Miiyu x Twik
Ultra-Soft Pyjama Short
This product is a pair of ultra-soft pajama shorts from the Miiyu x Twik exclusive collection designed in Canada. Made from a stretchy recycled polyester blend, they feature a covered elastic waistband, slant pockets, and an allover kitten print with blue bows in a cream color. These shorts are intended for sleep or lounging, and are part of a set with a matching tee (sold separately) in a fine ribbed knit fabric.
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Specifications
- Material
- 95% polyester made from recycled plastic bottles, 5% spandex
- Gender
- female
- Condition
- new
Product Insights
The Ultra-Soft Pyjama Short by Miiyu x Twik ($29, in stock) combines recycled polyester and spandex for a durable, moisture-wicking fabric that dries quickly and provides light insulation for cool sleepers. A covered elastic waistband enhances comfort by preventing direct elastic contact, while the shorts resist wrinkles, shrinkage, fading, and maintain shape and stretch recovery over 100 washes with recommended cool washing and low drying without bleach or iron. However, achieving durability and color retention requires strict care adherence, and while recycled polyester reduces CO₂ emissions by 30–60% without increasing microfiber shedding, the environmental benefit is offset by the need for careful laundering.
- Breathability
Wicks moisture and dries quickly, with light insulation for cool sleepers.
Why this is supported
The shorts’ recycled polyester fabric actively manages moisture. Friendtex notes,
Recycled polyester offers moisture-wicking and quick-drying features, which help keep pajamas fresh and easy to care for.
friendtex.comThis keeps you dry during night sweats. Additionally, the fabric provides a moderate thermal buffer. LLBean explains,
Because polyester is less breathable than natural fibers, it’s especially well-suited for anyone who tends to get cold at night or who prefers a little extra insulation in drafty rooms.
llbean.comSo you stay comfortable without overheating.
- Waistband comfort
Covered elastic waistband reduces irritation by preventing direct elastic contact.
Why this is supported
The waistband is designed for comfort. Stylight.ca describes it as
Covered elastic waistband
stylight.ca, which means the elastic is encased in fabric, reducing direct skin contact and irritation during sleep.
- Color retention
Patterned colors resist fading through cold-water washes without bleach.
Why this is supported
The disperse dye process used on these recycled polyester shorts achieves an ISO wash-fastness rating of 4–4.5 out of 5,
In polyester-dominant blends, the disperse dye process achieves ISO 105-C06 wash fastness of 4–4.5/5.
boringlabel.com, ensuring the patterned colors resist fading through cold-water washes when bleach is avoided.
- Fit retention
The shorts resist shrinkage and maintain shape and elastic recovery through 100+ washes when washed cold and dried low.
Why this is supported
The shorts are made from heat-set recycled polyester fibers that resist shrinkage, and the 5% spandex maintains elastic recovery through 100+ cycles when cared for properly. The covered elastic waistband further protects the elastic from wear.
Recycled polyester pajamas exhibit superior durability due to the inherent strength of synthetic fibers, offering resistance to stretching, shrinking, and abrasion, thus extending their lifespan significantly.
azmater.comAdditionally, recycled polyester generally shrinks less than virgin polyester, and the fabric's shape retention ensures the shorts maintain their original silhouette even after frequent washing.
Machine washable, durable through 100+ wash cycles when not exposed to chlorine, optical brighteners (which degrade spandex), or high-heat tumble drying.
boringlabel.comWith cold-water washing and low-heat drying, these features combine to keep the shorts fitting well for years.
- Ease of care
The shorts resist wrinkles and dry quickly; machine wash cold and tumble dry low, without iron or bleach.
Why this is supported
The fabric naturally resists wrinkles and dries quickly, making the shorts low-maintenance.
100 polyester pajamas hold their shape and color wash after wash, resisting wrinkles and shrinking even with frequent use.
llbean.comThe recycled polyester fibers also wick moisture and dry quickly.
Recycled polyester offers moisture-wicking and quick-drying features, which help keep pajamas fresh and easy to care for.
friendtex.comTo preserve these qualities, the manufacturer recommends machine washing cold with like colors and tumble drying on low heat, and to avoid iron or bleach.
For this 95% recycled polyester and 5% spandex blend, we recommend machine washing cold with like colors and tumble drying on low heat. Do not iron or use bleach to preserve fabric softness.
What are the care instructions for this fabric blend? Can it be machine washed and dried?Following this care ensures the shorts remain convenient and comfortable.
