Flannel Pyjama Set Care: Keep DIM x Ines de la Fressange Soft
By DIM | Women，Men and Children | Published: 2026-11-01
Category: Tips & Care
Keep your striped flannel sleepwear soft and pill-free with a simple washing and drying routine built for the DIM x Ines de la Fressange set.
Quick answer
Wash your flannel pyjama set inside out in cold water on a gentle cycle, then air-dry it flat or on a low-heat tumble. This routine protects the soft, brushed surface and helps prevent pilling and shrinkage.
Why flannel needs a gentler routine
Flannel is a woven fabric that is brushed on one or both sides to create its soft hand feel. That brushing also makes the surface more prone to friction damage, which is why rough washing or high heat can lead to pilling and a rougher texture over time.
The DIM x Ines de la Fressange set uses a fluid, breathable flannel that is also insulating. To keep those qualities, treat it more like a delicate than a everyday cotton item.
Pilling: what causes it and how to slow it down
Pilling happens when short fibres work loose and tangle into small balls. Friction from other garments, zippers, and the drum of a machine are the main culprits. Washing the set alone or with smooth, similar-coloured items reduces abrasion.
If pills do appear, remove them with a fabric shaver or a fine-tooth comb rather than pulling them off, which can stretch the weave.
Drying decisions that protect the shape
High heat is the enemy of flannel: it can shrink the fibres and make the fabric feel stiff. Air-drying is safest, but if you use a dryer, choose the lowest heat setting and remove the set while it is still slightly damp to avoid overdrying.
Hanging the shirt on a padded hanger and folding the trousers flat helps the set keep its shape without stretching.
Step-by-step flannel pyjama care
- Turn the set inside out and empty pockets: Before washing, turn the shirt and trousers inside out and check that the side pockets are empty. Fasten any buttons to prevent snagging. Common mistake: leaving a tissue or receipt in a pocket, which can break down and cling to the flannel. A quick pocket check prevents lint and dye transfer.
- Wash cold on a gentle cycle: Use a mild detergent and select a cold-water gentle or delicate cycle. Wash the set alone or with similar smooth fabrics. Avoid fabric softener, which can coat the fibres and reduce breathability. Common mistake: using hot water, which can shrink flannel and set wrinkles. Cold water and mild detergent are the safest combination for brushed flannel.
- Skip the spin or use low spin: If your machine allows, choose a low spin speed or no spin. High-speed spinning creates friction that encourages pilling and can twist the fabric. Common mistake: assuming a normal spin is fine because the fabric feels sturdy. Less spinning means less wear on the brushed surface.
- Air-dry flat or on a low tumble: Lay the shirt and trousers flat on a drying rack away from direct heat. If using a dryer, select the lowest heat setting and remove the set while slightly damp. Common mistake: overdrying on high heat, which makes flannel stiff and can shrink it. Stop drying while the fabric is still a little damp to avoid overdrying.
- Store folded, not hung: Once fully dry, fold the set and store it in a drawer. Hanging the shirt for long periods can stretch the shoulders. Common mistake: hanging the trousers by the waistband, which can distort the elastic. Folding preserves the shape of both the shirt and the elastic waist.
Product facts
- Ensemble pyjama femme flanelle rayée brun et beige DIM x Ines de la Fressange: The set is made from a fluid, soft, breathable and insulating flannel. These qualities depend on the brushed surface, so gentle washing and low-heat drying help preserve them.
Ensemble pyjama femme flanelle rayée brun et beige DIM x Ines de la Fressange - Ensemble pyjama femme flanelle rayée brun et beige DIM x Ines de la Fressange: The trousers have a straight cut, side pockets and an elastic waist with logo. Turning the trousers inside out before washing protects the pockets and waistband from snagging.
