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Holiday Gifts for 2012: Serenecomfort Employee Picks

It’s the time for gift giving once more and to avoid the hustle and bustle of the December crowd, more and more people are turning to online shopping. But what exactly do you buy for your loved ones? How about something warm and cozy that they can enjoy year after year?

Cozy, warm, beautiful and, most of all, practical sleepwear and clothing has been filling the Serene Comfort warehouses for the past two months. Our staff has been eyeing our new winter lines and doing their own holiday shopping. As shoppers themselves, they’ve happily decided to share their picks with you and hope you can spread some joy as well!

1. Terry has been raving about the Stan Herman bed jacket that she has bought for an aunt. Not only Terry, but her cousins and mother have also found themselves falling in love with these warm delights in both the Antique Rose pink and Seafoam green. These make a perfect gift to those who find the traditional robes too bulky – bed jackets are the perfect amount of coverage whether you’re lying in bed or having your morning coffee. Terry has also already snagged a pair of her favorite Lanz of Salzburg cotton flannel pajamas as a holiday gift to herself as well!

2. Mari has already purchased three sets of Microfleece pajamas from Karen Neuburger for herself and for her loved ones the same day they made their debut on the site! But who could blame her with their cute prints and cuddly soft feel? These make wonderful gifts for anyone – our staff has purchased these for their teenage daughters to their mothers. If you want one, you better hurry because they are flying out the door!

3. Katie is a fan of our brand new line of shrugs. With the various colors we offer, these shrugs are perfect to add a little flare to a plain dress or to extend the wearing season for those sleeveless dresses. With their light and easy to wear comfort, these shrugs give you just the right amount of coverage so you aren’t too hot or too cold. Let’s face it, not all of us are fond of our arms either. This adds a stylish cover that will leave you feeling confident in the way you look. As a gift for others, this is an easy stocking stuffer or an addition to a dress.

4. Kathy has been waiting for our winter lines to start her holiday shopping with flannel nightgowns – liking the soft dreamy feel of both the Eileen West and the Lanz flannels. These are a favorite of our customers and our staff during these cold months. In various colors, including many popular holiday prints, these cotton flannel nightgowns are as stylish and flattering as they are warm and cozy. There’s nothing more relaxing after a hard day’s work surviving the cold winter day then cuddling up in your warm flannel gown.

5. Cheryl has bought herself (as a gift from her husband which seems the most foolproof way for a happy wife) a beautiful heather brocade sleepshirt in a rich dark lavender. For her, sleepshirts are perfect with their short length for an ease of movement and still keep her warm. So if you are a lover of short gowns and boyfriend sleepshirts, we have plenty of different kinds of nightshirts for you – both short sleeve and long sleeve! With their flowing fit, these make for an easy holiday gift without worrying over the size.

6. Debbie has found herself falling in love with the new Crystal Palace Jess & Jane tunic top. As one of the newest trends in casual style with their intricate and beautiful patterns and unique hemline, tunics have become very popular with jeans, slacks, leggings, or however you’d like to wear them. Many tunics are versatile enough to be worn as a cover up! Two styles for the price of one! With over extensive collection of tunics, we are sure to have a favorite for every woman on your holiday shopping list!

7. Nicole recommends the peignoir sets and robe/gown sets. In particular, she has her eyes on the white Shadowline Silhouette ivory set as a bridal gift for her soon-to-be sister-in-law. With its gorgeous off white color and stunning stretch lace bodice, this set makes the perfect wedding present for a bride.

8. For Cathy, she finds the extensive nightgown selection to be her favorite. In particular, the Woodland Floral Vine printed nightgowns by Eileen West has become a favorite of hers on her holiday list. Made of a “Dreamtime Jersey” 100% cotton knit, this gown has a heavenly soft feel. Eileen West is a brand that our staff trusts to provide quality comfort and uncompromising attention to details. Hurry though, this nightgown is a hot item and it’s going fast!

9. Jen’s pick is the stunning Wind Song Caftan by Santé in a silky smooth satin charmeuse. With its unique contrast of colors and simple embellishment of beading along the neckline, this caftan is perfect for lounging in, whether it’s at home or by the pool. Because it is one size fits most, gifting this caftan to another is made easy without having to fuss over getting the correct size and with a price under $30, it fits any budget!

10. The luxuriously soft to the touch Tencel Dress by Tianello is a favorite of Kris. With its simplistic style and calming blue hue, you can wear this dress in many different ways – with boots, heels, shrugs, jackets, however you want! You’ll always be comfortable with this tencel material and still look fashionable. Comfort and style, what more can you ask for?

We have many more styles and colors, so if you see something you like, check out our entire selection at Serenecomfort.com! Order now before it’s too late!

Taking a Bite Out of the Big Apple

We just came back from our big buying trip in New York City… racing between trade shows and showrooms.  We saw a lot of great new styles for both sleepwear and our new expanded casual clothing departments.  Although the days are getting longer and warmer we had to switch back to thoughts of cold weather since most of the products we saw were for next Fall and Winter.

