15 Organic Cotton Pyjamas For Kids in Autumn/Winter
As the weather is getting cold and dark, you are probably looking for some sustainable kid’s pyjamas (or “pajamas” if you’re in the US) that are warm and cosy. The organic cotton PJs I have included today are made in ethical factories so you can shop without guilt.
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What is autumn without soft, snuggly pyjamas?
As the nights grow colder, you will sleep better, knowing your child’s arms and legs are covered with buttery-soft organic cotton.
Well… unless your child wakes up as much as mine.
My terrible sleeper also happens to hate duvets and blankets, so long sleeves on sleepwear is a must.
I have always found sustainable fashion brands to be thicker and softer. The quality is excellent meaning you can sell the pajamas when your kid has grown out of them and then use the money for the next pair.
Before I get to the list of 15 ethical pyjama brands for children in the UK, USA and Australia, I’m going to quickly explain why you should choose organic cotton.
Why choose organic cotton
Organic cotton pyjamas are more eco-friendly than PJs made from conventional cotton, but this sustainable fabric has a number of benefits.
When it comes to clothes, organic certification means it was:
Grown without toxic pesticides or chemical fertilisers
Contains no flame retardants or formaldehyde (used in shipping to prevent creases and mould).
Grown without wasting a ridiculous amount of water in poorer countries
Created by people that aren’t trapped in slavery
Made in factories that don’t use child labour
As kids spend half their life sleeping in these clothes, many people want to be sure their babies aren’t exposed to controversial chemicals, like carcinogenic flame retardants. This is more of an issue in America, but there are still a huge amount of baby products that contain these toxic chemicals in Europe.
How do you know if pyjamas are organic?
Sometimes fast fashion brands will label their clothes organic without any certification, which means there is no proof the above criteria were followed.
Look for the GOTS organic logo to ensure your children’s pyjamas are non-toxic and eco-friendly.
There is often a small amount of elastane used in organic PJs to ensure they fit comfortably around the waist.
15 Eco-Friendly, ORganic cotton pyjamas for kids
Quicklinks:
For babies and toddlers (0-4y):
PACT (0-1y) USA
Viverano (0-3m) USA
For kids (0-8y):
For all ages and older kids (0-12):
PACT (18m - 10y) - USA
Piccalilly (0-10y) - UK
Frugi (0-10y) -UK
1. Little Green Radicals
Location: UK
Shipping: International
Sizes: 0-10 years
Fabric: Organic, Fairtrade cotton
Made in: India
Certifications: GOTS organic, Fairtrade
I’m a big fan of Little Green Radicals because the colours don’t fade as fast as other brands, the material is good quality and the patterns are adorable.
LGR are a pioneer of ethical children’s clothing because they have been making it without harmful pesticides and with fair working conditions for over 30 years.
2. PACT
Location: USA
Shipping: International
Sizes: 0-10 years
Fabric: Organic, Fairtrade cotton
Made in: India
Certifications: GOTS organic, Fairtrade
If I lived in America, PACT would be at the top of my list for eco-friendly pajamas. Ideal for the parent who wants non-toxic clothing because they are free from harmful chemicals, like PFAs, pesticides, flame retardants and toxic dyes.
3. Organic Nights
Location: Australia
Shipping: International
Sizes: 0-2 years
Fabric: Organic, Fairtrade cotton
Made in: India
Certifications: GOTS organic, Fairtrade
Organic Nights was created by two sisters and mothers living in Queensland, Australia. Since children spend half their lives asleep, they wanted their children to be snoozing without controversial chemicals in their pyjamas.
4. Organic Zoo
Location: UK
Shipping: International
Sizes: 0-1 years for sleepsuits (other clothing goes up to 4 years)
Fabric: Organic, Fairtrade cotton
Made in: Europe
Certifications: GOTS organic, Fairtrade factories
If you didn’t guess from the name, all Organic Zoo clothing is certified organic so you can be certain that your baby has the safest material against their delicate skin. Organic Zoo are an ethical woman-owned business based in Brighton.
Buy organic sleepsuits from Organic Zoo (0-1 year)
5. Finn and Emma
Location: USA
Shipping: International
Sizes: 0-4 years
Fabric: Organic, Fairtrade cotton
Made in: India
Certifications: GOTS organic, Fairtrade factories
Finn and Emma pyjamas are made from 100% organic cotton with no toxic dyes or harmful pesticides. Its style is a mixture of cute slogans and boho designs.
