You’re Never Too Old for Short Pajamas (Seriously)

Summer is here, and I can already feel the heat coming. That means longer days, balmy nights, and a very pressing question: How exactly am I supposed to stay cool, comfortable, and elegant all at once?

For years, I wondered if I was officially “too old” for short pajamas. Let’s face it—we’re not all 22, spending our days going to the beach, lounging, and Instagramming in barely-there shorts. But recently I realized something liberating: these are pajamas. We’re wearing them to bed, remember? Not to dinner parties (unless you have very forgiving hosts).

So, I designed my new short pajama set specifically for us. They’re stylish yet playful, elegant yet carefree. Cut from 100% lightweight Indian cotton, these pajamas keep you cool, comfortable, and feeling your best—even on the hottest summer night.

I designed my new short pajama set specifically for us. They’re stylish yet playful, elegant yet carefree. Cut from 100% lightweight Indian cotton, these pajamas keep you cool, comfortable, and feeling your best—even on the hottest summer night. "

And speaking of effortlessness, imagine throwing these shorts on over your swimsuit, wearing them to the beach, or enjoying a lazy morning at home before guests arrive. They’re the kind of pajamas that make every simple moment a bit more special. And let’s be honest, flattering shorts aren’t always easy to find, but these might just be your new favorites. Elegant length, pretty scalloped hems, and breathable cotton—you’ll feel as confident in them as you do in your favorite pair of shorts (maybe even more).

So let’s embrace summer—and short pajamas—together. Cool, elegant, fun, and flattering: you really can have it all, at any age.

Big hugs,

P.S. They weren’t technically designed for tennis or pickleball, but who am I to judge? They’ll definitely distract your opponent, and isn’t that half the battle?

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I founded Heidi Carey in 2016 with a simple goal: To create beautiful, timeless accessories for my friends and their friends. I understood who they were at their core, and what types of things we all were looking for as we all moved along in our lives. It’s why my pieces are conceived for the woman who values both elegance and understatement; versatility and superb value.