But don’t worry, you won’t have to wait until then to see new items in our store.  We have great new products being set up every day to help you get ready for Spring and Summer… which, by the time March storms in, is what we are all looking forward to.  Although we may still need the flannel for a while longer, we women of Serene Comfort (and our models) have been drooling over our new  Sun Dress and Beach Cover Up collections… just add balmy days and lemonade for a serene break from hectic lifestyles.

The photo that is posted with this article is of Times Square, February 2012.  Because school vacation week coincided with the trade shows, our daughter, Serena, joined us for this trip so we switched from our usual favorite business hotel – the Affinia 50 (if you ever need a great hotel in NYC, we highly recommend the Affinia 50 or Dumont – you can get a 2 room suite for the price of a hotel room with all the amenities of home) to the Doubletree in Times Square.  Although New Yorkers say that Times Square is just too touristy, there is nothing like it for pure awe-inspiring adrenaline and fun!  If you haven’t been there in a while (or ever), it’s worth a trip if you get an opportunity. 

Although we stayed in Times Sq. two years ago, it has since exploded with the latest technological advances.  It feels like you are standing in the middle of a wild 3D surround sound movie.  Every high tech billboard is trying to outdo all the others by presenting their products in fast paced short movie format.  They have even recently added flashing bleachers that you can climb up on (did you see them on Glee?) to get a better view and take it all in.  Add in fantastic Broadway-wanna-be singers at Ellen’s Stardust, half price theatre tickets, a kaleidoscope of yummy colors at the m&m store, break-dancers and musicians entertaining in the streets… and 15 minutes here and there in Times Square can turn a hard-working buying trip into fun vacation spirit!

Breaking the Myth - Sleepwear for the Older

For years, I have gone to bed in the same usual sleepwear – a tank and shorts or sweatpants. It could be that I don’t really bother with looking nice for bed to impress a man I’m already married to (which doesn’t make me old, I’m only 23) or that I went through a phase of desperately needing workout clothes (which ironically all I do in the clothes is sleep). So needless to say, I wasn’t one much for elegant nightgowns and satin pajamas.

Then I started working for Serene Comfort. When I was interviewed for the part, all I could think about was “great, I’m surrounded by clothes my mom would wear…” No offense to her, but some of the clothes she wears can be a bit “stodgy”. But I thought, I certainly have done worse jobs including bunny suits and cramped half-cubicles... so what, if I can't really relate to the sleepwear? 

On my first day of work, I ended up having to scan through hundreds of photos of the women modeling the clothes. To my surprise, I found many of the sleepwear to be absolutely gorgeous – some things that my mom might not even touch. From sultry to adorable, nightgowns to pajamas, I was slowly wondering if I should expand my nighttime wardrobe.

These were the kind of sleepwear that I would admire in the department stores and rub against my cheek and awe over how soft or silky it felt. Then I would look at the price tag and realize my cheek was the only part of me that was going to enjoy it. I could never convince myself that at those prices, it was worth to take home with me. And like I stated before, I was a tank and shorts woman.

But Serenecomfort.com offers the same quality sleepwear for a fraction of the price! And if you saw how they cared for each item, ensuring that they reach their customers in perfect condition, you wouldn’t hesitate for a second. As much as I loved the selection, however, I’m still not much of a nightgown person, so my selection was limited to the pajamas. “Limited”, though, might be the wrong word to use. Serenecomfort.com has some beautiful Eileen West pajamas, vibrantly colored Shadowline pajamas and satiny Miss Elaine ones! And if you’re like me and nightgowns aren’t quite your “thing”, well, maybe for special occasions, you should slip into a Shadowline Silhouette or Petals nightgown because the feel and look are absolutely heavenly.

But if nightwear isn’t your targeted shopping area, there are always the shirts, pants, caftans, cover-ups and tunics. Before Serene Comfort, I didn’t even know the word ‘tunic’ existed, let alone what a tunic was. But wow, did I want all of those in my closet! The different shapely hemlines and the fun yet elegant designs – I was a kid with three gift cards in a toy store.

That should be our new motto: Serenecomfort.com – like being a kid with three gift cards in a toy store. Too long?

Give the Gift of Comfort

Holidays are coming up and after so many years, there are only so many things you can get your loved ones. Whether you’ve created a full collection of porcelain dolls for your mother or an entire room full of stuffed bears for your sister, buying the same old thing leaves no room for that special surprise of opening a gift.

So why not spruce up the holidays for someone and give them the gift of everyday comfort? Give your loved ones the satisfaction of a better night’s sleep and the feeling of being refreshed and reenergized in the morning. I’m not talking about an imported overpriced pillow or an overly soft mattress, but a simpler yet stylish gift – quality women's sleepwear that feels so good that it relaxes the body and mind!

