These ultra-soft pajamas are pricey at $129 a pair, but they're worth the splurge if an extreme level of comfort is what you're after

• Bedding brand Crane & Canopy makes a truly excellent pajama set that costs $129 a pair. They're pricey, but if you're able to swing it, we think they're worth the splurge.
• The rayon-Spandex material is incredibly soft and stretchy, and the design makes you feel pulled-together even when you've been in pajamas for three days straight.

Given that most of the country is in the midst of a stay-at-home order, it's not really a stretch to surmise that we may be in the midst of the golden age of loungewear. Just as the Spanish flu gave way to the creation of the house dress, 2020 may one day be considered the rise of the all-day-pajama.

These musings set me off on a path to find the ideal pajama set, which led me straight to Crane & Canopy's Layla pajama set.

The requirements were fairly simple: The pajamas must be comfortable and cozy while still being aesthetically pleasing enough to lounge around in from day to night to day to night, etc., in perpetuity.

The Layla two-piece set features classic contrast piping with a sweet collar that adds to the timeless feel of the design. It's available in three neutral, classic shades: light grey, navy, and black, with sizing from XS to XL (which equates to sizes 0 to 16). You can scoop up the set for $129 a pair and personalize it with the addition of a monogram for $10 more.

Fit and feel

Right off the bat, you'll notice that these pajamas are exceptionally soft, lending them an air of true luxury. Despite the stretchy fabric, they retain their shape even when worn for multiple days and nights at a time and after being washed and dried. The cut of the fabric is especially flattering and elongating, with just the right amount of roominess for maximum comfort.

The classic style of the pajamas means you feel put together while wearing them, making the set ideal for an all-day-pajama situation. The nipped, thin elastic waistband and smooth fabric don't look dowdy, so you can feel confident in knowing you still look chic — and maybe even a little sexy – in a "Downton Abbey's Lady Mary" (the later years) kind of way.

Making the case for splurging on pajamas

It's easy to balk at the thought of spending over $100 on a pair of pajamas, but if ever there were a time to be investing in high-quality loungewear, this is it. Not only does it help with one's self-esteem to be wearing something a bit more elevated than boxer shorts and a ratty T-shirt, but the combination of the softness, high comfort factor, and practicality of this set makes it worth the splurge. It feels like wearing a cloud.

The set would also make a fantastic gift during this time, especially with the addition of the monogram. If there's one thing we know for sure it's that everyone is spending a lot of time in their homes right now, ensuring that a new pajama set will certainly never be remiss no matter what one's personal aesthetic may be.

Cons to Consider

If you stand under 5'3 then you may find, as we did, that the pajamas are simply too long. I tried an XS and still found that there was significant drag in the pajama legs, and because of the piping and the stretchy fabric, it's not really possible to roll the bottoms up. As a result of the piping along the ankles, getting the pant legs hemmed would be a much more complicated endeavor than a quick and cheap visit to the tailor or a DIY solution. It's a frustrating annoyance in an otherwise spectacular pair of pajamas, especially given the fact that they aren't cheap. Perhaps petite sizing would be a good idea for the brand to consider.

The bottom line

Pant length notwithstanding, these pajamas are worth every penny. The set would definitely benefit from a petite option, though it's worth noting that the sleeves, shoulders, and waist fit perfectly. Anything of value that is worth its salt is a warranted splurge in our books, and the Layla pajama set fits the bill. The softness factor can't be overstated; it really is a dream. In our experience, pajamas of this quality usually retail for far more.

Thanks to the fantastic fit, feel, and aesthetic, these pajamas are a triple threat that you'll be able to enjoy for years to come, even when the day finally arrives for us to cease flouncing around in sleepwear 24/7.