“After a tiring day at work – sitting through endless meetings, a drab lunch followed by over-sweetened chai and finally travelling all the way back home *whew*, all I look forward to, is catching the latest episode of some silly trending series and slipping into my oversized T-shirt for a comfortable evening in the solace of my apartment.”

I grew so accustomed to this sloth-like pattern, that when a college friend I’d been hosting for a couple of days, humorously asked me why I’m wearing my boyfriend’s torn tee to sleep, I could only imitate a goldfish… It was at that exact moment that the need for a “proper nighty” dawned on me.

Try as I might, I couldn’t help checking out nightwear options that very instant. *thank you internet*

I began surfing the net for ladies nightwear, and unfortunately found the kind you would see an obese aunty checking out at discount stalls inside a street – all bright and plastic-y. Disheartened, I decided to shut my system down before remembering a conversation at work about Zivame’s nightwear collection. I went about searching for night wear options and uncovered an army of pastel-coloured, animal printed, floral and lacy styles. The moment I lay my eyes on these beauties, I knew I’d need to prepare a list of the nightwear styles every girl needs.

#1 -The After Hours Combo
A butter-soft set of shorts and cami for that inevitable ‘office ke baad’ phase where all you want is a bowl of ice-cream and the TV remote! (I got mine in peach with a hint of lace).

#2 – The “Made-For-Him” Nightdress
A dream-like lightweight and short style that highlights your playful side but also assures all-night comfort so you can snuggle up to “read a book” together! *Shhh*

#3 – The Best-Friend Wali Jodi
I made sure my bestie ordered the same design as I did, albeit in a different colour – and this one is a definite must-have! A onesie in fabric that almost melts in your hands and such cute styles that you can keep clicking selfies with your BFF during “girls’ night in”.

#4 The Lazy Weekend Nightwear
One super-comfy nightwear set that you won’t feel like taking off – I opted for a cosy top and pyjama combo. This one’s for the whole weekend, when all that’s on your mind is the end of that book you’d started last Sunday!

#5 The “Bond-Girl” Nightwear
A classic and sexy silhouette to set the temperature soaring. Every girl needs at least one sensuous lace style for a super-hot and sleek look. I’m NOT telling you which one I got! *wink*