German Army Sleep Shirt

German Army Sleep Shirt

This is the sleep shirt issued by the German Army, the pajama top soldiers were given for barracks and quarters. It is a plain light blue cotton shirt with long sleeves and a simple button front, cut loose for sleeping and lounging. Surplus collectors and reenactors want it because it is genuine German issue, and anyone after a soft cotton shirt for evenings at home can wear it the same way.

Features

• Cotton Fabric — The shirt is made from cotton, which breathes and feels soft against the skin overnight.
• Light Blue Color — The solid mid-tone blue is the plain, unpatterned shade of the issued sleepwear.
• Five-Button Front — Five white buttons close the front from collar to hem, so the shirt goes on and off easily.
• Turn-Down Collar — A soft pointed collar folds over at the neck and stays comfortable when you lie down.
• Chest Patch Pocket — One open patch pocket, sewn onto the outside of the left chest, holds small items.
• Long Sleeves — Full-length sleeves with plain, unbuttoned cuffs give coverage on cool nights.
• Relaxed Cut — The straight body and squared hem hang loose, so the shirt does not bind while you sleep.
• Genuine Military Issue — This garment was made for and issued by the German Army, not produced for the fashion market.

Genuine German Issue

German military kit has a reputation for plain, sturdy construction, and the sleepwear follows the same approach: cotton cloth, a simple cut and no decoration. Because this shirt was produced for the army rather than for retail, it is a good fit for collectors building out a complete set of German issue clothing and for reenactors who want correct barracks wear. It also works as an everyday cotton overshirt or lounge top.