Pajama Icons in Pop Culture

Queen Latifah and Friends on Living Single

Sitcom gold Living Single made a splash in the ’90s and we couldn’t be more excited to feature the show’s incredible pj scene featuring Queen Latifah as Khadijah James, Kim Coles as Synclaire James-Jones, Erika Alexander as Maxine "Max" Felice Shaw and Kim Fields as Regina "Regine'' Hunter. Having a blast with your best friends is made better when you can do so in fabulous sleepwear. For Khadijah’s look, go with our Toadstool Long Sleep Set and for Synclaire’s ensemble we suggest Daughters of Triton Long Sleep Set. To round it out, our Hot Pink Bagheera Robe feels like the ideal match to Regine’s.

Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany’s 

Does it get any more iconic than Audrey Hepburn as Holly Golightly in Breakfast at Tiffany’s? The star’s classic white sleep shirt, tassel earplugs and silky eye mask are bedtime luxury at their finest. We’d love to be as chic as Holly, so we’re pairing our Embroidered Shells Sleep Shirt with a Bagheera Eye Mask. Bonus points if you have a cat named “Cat” to add to your stylish, NYC-ready ensemble. 

Jennifer Garner in 13 going on 30 

Jennifer Garner as the lovable Jenna Rink in 13 Going on 30 made for a memorable performance for all those who adore early 2000’s rom-coms. Highly quotable and always a good watch, this movie gave us a few good pj moments, one most memorable being Jenna’s singalong sleepover. Prepare to belt out your best rendition of “Love is a Battlefield” in a similar pj set, our Flock of Flamingos print is perfect for those who love pink just as much as Jenna does.

Renée Zell­weger in Bridget Jones’s Diary

We’ll take Bridget Jones’s cute and cozy pj outfit any day of the week, minus the sad heartbreak. Renée Zell­weger is the pinnacle of comfy in her all red printed number. Our PF x Pencil & Paper Co. Floral Safari Long Sleep Set definitely fits the vibe, add on The Everyday Socks for a head to toe lounge-ready masterpiece. 

Mindy Kaling in the Mindy Project

There is no shortage of printed pj instances in the Mindy Project starring Mindy Kaling. Playing successful doctor Mindy Lahiri, it’s only right that our main character has comfy cozy sleepwear to retreat to after a long day. We’re especially loving her patterned fruit set! If something sugary sweet like this print is on your mind, our Fruit Medley Long Sleep Set or Strawberry Fields Getting Ready Robe is perfect. 

Olivia Newton John in Grease 

Another major moment in pj history goes to none other than the iconic Olivia Newton-John in Grease. As Sandy belts out “Hopefully Devoted to You,” it’s hard not to be mesmerized by her classic, simple long white nightgown. Our new Early Bird Nightgown is similar in shape and silhouette, while our Beekeeper Cami Nightgown hits the color right on the nose. While we’re on Grease. we’d be remiss to not mention Rizzo and her amazing take on a purple sleep shirt.

Every Single one of The Golden Girls  

A can’t-miss pajama occasion happens in every single episode of The Golden Girls, making it the perfect pop culture moment to round out our list. Betty White as Rose Nylund, Bea Arthur as Dororthy Zbornak, Rue McClanahan as Blanche Devereaux and Estelle Getty as Sophia Petrillo bring their sleepwear game no matter the scene, and for that we are forever grateful for their place in pj history. There’s no better way to emulate their style than with a chic Robe. Get wrapped up, sassy and stay inside to watch your favorite sitcom ladies.

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