- Carbon footprint
Recycled polyester cuts CO₂ emissions 30–60% and energy use 45–85% versus virgin.
Why this is supported
Manufacturing these shorts' recycled polyester uses significantly less energy and emits fewer CO2:
Recycled polyester (rPET) uses 45–85% less energy and produces 30–60% fewer CO₂ emissions than virgin polyester
natuclothes.comA 2024 study specifically found CO₂ reductions of 50–60% for staple fiber production:
A 2024 study published in ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering comparing Chinese virgin and recycled polyester staple fiber production found reductions closer to 50–60%.
natuclothes.com- Microfiber shedding
Recycled polyester sheds no more microplastics than virgin polyester.
Why this is supported
A 2024 EMPA study found no significant difference in microfiber shedding between virgin and recycled fabrics:
No statistically significant difference in the number of released fibers was found between virgin and recycled fabrics
dora.lib4ri.ch- Care instructions
Machine wash cold, low dry; no iron or bleach to keep shorts soft, smooth, and colorfast.
Why this is supported
The brand specifies
machine washing cold with like colors and tumble drying on low heat. Do not iron or use bleach to preserve fabric softness.
What are the care instructions for this fabric blend? Can it be machine washed and dried?, and this aligns with polyester's properties: it resists wrinkles,
100 polyester pajamas hold their shape and color wash after wash, resisting wrinkles and shrinking even with frequent use.
llbean.comit dries quickly (
moisture-wicking and quick-drying features
friendtex.com), and the dye has high wash fastness (
In polyester-dominant blends, the disperse dye process achieves ISO 105-C06 wash fastness of 4-4.5/5.
boringlabel.com), so bleach would damage color.
- Durability
95% recycled polyester, 5% spandex resists shrinkage and maintains stretch over 100+ washes with recommended care.
Why this is supported
The
Covered elastic waistband
stylight.caprotects the elastic from detergent and friction. With cold wash and low dry,
Machine washable, durable through 100+ wash cycles when not exposed to chlorine, optical brighteners (which degrade spandex), or high-heat tumble drying.
boringlabel.comThe recycled polyester is heat-set during manufacturing,
During manufacturing, polyester fabric is often heat-set to improve its dimensional stability and help it retain its original size during normal use and laundering.
careonova.comso it resists shrinkage more than virgin polyester;
Recycled polyester can shrink slightly when washed in hot water or dried using high heat, but it generally shrinks less than virgin polyester.
findingasuitable.comFibers only distort above 150°C (
Polyester fibers begin to distort at temperatures above 150°C (302°F).
customink.com), which low-heat drying avoids.
- Waistband softness
Covered elastic waistband eliminates direct elastic contact for a softer feel
Why this is supported
The product description states it has a
Covered elastic waistband
stylight.ca, which means the elastic is encased in fabric, eliminating direct elastic-skin contact and resulting in a softer feel compared to exposed elastic waistbands.
- Shape retention
Shorts resist bagging and maintain stretch recovery for 100+ washes.
Why this is supported
The elastic waistband is fabric-encased (
Covered elastic waistband
stylight.ca), which shields it from detergent and friction during washing. The 5% spandex provides durable recovery that lasts for over 100 washes when laundered in cold water and dried on low heat:
Machine washable, durable through 100+ wash cycles when not exposed to chlorine, optical brighteners (which degrade spandex), or high-heat tumble drying.
boringlabel.comThe recycled polyester fibers are heat-set for dimensional stability, resisting stretching and shrinking, and generally shrink less than virgin polyester.
- Moisture management
Wicks sweat and dries faster than cotton, with light insulation.
Why this is supported
The recycled polyester fibers actively pull perspiration off the skin and the fabric dries in a fraction of the time of cotton. However,
Because polyester is less breathable than natural fibers, it’s especially well-suited for anyone who tends to get cold at night or who prefers a little extra insulation in drafty rooms.
llbean.comTogether, these characteristics mean the shorts manage moisture effectively while providing light warmth—a useful balance for air-conditioned bedrooms.
- Longevity
Resists stretch, shrink, fade; covered elastic waistband lasts; machine wash cold, low dry, no iron.
Why this is supported
The shorts are built with multiple durability-enhancing features.
