SPONSORED REVIEW - Eco and Ethical Clothing By Pajama Pantry

7th September 2021


SPONSORED REVIEW - Eco and Ethical Clothing By Pajama PantryHands up who barely got out of their PJs during the first lockdown…well, you’re certainly not alone there! It’s exactly this situation that inspired Alice, the founder of Pajama Pantry, to launch her ethical sleepwear-meets-loungewear-meets-leisurewear company from her home in Scotland:

“All four of my children were at home last summer (2020), loafing around in their old holey pjs or worse, their awful trackie bottoms. We realised that while everyone was working from home, we all needed to improve our Zoom Wear. Now that we're allowed out again, you can wear them everywhere! They’re definitely pants to be seen in, from the Beach to the Beer Garden, from Festivals to Farmers Markets.”

In just a year, Alice has created a business to be proud of and now, all the regular length pjs are now made in a women's collective in Bangalore: 

“Most of the women there have been helped off the streets, and they are all given training, support and are paid a proper living wage. The skills they learn at the collective will set them up for life. It's a Fair Trade collective and we're proud to be able to have them as part of the team. Your purchase, however small, really does make a difference.”

Alice will continue to make the extra long pjs and the gifts and accessories (made from the scraps and offcuts from all production) in Scotland, minimising waste. At this time, the only plastic uses is in the elastic of the waistbands, and Alice hopes one day to find a greener alternative. Care is given to packaging also, so each order is sent plastic-free using recycled and/or recyclable paper.

Only 10 pairs in each size are made, so ‘when they’re gone, they’re gone’, but with new stock coming in all the time, in all sorts of colours and prints, there’s sure to be something you’ll love!

The Review

I was lucky enough to be gifted two products of my choice from the Pajama Pantry slow fashion collection, and I chose one of their pj pants and branded t-shirts as an alternative to the traditional pajama sets.

The Pajama Pants

SPONSORED REVIEW - Eco and Ethical Clothing By Pajama PantryAvailable in regular and extra-long lengths, I chose the Dizzy Rascals print, a bright pink and yellow floral on a contrasting soft grey background. The option to have them hemmed to your desired length is perfect if you happen to run longer or shorter than the average. The fabric is soft, washes well, and doesn’t crease as much as I thought they might for a natural fabric. Well-made and comfortable, these are already my daughter’s go-to favourites (they were supposed to be mine, but I didn’t see them again after she modelled them for me!).

The T-Shirt

SPONSORED REVIEW - Eco and Ethical Clothing By Pajama PantryFeaturing the brand’s tiger logo, this slimmer fit t-shirt (regular also available) is made with 100% organic cotton and printed to order in the UK in a renewable energy-powered factory. It’s long enough to be worn knotted if this is your preference, and has a lovely tiger’s head back detail, too.

The Verdict

Supporting small businesses wasn’t just important for their survival during lockdown - let’s take this spirit into our futures and look towards brands that are not just British, but also do good at home or abroad. You won’t regret the investment in clothing from Pajama Pantry (which also includes shorts, robes, and reversible bucket hats), and don’t forget to check out their gifts and accessories for travel and relaxation, as well as dog collars for the special pooch in your life!

 


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