The Dictator | How to rock the pyjamas trend? Ask The Dictator

Sleep Deprived, Discovery Bay

No. Sorry. Many would disagree with me. I think Hong Kong is just too familiar with the look, given it was not too long ago that older folks thought nothing of popping down to the shops or for a stroll in their PJs. You might even elicit a complaint akin to the principal in Britain who asked parents to get dressed and brush their hair before dropping off their kids at school. (In that case, it really was laziness, not high fashion.) To be taken seriously, you would have to be a statuesque beauty. In Paris. During fashion week. Instead of head-to-toe, I suggest splitting the pair. Try a pyjama-style shirt with jeans or classic trousers. Or wear the PJ bottoms with an elegant shirt and heels. Ensure everything is ironed and pristine. Dress up, not down. Valentino's resort 2016 collection features a printed silk crepe de chine loose-fitting blouse (HK$13,700) and fluid trousers (HK$15,300). We are also quite taken with Helen Lee's silk pyjama bottoms in bright blue with classic white piping and cropped hems (HK$5,100; Lane Crawford). They'd look great with a plain white tee and fabulous shoes. Skip the flip-flops. On the high street, Topshop's "formal jogger" elasticated-waist trousers (HK$439) and pyjama-style blouse (HK$559) are worth checking out.