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Amazon Essentials men’s cotton pajama shorts are a relaxed-fit sleep and lounge option with a lightweight cotton jersey construction. An elastic waistband with an adjustable drawcord, button fly and side pockets adds everyday convenience, while the stated inseam applies to US size M.
At a glance
- Relaxed cut through the hip, thigh and leg, sitting below the waist.
- Lightweight 100% cotton jersey is specified for sleeping or lounging.
- Elasticated waistband includes an adjustable drawcord, with a button fly and side pockets.
- The stated 7-inch inseam is for US size M, not a universal inseam across sizes.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The drawcord allows waist adjustment, and side pockets provide space for small essentials.
- The relaxed fit and lightweight cotton jersey suit buyers seeking shorts for both lounging and sleep.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Brand | AMAZON ESSENTIALS |
|---|---|
| Model | AEM20156SS22 |
| Fit | Our most generous shorts fit, relaxed through the hip, thigh, and leg. Sits below the waist. |
|---|---|
| Inseam | 7" on US size M. |
| Waistband | Elasticated waistband with an adjustable drawcord |
|---|---|
| Fly | Button fly closure |
| Pockets | Side pockets |
| Textile certification | Certified STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX, which requires textiles-based products to be tested against a list of 1,000+ chemicals, to limit those which may be harmful to human health |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The inseam is stated for US size M only, so inseam may differ by size. The listing calls the fit relaxed and its most generous cut, but provides no garment measurements or size chart in the supplied details.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Men looking for lightweight cotton sleep shorts that can also be worn for lounging.
- Buyers who prefer a roomier cut with an adjustable waistband and pockets.
Less suited to
- Buyers who need a stated inseam for a size other than US M or detailed garment measurements in the supplied listing.

Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
75% 75% - 4 stars
12% 12% - 3 stars
5% 5% - 2 stars
3% 3% - 1 star
5% 5%
Customer feedback highlights comfort, coziness, fit, material, sizing and weight, with some customers describing the waist as roomy. Colour opinions are mixed. The generally positive aggregate ratings provide a broad indication of customer sentiment, but do not resolve individual preferences for colour or fit. The roomy-fit comments may matter if you prefer a closer cut, while the listing itself describes the shorts as relaxed.
Positive themes
- Customers report comfort and coziness, and positive impressions of the material.
- Feedback describes the fit as working well, with a roomy waist, and notes satisfaction with sizing and weight.
- Customers also report positive value impressions and willingness to buy again.
Mixed feedback
- Customer opinions on colour differ.
Frequently asked questions
What material are these pajama shorts?
The listing specifies 100% cotton jersey and describes the fabric as lightweight.
What is the inseam length?
The listing states a 7-inch inseam for US size M. It does not specify inseams for other sizes in the supplied details.
Do these shorts have pockets and an adjustable waist?
Yes. The listed design includes side pockets and an elasticated waistband with an adjustable drawcord.

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