6. Polarn O Pyret
Location: UK
Shipping: International
Sizes: 0-12 years (sizes are on the large side)
Fabric: Organic, Fairtrade cotton
Made in: India, Turkey, Bangladesh, China
Certifications: GOTS organic
If you’re into high-quality Scandi brands then Polarn O Pyret is just what you’re looking for. I have found it sizes up a bit large, but you can fold the cuffs on sleepsuits to get lots more wear out of it. PO.P is a Swedish brand known for delightful nature and animal-inspired patterns, along with minimalist stripes.
Buy organic children’s pyjamas at PO.P
Discount code: 10% off pyjamas with PYJAMAPOP10 (expires 30th Sept 22)
7. Liewood
Location: EU
Shipping: International
Sizes: 0-2 years
Fabric: Organic, Fairtrade cotton
Made in: India, Turkey, Bangladesh, China
Certifications: GOTS organic
Danish brand Liewood creates ethical modern products with nordic designs. Liewood’s long sleeved pyjama onesie is a night time necessity. Made from a super soft stretch-rib organic cotton it has plenty of give for even the wriggliest of sleepers.
8. Toby Tiger
Location: UK
Shipping: International
Sizes: 0-6 years (I would recommend sizing down for slim children as Toby Tiger sizes are large)
Fabric: Organic cotton
Made in: India
Certifications: GOTS organic, Soil Association organic
Toby Tiger have been making brightly coloured eco-friendly pyjamas (and other clothing) for 24 years. They are a family business with a store in Brighton and use a fairly-paid, family-run factory in India to make their clothes.
9. Viverano
Location: USA
Shipping: USA
Sizes: 0-3
Fabric: organic cotton
Made in: India
Certifications: GOTS organic, Fairtrade
Viverano organic clothing is made by artisans in India who are paid fair wages. The organic cotton is grown by GOTS certified smallholder farms which improves the lives of the community. Viverano pajamas are stocked by Our Green House; if you click the “origins” tab on its produce pages you can learn about who made the product.
Buy dinosaur pajamas 0-3 months
Buy elephant pajamas 0-3 months
Buy blue romper 0-3 months
10. Frugi
Location: UK
Shipping: International
Sizes: 0-10 years
Fabric: Organic cotton
Made in: India
Certifications: GOTS organic
Frugi is the UK’s leading ethical and organic clothing brand, well known for its fun prints and rainbow stripes. Up to 2 years, Frugi trousers are cut for cloth nappies, so there is extra room for a bulky nappy.
11. Pure Baby
Location: Australia
Shipping: International
Sizes: 0-2 years
Fabric: Organic cotton
Made in: India and China
Certifications: GOTS organic
PureBaby is a women-owned Australian company that has been making organic clothing for children since 2002. It was founded by a mother who wanted natural baby clothes without having to compromise on social responsibility.
12. Little Star Organic
Location: USA
Shipping: International
Sizes: 0-5 years
Fabric: Organic cotton
Made in: India
Certifications: GOTS organic, Oeko-Tex
Little Star Organics is an affordable clothing range made from pure organic cotton and tested for harmful chemicals. Available at Walmart, you can use the filters to find the perfect size eco friendly pajamas for your little ones.
13. Kidly Label
Location: UK
Shipping: UK only
Sizes: 3 months - 6 years
Fabric: Organic cotton
Made in: India
Certifications: GOTS organic, Oeko-Tex
Kidly sells a range of own brand sleepsuits and two piece pyjamas made from organic cotton and coloured using Oeko-Tex certified dyes. The ethically-made pyjamas come in minimalist block colours or cute patterns.
14. Piccalilly
Location: UK
Sizes: 0-10 years
Fabric: Organic cotton
Made in: India
Certifications: GOTS organic, Fairtrade
Piccalilly have fun designs and great ethics. Its organic clothing is made from Chetna cotton, a Fairtrade project that empowers small farmers. Workers receive free lunch, healthcare and money towards education. Piccalilly sizes are a bit large, but the quality is excellent.
15. Turtledove London
Location: UK
Sizes: 0-8 years
Fabric: Organic cotton
Products made in: Portugal, India, Sri Lanka and China.
Certifications: GOTS organic
Turtledove London is a unisex brand; its ethical clothing that can be worn all year round. Each collection highlights one colour to compliment monochrome aesthetics and make it easy to match other clothes. They also offer adult sizes in matching patterns.
Are your kids feeling sleepy yet?
Don’t forget to shop responsibly and only buy what you need. Organic kids pyjamas also make a great ethical Christmas gift.
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What’s your child’s favourite sleepwear on the list?