Jinbei Pajamas 'Konryu'

The deep navy jinbei built for easy everyday comfort

If you only own one jinbei, a deep plain navy is the one that earns its keep. The konryu homewear set is exactly that — a rich, even navy with no trim, no pattern, nothing to date it or limit it. It's the dependable, change-into-it-every-evening option, and there's a quiet confidence in how little it tries to do.

Navy is the most forgiving colour in any wardrobe, and it suits the jinbei perfectly. The crinkled cotton gauze gives the deep blue a soft, textured surface that breathes in the heat and gains character with washing, while the solid tone keeps everything calm and grounded. It's dark enough to feel grown-up, soft enough to sleep in.

It's a matching two-piece: a wrap jacket that crosses and ties at the side with cords, plus relaxed trousers in the same breathable weave. The cord closure means nothing presses or pinches, so it's as comfortable for sleeping as it is for lounging through a warm evening.

This is the workhorse of your downtime — the set you reach for most to relax, read and sleep in. A solid navy never looks tired and never asks for thought; you just put it on at the end of the day and feel comfortable. That's the whole job, done well.

This is for the person who wants one reliable, do-everything jinbei in a deep, plain navy for relaxing and sleeping at home. These run small, so we recommend sizing up for a comfortable, roomy fit.

• Type: Jinbei set (Japanese summer homewear)
• Material: Crinkled cotton gauze — light, breathable and soft against the skin
• Colour: Deep navy
• Trim & detail: Plain, untrimmed
• Sleeves: Three-quarter sleeves
• Set: Two-piece set — wrap jacket and matching trousers
• Fit: Relaxed unisex fit, side-tie closure. Runs small — we recommend sizing up
• Best for: Relaxing, reading and sleeping at home