Miiyu x Twik
Ultra-Soft Pyjama Short
4/5 (7)
CA$29.00CAD
In Stock
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.
Color
Patterned EcruSlate BluePatterned CrimsonPatterned Red
Size
X-SMALLSMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGE
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.
Verified claims
- Breathability
- Wicks moisture and dries quickly, with light insulation for cool sleepers.
- Waistband comfort
- Covered elastic waistband reduces irritation by preventing direct elastic contact.
- Color retention
- Patterned colors resist fading through cold-water washes without bleach.
- Fit retention
- The shorts resist shrinkage and maintain shape and elastic recovery through 100+ washes when washed cold and dried low.
- Ease of care
- The shorts resist wrinkles and dry quickly; machine wash cold and tumble dry low, without iron or bleach.
- Carbon footprint
- Recycled polyester cuts CO₂ emissions 30–60% and energy use 45–85% versus virgin.
- Microfiber shedding
- Recycled polyester sheds no more microplastics than virgin polyester.
- Care instructions
- Machine wash cold, low dry; no iron or bleach to keep shorts soft, smooth, and colorfast.
- Durability
- 95% recycled polyester, 5% spandex resists shrinkage and maintains stretch over 100+ washes with recommended care.
- Waistband softness
- Covered elastic waistband eliminates direct elastic contact for a softer feel
- Shape retention
- Shorts resist bagging and maintain stretch recovery for 100+ washes.
- Moisture management
- Wicks sweat and dries faster than cotton, with light insulation.
- Longevity
- Resists stretch, shrink, fade; covered elastic waistband lasts; machine wash cold, low dry, no iron.
- Environmental footprint
- CO₂ emissions reduced 30–60% vs. virgin polyester; microfiber release is not higher.
- Travel performance
- Wrinkle-resistant fabric emerges from a suitcase ready to wear, dries within hours, and needs no ironing after machine washing.
Product record
- Title
- Ultra-Soft Pyjama Short
- Brand
- Miiyu x Twik
- Price
- 29 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Long-term durability and wash resilience
- 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, reducing the mechanical and chemical wear that typically causes elastic to lose stretch over time.
- At just 5%, the spandex in the blend is there for a soft, resilient stretch that resists bagging out; with cold-water washing and low-heat tumble drying, spandex can maintain its recovery through over 100 cycles because it avoids the heat, chlorine, and fabric softeners that are the primary causes of spandex breakdown.
- Polyester-dominant blends coloured with disperse dyes typically achieve an ISO wash-fastness rating of 4–4.5 out of 5, meaning the patterned ecru colour is engineered to resist fading through cold-water wash cycles, as long as bleach — a known dye-disruptor — is kept away.
- Recycled polyester fibers are heat-set during manufacturing to lock in their shape, making the 95% polyester fabric highly resistant to shrinkage at typical washing temperatures; only sustained exposure above 150°C can relax that lock, which is why low-heat drying preserves the original fit over many wash cycles.
- Recycled polyester can outperform virgin polyester in shrinkage resistance — some sources note it shrinks less overall — so these shorts are likely to hold their size better than comparable virgin-polyester sleepwear, even after repeated launderings.
How recycled polyester feels and breathes
- The recycled polyester fibers actively pull perspiration off the skin and the fabric dries in a fraction of the time of cotton — so the shorts stay comfortable through night sweats and are ready to wear again shortly after a morning wash.
- With only moderate breathability, the fabric provides a light insulating layer that works in favor of those who sleep in air-conditioned rooms or cool climates; the moisture-wicking ability offsets any risk of overheating, so the shorts avoid the clammy feeling common in less breathable synthetics.
- Recycled polyester’s inherent strength resists stretching out, while the 5% spandex contributes snap-back recovery — so the shorts maintain their original silhouette and the covered elastic waistband won’t sag even after months of nightly wear.
- The blend’s natural resistance to creasing means these shorts emerge from the dryer smooth and ready to wear — no iron needed, which preserves the hand feel and makes them an easy pack-and-go option for travel.
Environmental impact of the recycled fabric
- Switching to recycled polyester cuts greenhouse gas emissions by 30–60% compared to virgin, with the most conservative independent figure at about 21% and a 2024 ACS study showing up to 60% for staple fiber production — so the pyjama short’s carbon footprint is materially lighter from the start.
- Because the polyester is recycled from post-consumer bottles rather than synthesized from petroleum, its manufacture requires 45–85% less energy than virgin polyester, according to a 2020 meta-analysis of life cycle assessments — meaning the pyjama short’s largest material component carries a significantly lower energy footprint.
- A 2024 study by the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (Empa) compared four pairs of commercially available textiles — each identical except for mechanically recycled versus virgin polyester — and found no statistically significant difference in microplastic fiber release, indicating that fabric construction, not fiber origin, is the primary determinant of shedding.
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.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
7 total4
7 reviews · out of 5
short pyjama
★★★★★sandra d.
parfait, doux j:aime bien
Did not like the material
★★★★★DEBBIE F.
returned the goods, the materiel gave me the creeps
nice fabric
★★★★★Rosemary G.
nice fabric
Parfait!
★★★★★Clara C.
Tissu très doux et bas de pyjama super confortable
I love them
★★★★★Karolyne S.
Very cute and comfy. Super soft and flattering cut.
Qualité
★★★★★Rose-Marie S.
Très confortable et doux, mais le tissus se refait assez facilement
Vraiment doux
★★★★★Josee C.
texture adorable
Q&A
1 answered- What are the care instructions for this fabric blend? Can it be machine washed and dried?
- 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.