
Free People
Staycation Terry Pyjama Short
Staycation Terry Pyjama Short is a pair of loungewear bottoms from Free People, made from a terry knit in a 59% cotton and 41% polyester blend. The shorts feature a wide drawcord-adjustable elastic waistband, mini side vents, and a rough-cut hem. Designed for sleep and lounging, they can be paired with the coordinating Staycation loose terry sweatshirt (style 3757-26231697), sold separately.
- Material
- cotton and polyester blend
- Gender
- female
- Style
- loungewear, casual, relaxed-fit
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Sleepwear & Loungewear > Pajamas
Color
Specifications
Terry fabric pyjama shorts with elastic drawcord waist and rough-cut hem for a relaxed loungewear look.
Terry fabric, drawcord waist, side vents, rough-cut hem.
- Material
- cotton and polyester blend
- Style
- loungewear, casual, relaxed-fit
- Occasion
- sleepwear, loungewear
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Sleepwear & Loungewear > Pajamas
Additional Attributes
- terry fabric
- cotton and polyester blend
- wide drawcord-adjustable elastic waistband
- mini side vents
- rough-cut hem
- matching sweatshirt sold separately
Product Insights
Free People's Staycation Terry Pyjama Short is a C$19.99 loop-pile terry sleep-and-lounge short whose core promise is resort-adjacent, towel-soft comfort that absorbs sweat and dries fast, evaporating sweat 30% faster than pure cotton terry and avoiding a clammy feel, with a pulled-loop French-named terry pile and a resort heritage dating to the 1964 Goldfinger film that reads as poolside retro-luxury rather than plain sleepwear. The fit is deliberately relaxed and oversized per Free People loungewear sizing, held by a wide elastic drawcord-adjustable waistband, with a raw hem, mini side vents that add airflow and let the flared short drape instead of binding, all five sizes XS-XL in stock at one flat price, Blue as the only colour, and the same 59% cotton / 41% polyester content across every Staycation terry piece; at C$19.99 it sits well below the $120-250 resort terry sets from labels like OAS and Onia. The main tradeoff is the briefest cut in the Staycation terry range: a 2-inch (5.08 cm) inseam on a 19.68 cm rise, paired with exposed terry loops that snag on rough surfaces, especially at the raw-cut hem, so the shorts require washing and storing clear of zippers and Velcro.
Verified claims
- Heritage
- Terry reads as poolside resort wear, a lineage dating to the 1964 Goldfinger film.
- Terry etymology
- Terry is named from the French word for pulled, the process that builds its looped pile.
- Coverage
- A 2-inch (5.08 cm) inseam on a 19.68 cm rise is the briefest cut in the Staycation terry range.
- Fit
- Raw hem, mini side vents, and a wide drawcord-adjustable waistband keep shorts comfortable and in place during sleep.
- Waistband
- Wide elastic waistband supplies the hold while the drawcord tunes the fit
- Vent function
- Mini side vents, not full side slits, add airflow and let the flared short drape instead of binding.
- Breathability
- Highly breathable and evaporates sweat 30% faster than pure cotton terry.
- Thermal comfort
- Absorbs sweat and dries faster than pure cotton terry, avoiding that clammy feel.
- Absorbency
- Looped terry absorbs sweat and dries fast for hot-weather wear.
- Care
- Wash and store clear of zippers and Velcro so the raw hem's terry loops don't snag.
- Line coordination
- Every Staycation terry piece shares the same 59% cotton / 41% polyester content.
- Softness
- Pulled-loop terry pile gives a soft, towel-adjacent hand against the skin.
- Snag risk
- Exposed terry loops snag on rough surfaces, especially at the raw-cut hem.
- Value
- At C$19.99, these shorts sit well below the $120-250 resort terry sets from labels like OAS and Onia.
- Resort positioning
- Terry reads as resort and retro-luxury wear rather than plain sleepwear.
- Terry construction
- Loop-pile terry construction gives a soft, absorbent, towel-adjacent surface.
- Hem
- Rough-cut hem gives a slouchy drape; its exposed loops are the shorts' most snag-prone edge.
- Options
- All five sizes, XS to XL, are in stock at one price, and Blue is the only colour.
- Size availability
- All five sizes from X-Small to X-Large are in stock at once.
- Size pricing
- One flat C$19.99 across every size, so sizing up costs no more.
- Sizing
- Free People loungewear runs oversized so these fit relaxed, and the drawcord waistband holds a slightly-off size.
