Fall 2013 Trend: Pajama Party

On a chilly day, changing out of your cozy pajamas is a true struggle. Don't deny it, we've all been there. In addition to offering a slew of chic sweatshirts, fashion's top dogs have also released wearable versions of our favorite lounge apparel. From slinky slips to matching tops and bottoms, fall is essentially one big, sartorial pajama party. But unlike the threads you sport after a long day, we're ditching the flannel and poly-cotton blend, and are focusing on a luxe material: silk. The glamorous fabric is mixed with everything from vintage prints, to jewel tone hues, to sequin applique. When style megawatts such as Marc Jacobs and Alber Elbaz tell you that the most comfortable clothes in the world (dramatic, but true) are this season's leading trend, do you really have the right to reject this phenomenon? Exactly.

Louis Vuitton

Lanvin

Marc Jacobs

Rochas

Just because this trend exudes effortlessness doesn't mean it's boring. In fact, sporting a pajama-inspired ensemble is arguably one of the riskiest moves a fashion trailblazer could make this season. So what's the best way to wear this trend? Like any other major fad, the options are endless. Style your pajama top with a pair of boyfriend jeans, pair your slip with a luxe coat, or match your top and bottom for a super fabulous occasion. Though there's no one way to rock this trend, it's very important that your lounge-worthy threads are event appropriate. While wearing a luxe slip dress will leave both style savants and potential beaus in awe, the pajama set is exclusively for a fashion-forward crowd. But, for your own sake, please avoid a lazy topknot or bed head-approved waves-- you shouldn't look like you actually rolled out of bed!

Christopher Kane mint green dress / T By Alexander Wang dress / Topshop dress / Araks short sleeve silk shirt / Rochas silk trousers / Equipment pajamas, $685

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Twelve Days of Trendy: Silky Night

'Twas the night before Christmas and what do you wear? Personally, what I wear on Christmas morning is very important: a lot of pictures are taken and you want to look your best for 'Ol Saint Nick! Honestly, what sounds better than a pair of silk pajamas?

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One thing that every glamazon needs is a pair of silky pajamas. I don't know about you, but that absolutely screams chic to me. Any of your recipients will be thrilled to get a pair. Victoria's Secret's Silk PJ Set is super luxe and comes in a light rose or black. That's jojo*. For a youthful look,  pick Flora Nikrooz for Bloomingdales Silk Cami and Shorts because they are so fun! Looking for something for your boy toy? How about a pair of Majestic "Ethan" Plaid Silk Pajamas: the pattern is tres chic! If those are a little out of your price range, satin pajamas are just as fabulous.  Buy each of your best gal pals a pair of Victoria Secret Afterhours Satin Pajamas: with a plethora of lengths and patterns, your friends will be sure to love them!

Sweet dreams, style mavens! 

* Apparently, jojo is slang for "so cool." Thanks W!

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