What to Wear to a Sleepover Party (Cute and Comfy)
What to wear to a sleepover party comes down to two outfits: a cute, easy arrival look (think sweatpants or jeans with a baby tee or cropped hoodie) and a pajama set you'd be happy to be seen, and photographed, in. Bring comfy socks and a hoodie for the 2 a.m. snack run. If there's a theme or matching pajamas, that's your main event.
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What to wear to arrive
Your arrival outfit gets seen for maybe an hour before everyone changes, but it's also the "we're here" pic. Keep it comfy and easy to change out of.
Easy arrival outfits
- Gray sweatpants + baby tee + zip-up hoodie. The official sleepover uniform. For more ways to wear one, see our zip up hoodie outfits guide.
- Straight jeans + cropped sweater + sneakers. If you're going for food or a movie first.
- Matching sweatsuit. Instantly looks put together, zero effort.
- Leggings + oversized tee + Uggs or slides. Very "I'm here to relax."
Birthday sleepover outfit
If it's someone's birthday sleepover, go a bit cuter on arrival: a little mini skirt with a knit, or jeans with a sparkly top. Pictures happen before pajamas, so this is the fit that ends up in the group chat.
Cute pajama ideas
Here's where sleepover outfit ideas get fun. Pajama party outfits are basically loungewear with a personality.
| Pajama style | Vibe | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Button-up satin set | Old Hollywood, a bit fancy | Pics, birthday sleepovers |
| Flannel pants + tee | Cozy, classic | Movie nights, winter |
| Shorts set | Cute, cool | Summer, warm houses |
| Oversized tee + boxers | Easy, relaxed | Last-minute plans |
| Onesie | Silly, fun | Themed nights |
Cute pajamas for sleepover (without buying new)
- Pair pajama pants you already own with a fitted baby tee. Instantly cuter.
- Wear your dad's or brother's old band tee as a sleep shirt.
- Add fluffy socks or slippers and a claw clip. The details do the heavy lifting.
- Clean and not see-through matters more than brand-new.
Remember, you might be seen by a parent or sibling at breakfast, so pick something you're comfortable walking to the kitchen in.
Matching sleepover sets
Matching pajamas are a whole sleepover tradition, and the pics always go hard.
Ways to match without everyone buying the same set
- Match the color, not the set. Everyone wears pink, or everyone wears plaid.
- Match the item. Everyone brings white tees and fabric markers, then decorates each other's.
- Match the socks. Buy a multipack of silly socks and split them.
- Coordinate the vibe. Satin for everyone, or flannel for everyone.
Matching pajamas for best friends
If you and your bestie want the real thing, pick a pattern you'd both actually wear again, like checks or stripes. Then do a mirror pic, a jumping pic and a candid on the couch.
Themed sleepover outfits
Themed nights make a regular hang feel like an event.
- Y2K sleepover: velour tracksuit, butterfly clips, flip phone energy.
- Pink night: everyone in any shade of pink.
- Movie night: dress as a character from the movie you're watching, pajama edition.
- Eras sleepover: everyone picks a Taylor era or a music era. Our eras party outfit ideas guide has closet-first looks.
- Spa night: robes, headbands, face masks (and a lot of photos).
Themes are great for group chats that can never decide what to do. Pick one, send it, done.
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What to bring (sleepover packing list)
Here's what to bring to a sleepover for 13 year olds, 14s, 15s and 16s. Pack it the night before so you don't forget your toothbrush (again).
Sleepover essentials
- Pajamas
- Tomorrow's outfit (people forget this one)
- Underwear and socks
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Hairbrush, hair ties, a scrunchie
- Face wash and moisturizer
- Deodorant
- Phone charger (you'll need a long cable, trust)
- Pillow and a blanket or sleeping bag if the host asked
- Any medicine you normally take
Fun extras
- Snacks to share
- A face mask or nail polish
- A card game or a movie list
- A portable speaker if the host's parents are cool with it
Before you go
- Check with the host what time drop-off and pickup are.
- Make sure your parent has the host's parent's number.
- Tell the host about any allergies before snack shopping.
Sleepover outfits by season
- Summer: shorts set, tank, slides. Bring a light hoodie because someone always blasts the AC.
- Winter: flannel pants, thermal long sleeve, fluffy socks, and a big hoodie for the morning.
- Garden or backyard campout: leggings, a hoodie, thick socks and old sneakers for the walk to the tent.
The morning-after outfit
People forget this, then do the walk home in pajamas. Pack something easy: the same jeans you arrived in plus a fresh tee, or a matching sweatsuit. Throw your hair in a claw clip, and you're breakfast-ready in two minutes.
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FAQ
What should I wear to a sleepover as a teen?
Arrive in something comfy but cute, like sweatpants with a baby tee or jeans with a cropped hoodie. Then change into pajamas you're happy to be photographed in, plus fluffy socks.
What do you wear to a pajama party?
A pajama set that fits the theme, if there is one. Satin sets, flannel pants with a fitted tee or a cute shorts set all work. Add slippers and a claw clip.
What to bring to a sleepover for 13 year olds?
Pajamas, tomorrow's outfit, toothbrush, hairbrush, deodorant, a long phone charger, any medicine you take and some snacks to share. Ask the host whether you need a pillow or sleeping bag.
How do you do matching pajamas with friends?
You don't all need the same set. Match a color, a pattern or even just socks. Or bring plain white tees and decorate them together.
What are some themed sleepover outfit ideas?
Y2K, pink night, spa night, movie characters and eras are all easy themes. Pick one that people can do from their own closet.