Recycled polyester pajamas exhibit superior durability due to the inherent strength of synthetic fibers, offering resistance to stretching, shrinking, and abrasion, thus extending their lifespan significantly.
azmater.comHeat-setting during manufacturing further stabilizes the fabric:
During manufacturing, polyester fabric is often heat-set to improve its dimensional stability and help it retain its original size during normal use and laundering.
careonova.comThe prints maintain their color over time:
In polyester-dominant blends, the disperse dye process achieves ISO 105-C06 wash fastness of 4–4.5/5.
boringlabel.comThe fabric also resists wrinkles:
100 polyester pajamas hold their shape and color wash after wash, resisting wrinkles and shrinking even with frequent use.
llbean.comThe waistband is designed for longevity:
The waistband's elastic is encased in a fabric covering, which not only feels softer against the skin but also shields it from direct detergent contact and friction during washing
Long-term durability and wash resilience — covered_elastic_waistbandAnd care is simple:
machine washing cold with like colors and tumble drying on low heat
What are the care instructions for this fabric blend? Can it be machine washed and dried?The quick-drying nature of recycled polyester adds to the ease of care.
Recycled polyester offers moisture-wicking and quick-drying features, which help keep pajamas fresh and easy to care for.
friendtex.com- Environmental footprint
CO₂ emissions reduced 30–60% vs. virgin polyester; microfiber release is not higher.
Why this is supported
The recycled polyester in these shorts has a smaller environmental footprint.
Recycled polyester (rPET) uses 45–85% less energy and produces 30–60% fewer CO₂ emissions than virgin polyester, according to life cycle assessments reviewed by Periyasamy & Militky (2020).
natuclothes.comOn the topic of microplastic pollution, peer-reviewed research finds:
No statistically significant difference in the number of released fibers was found between virgin and recycled fabrics, although the fabric structure (filament vs. staple yarns, with/without surface treatment) influenced the release.
dora.lib4ri.ch- Travel performance
Wrinkle-resistant fabric emerges from a suitcase ready to wear, dries within hours, and needs no ironing after machine washing.
Why this is supported
Catalog verified the fabric's travel-ready performance through: wrinkle resistance from polyester research (
100 polyester pajamas hold their shape and color wash after wash, resisting wrinkles
llbean.com), quick-drying from recycled polyester's inherent properties (
Recycled polyester offers moisture-wicking and quick-drying features, which help keep pajamas fresh and easy to care for.
friendtex.com), and the no-iron requirement from the merchant's own care guide (
we recommend machine washing cold with like colors and tumble drying on low heat. Do not iron or use bleach to preserve fabric softness.
What are the care instructions for this fabric blend? Can it be machine washed and dried?).
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
A two-piece cream short-sleeve pajama set shown on a model: a crew-neck T-shirt with a small framed cat motif on the chest and matching elastic-waist shorts printed with a repeating cat motif.
- Top necklineRounded crew neck with a narrow ribbed band in the same cream fabric visible around the neck opening.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.05 · w 0.32 · h 0.16 (high) - Top sleeve styleShort sleeves with a straight hem that end above the elbow; sleeves are loose rather than fitted.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.17 · w 0.28 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.18 · w 0.28 · h 0.22 (high) - Chest motifSmall oval framed illustration of a cat with a blue bow positioned at the center of the chest.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.18 · w 0.16 · h 0.16 (high) - Top hem detailStraight hem with a short side slit visible at the model's right side (left side of image) where the top slightly overlaps the shorts.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.44 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high) - Shorts waistbandElasticated waistband with visible gathered fabric; mid-rise position under the top hem.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.48 · w 0.40 · h 0.12 (high) - Shorts patternAll-over repeating small portraits of the same cat with a blue bow scattered across the shorts front.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.60 · w 0.44 · h 0.32 (high) - Fabric appearanceMatte, smooth knit fabric with a soft drape consistent across top and shorts; no visible sheen or texture pattern.
Other
Studio product shot on a model against a plain light beige background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Model poseModel faces forward with left arm relaxed at side and right hand resting at the shorts' waistband, showing the front of the set.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.38 · w 0.90 · h 0.58 (high) - BackgroundUniform light beige backdrop filling the frame with no props or visible seams.
- LightingSoft, diffuse lighting from the front-left creating gentle shadows along the model's right side and under the hem of the top.
- Image cropFramed from mid-thigh to above the head; feet and full lower legs are not visible.
Colors
warm cream· main fabricpastel blue· cat illustration - bowsoft gray-beige· cat illustration - fur and details#EBAD84- Top necklineRounded crew neck with a narrow ribbed band in the same cream fabric visible around the neck opening.
