There are few things more relaxing than lounging in your PJs at home. That’s why we think it’s so important to stock up on comfy sleepwear that looks as good as they feel. It just makes lounging in bed all the more enjoyable when you wrap yourself in soft luxury. You’ll be amazed how pampered you will feel just by putting on something pretty to sleep (or relax) in!

Check out just a few of our current favorites in sleepwear:

1. Karen Neuburger Señorita Girlfriend Pedal Pusher PJ, 2. Natori Hnah PJ, 3. Natori Dara PJ, 4. P.J. Salvage Floating Hearts Chemise, 5. Bedhead Stretch Cami & Short Set, 6. Calvin Klein Underwear Essence Chemise

For those weekend days when you just want to lounge around at home, there’s nothing that makes the day more blissful than a cushy pair of slippers and comfortable pajamas! There are lots of snuggly options out there for both mom and daughter—perfect for staying in and spending quality time.

For a fun day in with your little one we suggest the following:

*movie marathon: pop some popcorn and watch your favorite DVDs in a row!

*arts n’ crafts: scrapbook your latest family vacation or create a DIY wreath for spring.

*baking party: bake up some delicious cookies or cake pops for dessert. You can even invite some friends over and do a dessert decorating contest!

*spa day: a fun Mom-and-daughter pampering day is a great way to relax and reconnect (and, or course, get pretty!)

For Mom: 1. Karen Neuburger Indochine Henley Bermuda PJ Set, 2. BedHead Cotton Sateen PJ Set, 3. PJ Salvage Elephant PJ Set, 4. Life is Good Sleep Pant, 5. Acorn Taylor Spa Thong, 6. Acorn New Spa Thong

For Daughter: 7. Hatley Kids PJ Set, 8. Sara's Prints Kids Short Sleeve Nightie , 9. Sara's Prints Kids Fitted Shorts PJs, 10. Life is Good Tossed Daisies Sleep Pant, 11. Acorn Kids Taylor Spa Thong (Zappos Exclusive!), 12. Acorn Kids New Spa Thong (Zappos Exclusive!)

Men's: 1. X Cotton Pant, 2. X Cotton Short Sleeve Crewneck, 3. Woven Pajama Pants, 4. Long Sleeve Crewneck PJ Top, 5. Micro Modal Essentials Sleep Pant

Women's: 6. Lace and Micro Plunge Bra, 7. Seductive Comfort Customized Lift Sexy Contour Bra, 8. Tonal Roses Demi Bra, 9. Essentials Satin Trim V-Neck Chemise, 10. Essentials Long Sleeve Night Dress

Remember back in the ‘80s when Brooke Shields said those infamous words: “You wanna know what comes between me and my Calvins? Nothing." Well, that’s truly the case when it comes to their fabulous collection of intimates and sleepwear.

Treat those special someones on your gift list (or yourself) to cozy comfort this season with Calvin Klein Underwear. Give them as a stocking stuffer or as a little reward to yourself for all the shopping you’ve been doing lately (Black Friday and Cyber Monday shoppers, we’re talking to you!) Besides, after all those holiday festivities, you'll probably want to just lounge around the house in your comfy Calvins.

When building a wardrobe people primarily focus on day and evening wear. However, there is another time of day that also needs a good wardrobe selection, night time. On average people spend one third of their life asleep (if we assume people get an average of eight hours of sleep a night). This means they spend at least a third of their lives in sleepwear. Since so much time is spent in sleepwear it is important to select night clothing that is comfortable and that promotes relaxation.

Men's Sleepwear

Men's sleepwear comes in several varieties. First of all there is the traditional men's loungewear pajama set. This usually includes a long sleeved pajama top and a pair of long pajama bottoms. There is also short sleeve and short pajama sets that work well for spring and summertime.

Men's sleepwear also includes bathrobes and slippers. These are more transitional items that are worn after putting on pajamas but before retiring for the evening, or between waking up in the morning and getting dressed.

Buying men's sleepwear is pretty simple. The man's waist measurements are usually the sizing factors that are used. Most men's pajamas are loose fitting and come with an elastic waste band and average lengths. If you are a man that is taller than average or shorter than average then you will need to either get the pajamas hemmed when you buy them or you will want to look for pajamas that have been sized for someone of your stature.

Women's Sleepwear

Women's sleepwear comes in a lot more varieties than men's sleepwear does. There is sleepwear designed for romantic evenings, for warmth and comfort and there is even sleepwear that is designed for lounging around the house. Women's pajamas also come in more fabric choices then men are usually offered. For example, women's pajamas come in jersey, cotton, silk, satin, lace, and synthetic materials.

Buying women's sleepwear is more challenging than buying men's sleepwear. This is because some items are going to be based on simple small, medium, large and extra large sizes, while others are going to be based on lingerie sizing factors like cup size and under-bust measurements. If you are looking for the best fit possible then it is a good idea to hit a lingerie store and be measured properly. This will give you the sizing information needed to pick romantic and supportive sleepwear that will best fit your body.

With the official start to our Holiday season this week, it is now peak season for our Customer Loyalty Team (CLT). During this time our call volume goes up in the call center, and in order to continue to give the best customer service possible, it’s all hands on deck. Besides many other departments helping out on the phones, our regular CLT members work longer shifts to take care of the extra volume.

