Everyone likes to be comfortable while relaxing in their own homes, and that includes children. Kids’ loungewear is just what they need to kick back on the couch to watch cartoons or sprawl on their bed with a good book. Here’s what you need to know before buying your child a set.
The whole point of loungewear is that it should be comfortable. The cuffs should be soft with plenty of stretch to them, since kids tend to hate tight cuffs and some won’t abide elasticized cuffs at all. The waistband should have covered elastic with a soft stretch to it so it doesn’t dig in.
The neck shouldn’t be too small so it’s easy for your child to get their head through and it doesn’t rub or feel tight while wearing the top. Most kids’ loungewear has age-based sizing, such as 1 to 2T, 5 to 6 years and so on. In theory, this makes it easier to find the right size for a child, but not all children fit the clothes designed for their age range.
If your child is tall or short for their age, you may need to size up or down. If in doubt, check the sizing chart. Many pieces of loungewear for kids are sold in sets featuring both tops and bottoms.
However, you can also buy separate tops and pants, which is more practical if your child is smaller on the bottom than the top or vice versa. If comfort is your prime concern, loungewear made from natural materials such as cotton or bamboo is soft against the skin and breathable, so kids don’t feel hot or sticky. While 100% cotton or bamboo .