- Inseam
- A 2-inch (5.08 cm) inseam makes this the briefest cut in the Staycation terry range.
Product record
- Title
- Staycation Terry Pyjama Short
- Brand
- Free People
- Price
- 19.99 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 12 sourcesUses
Cozy terry shorts for lounging and sleep
Soft terry shorts in a cotton-polyester blend made for relaxing at home or sleeping in. The wide elastic waistband adjusts with a drawcord, and mini side vents with a rough-cut hem keep the look easygoing. A matching sweatshirt is sold separately if you want the full set.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Staycation Terry Pyjama Short: Choose this if you want soft terry lounge shorts made of a cotton and polyester blend (59% cotton, 41% polyester) with a wide elastic waistband that adjusts with a drawcord for a versatile fit. The longer silhouette skims the thighs with a relaxed ease, and mini side vents plus a rough-cut raw hem give a casual, laid-back finish. Note the matching sweatshirt is sold separately.[1,2,3,4] | Embroidery And Ruffle Pyjama Mini-Short: Choose this if you want lightweight sleep shorts with a feminine, striped-lace look: embroidered mesh and ribbed bands in a cotton-nylon blend (60% nylon, 40% cotton), a wide elasticized gathered waistband, and ruffled scalloped lace hems in Off White. The boxer-style, low-to-high-rise mini cut offers moderate seat coverage with a relaxed fit through the thighs, and a polyester-elastane mesh lining, though the lace panels are semi-sheer. Note that the matching cami is sold separately, and sizes range from X-Small to Large.[5,6,7,8] | Gingham Pattern Bloomer Pyjama Set: Choose this if you want a vintage-inspired two-piece sleep set, pairing a cropped off-white lace camisole with a deep V neckline and semi-sheer lace panels with loose black-and-white gingham bloomer shorts that have a wide elasticized waistband, gathered tiers, and ruffled elastic leg hems. It suits shoppers who like playful, romantic details, including a small embroidered patch and scalloped trims, and it is made of a 50% cotton and 50% polyester blend in Black and White, offered in X-Small, Small, and Medium. Note that the cropped, exposed-midriff styling and thigh-cinching leg openings fit a boudoir look rather than full-coverage sleepwear.[9,10,11,12] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Front view of a two-piece loungewear set on a model: a loose long-sleeve V-neck pullover and matching drawstring terry shorts, plus a visible scalloped white bralette strap.
- Pullover shapeOversized long-sleeve pullover with a wide V-neckline and dropped shoulder seams; hem sits above the waist revealing a narrow band of midriff.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.07 · w 0.90 · h 0.48 (high) - Pullover material and finishTerry-like textured knit with a soft, slightly napped surface and visible seam topstitching at the V and shoulders.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.34 (high) - Shorts silhouetteCasual mid-rise shorts with a fold-over waistband and a visible drawstring tied in a bow centered at the front; short inseam with a relaxed fit.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.52 · w 0.62 · h 0.35 (high) - Drawstring detailRound drawstring with knotted ends and small stitched aglets, tied in a bow that hangs over the front waistband.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.66 · w 0.16 · h 0.14 (high) - Bralette strapWhite scalloped lace bralette strap visible at both shoulders and peeking from the V-neck.
2 regions
x 0.38 · y 0.12 · w 0.22 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.12 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high) - Visible skin and fitModel's midriff and upper thighs visible between pullover hem and shorts waistband; pullover sleeves are pushed slightly creating soft folds.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.48 · w 0.44 · h 0.34 (high) - Seam and edge finishRaw-edge style hems with visible turned seams on sleeve cuffs and bottom hem of pullover and along shorts leg openings.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.28 · w 0.80 · h 0.50 (medium)
Other
Studio portrait of a model wearing the product against a plain light background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter frontal crop showing model from upper thighs to above the head, centered in frame.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.02 · w 0.88 · h 0.96 (high) - BackgroundUniform off-white or very pale beige seamless background with no visible props.
- LightingSoft, diffuse studio lighting producing gentle shadows and even skin and fabric tones.
- Image qualitySharp focus on clothing and model; no visible motion blur or significant noise.
Colors
light sky blue· pullover#9CC3EBlight sky blue· shorts#9CC5F1white· bralette strap- Pullover shapeOversized long-sleeve pullover with a wide V-neckline and dropped shoulder seams; hem sits above the waist revealing a narrow band of midriff.
