Why You Sleep Better in Natural Fibers: A Guide to Clean Sleepwear

The Fabric of a Better Night’s Sleep

What you wear to bed matters more than most people realize. Beyond the cut or color, the fabric itself influences how your skin breathes, how your body regulates temperature, and how deeply you rest. Synthetic fibers—like polyester or nylon—can trap heat and moisture against the skin, leaving you tossing and turning.
Natural fibers, on the other hand, work with your body, not against it. They allow your skin to breathe, wick away moisture naturally, and create that barely-there comfort that helps you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer.

What Are Natural Fibers?

Natural fibers are derived from plants or animals rather than produced synthetically. Common examples include cotton, silk, linen, bamboo, and TENCEL™ Modal, a luxurious fiber made from renewable wood sources.
Unlike petroleum-based fabrics, natural fibers are biodegradable, gentle on sensitive skin, and less likely to cause irritation or static.

Moon and Mare’s signature TENCEL Modal goes one step further — it’s produced in a closed-loop process, meaning 99% of the water and solvents used are recovered and reused. The result: a cleaner, softer, and more sustainable sleepwear experience.

Why Your Body Loves Natural Fabrics at Night

Temperature Regulation
Natural fibers adapt to your body temperature, keeping you cool when it’s warm and cozy when it’s cool.
TENCEL Modal is especially known for its breathability and moisture management—ideal for hot sleepers or hormonal temperature changes.

Skin Sensitivity
Synthetic fabrics can trap sweat and bacteria, leading to irritation. Natural fibers are hypoallergenic and soothing, making them perfect for sensitive or dry skin.

Sustainability & Breath of Mind
Sleep feels better when it’s guilt-free. Knowing your pajamas are made responsibly adds a quiet sense of peace at bedtime — the kind that extends beyond comfort and into conscious living.

The Clean Sleepwear Checklist

When choosing your next pair of pajamas, look for:

✅ Plant-based or biodegradable fibers (TENCEL Modal, bamboo, or cotton)

✅ OEKO-TEX® or sustainable certifications

✅ Minimal or non-toxic dyes

✅ Durable softness that lasts wash after wash

Moon and Mare’s collection was designed with this exact philosophy — merging clean materials with timeless design so you can sleep beautifully, inside and out.

The Future of Sleepwear

The shift toward “clean sleepwear” mirrors the wellness movement we see in skincare and nutrition — a growing awareness that what touches your body matters.
Luxury today is not excess; it’s intentional comfort, sustainable quality, and rest that feels restorative.

When you choose natural fibers, you’re not just investing in better sleep — you’re supporting a softer, cleaner future for yourself and the planet.

🌙 Rest in Natural Luxury

Our signature TENCEL Modal pajama sets are crafted for deeper rest and conscious comfort — buttery-soft, breathable, and endlessly wearable.