- 02
Product
Cream-colored elastic-waist pajama shorts with an allover small kitten print, gathered waistband, visible side pocket opening, and a straight hem with topstitching.
- WaistbandElastic gathered waistband with visible fabric casing and evenly distributed gathers around the waist; waistband sits at natural waist in image.
1 region
x 0.21 · y 0.19 · w 0.58 · h 0.12 (high) - Allover printSmall repeated kitten motif printed across the front of the shorts; motifs show kittens in a sitting or curled pose, each including a blue bow and yarn ball in some instances.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.30 · w 0.76 · h 0.42 (high) - Side pocket openingVertical side seam pocket opening visible on the right side (model left) with a narrow slit at the side seam.
1 region
x 0.69 · y 0.36 · w 0.08 · h 0.14 (high) - Hem detailStraight short hem with a visible single line of topstitching along the leg openings.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.56 · w 0.70 · h 0.12 (high) - Fabric textureFine horizontal ribbed texture on the fabric visible across the shorts surface.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.22 · w 0.60 · h 0.48 (medium) - Visible top overlapModel's cream ribbed top partially covers the waistband front, showing the shorts under the hem of the top.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.12 · w 0.52 · h 0.14 (high)
Other
Studio crop showing model from waist to mid-thigh wearing the shorts; neutral cream background and soft even lighting; model hands adjust the top at the waistband.
- Shot compositionCropped studio shot framed from the lower torso to mid-thigh focusing on the front of the shorts.
- Model handsBoth hands visible near the waistband pulling the top upward to reveal the shorts; left hand at center front, right hand at side.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.20 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.06 · w 0.20 · h 0.22 (high) - Background and lightingNeutral off-white studio background with soft, diffuse lighting and mild shadowing under the hem and along inner thigh.
Colors
warm cream· shorts fabriclight gray beige· kitten fur print#CDB9A4medium cerulean blue· kitten bow and yarn- WaistbandElastic gathered waistband with visible fabric casing and evenly distributed gathers around the waist; waistband sits at natural waist in image.
- 03
Product
Rear view of lightweight cream-coloured pajama shorts with an elastic waistband and an allover small kitten print featuring blue bows. Fabric appears soft with a fine ribbed texture; hemmed legs and a central rear seam are visible.
- SilhouetteLoose, short length boxer-style shorts sitting at the waist with a gently flared leg opening visible from the rear.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.60 (high) - WaistbandSoft gathered elastic waistband with visible fabric casing and small gathers around the waist.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.14 · w 0.48 · h 0.12 (high) - Rear seamVertical centre rear seam running down the middle back of the shorts.
1 region
x 0.49 · y 0.23 · w 0.02 · h 0.42 (high) - HemSimple folded and stitched hem at each leg opening, lying flat without visible trim.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.66 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (high) - Fabric textureFine horizontal ribbed knit texture visible on the cream fabric.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.22 · w 0.60 · h 0.48 (high) - Allover print motifRepeating small kitten illustrations in various seated poses scattered across the shorts.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.23 · w 0.58 · h 0.42 (high) - Kitten detail - bow and yarnSome kitten motifs show a distinct bright blue bow or blue yarn ball as part of the illustration.
2 regions
x 0.64 · y 0.24 · w 0.11 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.18 · y 0.59 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (high) - Visible model partsPartial rear of model: lower back, both hands at sides, and upper thighs visible; left hand lightly touching the hem of the shorts.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.02 · w 0.96 · h 0.96 (medium)
Other
Studio shot showing the model from the rear against a plain light background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Background and lightingUniform light beige or off-white background; soft studio lighting with minimal harsh shadows.
- Shot compositionTight crop around model's lower back and upper legs; shorts occupy most of the frame with arms partially visible at left and right edges.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Image qualitySharp, high-resolution image with visible fabric texture and clear motif edges.
Colors
cream· main fabricsky blue· kitten bow and yarnwarm gray-brown· kitten fur illustration- SilhouetteLoose, short length boxer-style shorts sitting at the waist with a gently flared leg opening visible from the rear.
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Customer Reviews
7 total7 reviews · out of 5
short pyjama
parfait, doux j:aime bien
Did not like the material
returned the goods, the materiel gave me the creeps
nice fabric
nice fabric
Parfait!
Tissu très doux et bas de pyjama super confortable
I love them
Very cute and comfy. Super soft and flattering cut.
Qualité
Très confortable et doux, mais le tissus se refait assez facilement
Vraiment doux
texture adorable