what are pajamas

Pajamas, also spelled pyjamas, are a type of clothing worn as nightwear or while lounging. They are soft garments that are usually worn for comfort by people in their homes, especially by children, especially on the weekend. Pajamas are derived from the Indian and Persian bottom-wear, the pyjamas, and were adopted in the Western world as nightwear. Traditional pajamas consist of a shirt-and-trousers combination made of soft fabric, such as flannel or lightweight silk. The shirt element usually has a placket front and sleeves with no cuffs. Pajamas are usually worn as nightwear with bare feet and without undergarments. There are many variations in style such as short sleeve pajamas, pajama bottoms of varying length, and pajamas incorporating various non-traditional materials. Often, people of both sexes opt to sleep or lounge in just pajama pants, usually with a t-shirt. Pajamas can be made from any comfortable material, including bamboo viscose, silk, flannel, and cotton.