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How to Choose the Right Pyjama Size: A Fit Guide for Every Body

by Veronica Holborn

Choosing the right size for your sleepwear shouldn't feel complicated — but with every brand cutting slightly differently, it's easy to feel unsure whether to size up, size down, or stay true to size. At AMOKA DALO, our pyjamas are designed with a relaxed, breathable fit in mind, made for comfort first. Here's how to find your perfect match.

Start With How You Like to Sleep

Before looking at measurements, think about how you actually want your pyjamas to feel:

  • Relaxed and roomy — if you prefer to sink into your sleepwear with plenty of room to move, choose your usual size or size up.
  • Closer to your everyday fit — if you'd rather wear your pyjamas as loungewear during the day too, your true-to-size measurement will usually give the most flattering silhouette.Ipanema long sleeve organic cotton pyjama set in blue tropical botanical print, with contrast light blue piping in front top and sleeves and bottom trousers.

Our shirts are cut with a relaxed, boxy shape, so even your usual size will never feel restrictive.

Measure Yourself, Not Just Your Wardrobe

Sizing can vary between brands, so rather than going by the size you usually buy elsewhere, take two quick measurements:

  • Bust — measure around the fullest part of your chest, keeping the tape level.
  • Waist — measure around your natural waistline, where you'd tie a drawstring.

Compare these numbers to the size chart on each product page, where you'll find the exact measurements in UK, EU, US, cm and inches for that specific style.

Remember: Our Trousers Are Adjustable

Every pair of AMOKA DALO pyjama trousers comes with an adjustable drawstring waist, which gives you extra flexibility between sizes. If you're between two sizes, this is one area where you can comfortably size down and still get a secure, relaxed fit.

Salvador short sleeve organic cotton pyjama set in white, detail of the shorts trim.Between Two Sizes? A Few Tips

  • If you're choosing a set (shirt and trousers together), size for your bust measurement first — the drawstring waist will take care of the rest.
  • If you tend to prefer an oversized, borrowed-from-a-partner look, size up.
  • If you're buying as a gift, and you're not sure of the recipient's exact measurements, it's usually safer to size up slightly — a relaxed fit is easy to love, while something too snug rarely gets worn.

Still Unsure?

We're always happy to help. If you're deciding between two sizes or have questions about how a particular style fits, feel free to get in touch before you order — we'd rather help you get it right the first time than deal with a return.

After all, sleepwear is meant to feel like a second skin. Getting the size right is the first step to loving it for years to come.

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