To get through this busy time, the teams still like to have a little fun at work. Melissa’s team in CLT decided that since they were working extra hours, some of them coming in as early as 4am, they are having what they call a “Bananas in Pajamas” week. This would give them a chance to just roll right out of bed and come to work in their PJ’s during this busy time. They call it “Bananas in Pajamas” because they are spending almost the entire week wandering around doing everything in pajamas – stopping at the coffee shop before work, going out eat on their lunch break, etc. They certainly are working with our core values in “creating a little fun and weirdness.”

Did You Know . . . ?

That Corina Craig, representing our fabulous CLT Department, owns 15, yes FIFTEEN, pairs of pajama bottoms? I didn’t either and I find it both scary and interesting all at the same time. Corina loves to create a little weirdness with statistics like these:

1. These are only bottoms people, apparently pajama tops do not hold that special place in her heart like the bottoms do.
2. She can recite each pair that she owns from memory.
3. She never wears them to bed (and she owns them why??)
4. She hates pajama capris (interesting).
5. 99% of the time she wears them with a Hollister hoddie and a pair of Chucks (I can attest to this).

Now, I couldn’t let Corina go without her reciting the list for me and I know all of you are curious to know exactly what design is on each pair, so here we go:

1. Men’s red with the Trix bunny.
2. White with 3 penguins in a row.
3. Baby blue with penguins that have scarves wrapped around their necks (love the detail).
4. Red, burgundy, and silver plaid.
5. White, pink, and plaid.
6. Pink, red, and white vertical stripes.
7. Gray with “Aero” written in green.
8. Gray with “Aero” written in pink.
9. Pink and green with white polka dots.
10. Pink and green with “Hollister” written in yellow.
11. Green with “Hollister” written in yellow.
12. Orange with “Holister” written in pink.
13. Pink, yellow, and white vertical stripes.
14. Gray with “Hollister” written in turquoise (Nice job remembering a vague color!!)
15. Blue with white and green polka dots.

Wow, what an adventure! We now will leave you with three pictures of Corina in a few of her favorite pairs of pajama bottoms. Join us next week to find out how many pairs of slippers Abbie Morris owns; I know, we can’t wait for that one either.

I’m not a big fan of Valentine’s Day as a holiday, but I do enjoy all the sweets that go along with it. Indeed, I often use Valentine’s Day as an excuse to make all sorts of decadent delights. And, usually, it is possible for my son (and sometimes my husband) to help out.

Cherry Cake
This is actually a fun breakfast for Valentine’s Day — something special your family can do every year.

For the cake:
3 cups flour
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 1/2 teaspoons dry yeast (active)
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup butter
2 eggs
21-ounce can of cherry pie filling

For the glaze:
1/2 cup confectioner’s (powdered) sugar
2 – 4 teaspoons of milk

Before you begin, make sure have the ingredients on hand. Also, make sure that everyone is in clothing suitable for baking. We like to do our Valentine’s Day morning baking in pajamas . This way we can just put them in the wash when we’re done.

Mix 1/2 cups of the flour with the sugar, salt and yeast. Heat 1/2 cup of the milk along with the butter and the water. Add to the flour combination and then add the eggs. Use a mixer to beat at a low speed, getting all of the ingredients moist. Then beat for three minutes at medium speed, stirring in the rest of the flour gradually, forming a batter. Cover and let rise until the size doubles (about 45 to 60 minutes).

Grease a 13 × 9 pan. Save out 1/4 of the batter and pour the rest into the pan, spooning the cherry filling on top. Add the rest of the batter over the cherry filling. Let rise for another 30 minutes. Heat oven to 350 degrees and bake for 30-35 minutes.

Make the glaze by mixing the powdered sugar and the milk until the glaze is at a desired consistency. When the cake is done, drizzle the glaze on top. You can use apple or blueberry pie filling in this recipe, too.

When you’re sick, you’re stressed. Colds, coughs and the flu can make it hard just to get out of bed and even harder to meet the challenges of a new day. Once a new illness takes hold, it can take days to recover fully and even longer to catch up on your to-do list. You can save yourself a lot of stress – and misery – by doing what you can to prevent getting sick, before it happens.

Schedule Your Sleep
If you’re overly tired, you’re more susceptible to any illness that’s going around. Be sure you’re getting enough sleep, even if it means scheduling it as part of your busy evening. Your body will thank you. Set your alarm clock, get into your coziest pajamas and catch some much needed sleep.

Don’t Forget Your Vitamin C
Vitamin C is known to boost immunity. Whether you grab a bottle of orange juice on your way to work, or munch on tangy Vitamin C chewable tablets, be sure to boost your immunity before you get sick.

Ready, Set, Sanitize
Hand sanitizer isn’t just for the paranoid. Direct contact with people who are sick or things that they have contaminated through touching, coughing or sneezing are ways people are exposed to illness-causing organisms. Sanitizing wipes are great for things like phones and heavy traffic copiers, and sanitizing your own hands regularly can help kill germs that you’ve picked up before they can reach your nose or mouth.

When it comes to staying healthy this winter a little preparation can prevent a lot of sickness and stress. So, follow these common sense tips and help yourself stay healthy all winter long.