- 02

Product
Front view close-up of light blue terry knit pajama shorts showing waistband with tied drawstring, textured fabric surface, and raw hem above the thighs.
- Waistband and drawstringFolded waistband with a centered tied drawstring forming a simple bow; drawstring ends hang down over the front of the shorts and have stitched tips.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.33 · w 0.24 · h 0.22 (high) - Fabric textureSoft looped terry-like textured knit visible across the shorts and waistband, giving a slightly nubby surface appearance.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.34 · w 0.76 · h 0.56 (high) - Shorts silhouetteLow-rise short silhouette with a relaxed, slightly flared leg opening and short inseam; front crotch seam visible at center front.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.46 · w 0.76 · h 0.38 (high) - Hem detailNarrow raw or turned hem with a slightly unfinished edge visible along each leg opening.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.74 · w 0.35 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.53 · y 0.74 · w 0.35 · h 0.12 (high) - Stitching detailVisible single-needle topstitching along the waistband fold and a short vertical stitched reinforcement at the base of the drawstring.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.38 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high) - Partial model exposureSmall section of the model's lower abdomen and upper thighs visible above and below the waistband and leg openings.
3 regions
x 0.29 · y 0.21 · w 0.42 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.12 · y 0.66 · w 0.35 · h 0.32 (high); x 0.53 · y 0.66 · w 0.35 · h 0.32 (high)
Other
Studio product photograph cropped to show midriff and upper thighs; neutral light background and soft even lighting with minimal shadow.
- Shot compositionCropped frontal close-up framing waist and upper thighs; garment centered horizontally.
- BackgroundPlain light neutral background with no visible props or packaging.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, even studio lighting producing gentle shadows beneath the waistband and leg openings but no harsh highlights.
- Image cropUpper part of a matching top is partially visible at the top of the image, cropped across the lower torso.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.00 · w 0.84 · h 0.34 (high)
Colors
pastel sky blue· shorts and waistband#9DC3EB- Waistband and drawstringFolded waistband with a centered tied drawstring forming a simple bow; drawstring ends hang down over the front of the shorts and have stitched tips.
- 03

Product
Rear view of light blue terry knit lounge shorts with a folded elastic waistband, slightly flared skirt-like silhouette, short center back yoke seam, a small side slit at the left hem, and a raw-cut hem edge; fabric has visible terry texture.
- SilhouetteRear-facing short with a flared, skirt-like lower portion that hangs away from the body rather than clinging.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.34 · w 0.76 · h 0.52 (high) - WaistbandFolded wide waistband sitting at the natural waist, appearing to be elasticized and made from the same terry fabric, with a visible horizontal fold line.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.22 · w 0.64 · h 0.16 (high) - Center back detailSmall semicircular/back yoke-shaped stitched panel centered on the rear waistband area with a vertical seam extending down into the body of the shorts.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.29 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (medium) - Side slitShort vertical slit on the left hem (viewer left) where the hem is split a small distance upward from the edge.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.66 · w 0.14 · h 0.18 (high) - Hem finishRaw-cut hem edge with a slightly frayed appearance rather than a turned stitched hem.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.78 · w 0.76 · h 0.18 (high) - Fabric textureLow-loop terry texture visible across the entire garment surface, giving a soft, slightly nubby appearance.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.30 · w 0.60 · h 0.50 (high)
Other
Studio product shot cropped to show torso and upper thighs against a plain light background; soft directional lighting from the front-left with mild shadowing on the right side of the legs.
- Shot compositionCropped rear product view including model torso from lower ribs to mid-thigh; garment centered in frame.
- BackgroundUniform light neutral backdrop with no visible props.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, even lighting with a mild shadow on the model's right thigh and subtle highlights on the waistband and upper rear fabric.
- Image qualitySharp focus on garment texture and seams; no visible text or labels in the frame.
Colors
light baby blue· main body#ADD2F4- SilhouetteRear-facing short with a flared, skirt-like lower portion that hangs away from the body rather than clinging.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Free People
Staycation Sleep Shorts
Variants
5 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4610979 | Staycation Terry Pyjama Short - Blue - X-Small | CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4610980 | Staycation Terry Pyjama Short - Blue - Small | CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4610981 | Staycation Terry Pyjama Short - Blue - Medium | CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4610982 | Staycation Terry Pyjama Short - Blue - Large | CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4610983 | Staycation Terry Pyjama Short - Blue - X-Large | CA$59.00 | Yes |