Serenecomfort.com can satisfy anyone’s taste - from our gorgeous Eileen West nightgown and robe sets to our soft cozy brushed back satin Carole Hochman pajamas. Serene Comfort also offers incredibly soft Acorn Spa Slippers and a large assortment of robes for extra warmth to add to the overall comfort gift.

So why should only your loved ones get such wonderful gifts - why not spoil yourself this holiday season? When your child is bouncing off the walls to open his Christmas gifts, you can get out of bed and still look stunning for those early morning Christmas photos. Or start dropping those hints – whisper “Serenecomfort.com nightgowns” in your husband’s ears while he sleeps, leave printouts of your favorite pajamas around the house and office or update your status on your favorite social media site about how your dog ate your old set of robe and matching slippers. Or you could just make a wishlist at Serene Comfort and post it on the fridge!

Still haven’t convinced you that sleepwear is the way to go this holiday season? Don’t worry, Serene Comfort also offers a wide variety of tunics, caftans, shirts and cover-ups. To get their minds off of the cold winter weather, take your friends’ thoughts to the beach with our beautiful cover-ups. Or let them get away in our exotic and wild printed tunics and brightly colored caftans. These make perfect gifts for those who are planning on traveling to warmer climes during the winter season, so there’s no wait to wear!

Serenecomfort.com clothing makes a great present for mom, presents for friends, and are always great birthday gift ideas. So whether you want to give a gift for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Winter Solstice, Birthdays or just to celebrate that you made it another year, give the gift that will keep on giving night after night (and day after day)! And just in time, we have put together an attractive assortment of Cyber Specials so you can do your gift shopping and treat yourself too!

Modal Nightgowns

Have you ever tried the dreamy knit drape of a modal nightgown? What is modal fabric anyway?  Modal is a super soft, light, silky fabric that is made of 100% cellulose, extracted from the beech wood tree.  It is about 50% water-absorbent per unit of volume than cotton.  Modal is considered to be a type of rayon.  Modal is soft, smooth and breathes well.  Its texture is similar to that of cotton or silk.  It is cool to the touch.  Like cotton, modal dyes easily and becomes color-fast after submersion in warm water. 

Unlike cotton, modal doesn’t shrink.  It’s easy to care for.  Washing it multiple times will not cause it to fade or form pills.  Modal drapes well and keeps its shape, even when wet.  Modal was first developed by the Austria Lenzing company, who trademarked the fabric’s name, but now many manufacturers make their own versions.   Wouldn’t this fabric be lovely if it was offered in a nightgown?  We thought so too!  On our quest to find the most comfortable and soft nightgowns, Serene Comfort offers modal nightgowns.

Modal gowns have softness, a good drape and are said to breath even better than cotton. Modal nightgowns won’t trap perspiration and odors so you’ll never feel sweaty or sticky.  Our modal sleepwear collection will float over your figure.  It’s not at all clingy or confining.  And it feels great on your skin because it’s so silky.   No matter what size you are, you’ll feel luxuriously sensual, yet comfortable wearing modal.  SereneComfort has many styles and colors to choose from in sizes from XS – 4X.  Eileen West is our designer of choice in modal nightgowns.  Eileen West Nightgowns are light and dreamy-soft.  Eileen West nightgowns have beautiful floral lace trim in delightful colors and patterns.  Take a look and fall in love with our flattering modal line of nightgowns.

You’ll enjoy night-after-night of easy comfort with modal nightgowns from SereneComfort. 

Eileen West Sleepwear

What is Eileen West Sleepwear and why is Eileen West considered one of the most popular women's sleepwear brands? Eileen West is a featured sleepwear brand at SereneComfort because of the excellent quality, style, fabrics, and best of all - comfort.  We carry a full line of Eileen West nightgowns, peignoir sets, pajamas and robes in sizes S, M, L, XL, 1X, 2X and 3X.  Whether you’re shopping for a light and breezy free-flowing nightgown or something warmer for those cold nights, our line of Eileen West gowns, pajamas and robes are exactly what you’ve been looking for.    

Eileen West is a California-based designer, with over 30 years of experience, designing luxurious yet comfortable sleepwear. She creates hundreds of original prints each year which are translated into the gorgeous feminine (and romantic) Eileen West sleepwear designs that our customers cherish. The sleepwear is designed from wonderfully comfortable fabrics in many beautiful and flattering styles.  Eileen West creates women's sleepwear that is much sought after.  The designer is best known for the use of comfortable and lightweight fine cotton lawn fabrics, exquisite feminine lace details, and flawless craftsmanship.  Popular nightgowns by Eileen West come in solid white, soft pastels and gorgeous prints reminiscent of a hand-painted Impressionist painting.  They’ll take you back in time when life was simpler and comfort was a must.  As the sleepwear line has evolved, Eileen West has expanded the fabrics and styles to appeal to the different tastes in women's sleepwear.  Whether you’re looking to buy flannel, cotton lawn, or cotton jersey knit sleepwear look no further than SereneComfort for all your Eileen West needs.