict

If your idea of luxury is ease — fabric that moves like a second skin, silhouettes that flatter every curve — night boxers win. They offer everything shortie PJs do, without compromise.

“Underwear you always wished you could have — that you dreamed about.”

At Curae, we believe in comfort that feels elegant, not casual; softness that feels intentional, not lazy. That’s what the Cosy Charlotte is made for — for sleep, lounging, and every gentle moment in between.

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