Would you try hot-flash fashion?

New fabrics and technology can help keep you comfortable in bed — or out on the town.

March 16, 2015

Up to 80 percent of women experience hot flashes at some point in their lives, usually due to pregnancy, thyroid issues, cancer treatments or menopause. (

A 2014 study from the University of Pennsylvania discovered that more than a third of women continue to have hot flashes up to 10 years after menopause.) Fortunately, there is relief, and it comes in the form of stylish sleepwear and accessories.

Hot flash fashion

The Calgary-based Lusomé line, which includes everything from sexy nighties to comfy rompers and PJs, is made from a luxuriously soft moisture-wicking fabric that absorbs sweat from your skin and quickly evaporates it.

Nightgown, $88, Lusomé.

Photo, Erik Putz.

Sweat-wicking nightgown

This Toronto-based company was built on the idea of clothes for menopausal women, but its range of sweat-wicking has expanded to lingerie, fitness gear, sleep shirts, and pillow cases.

Long Sleeve Fitted Shirt, $50, Hot Cool Wear.

Long-sleeved comfort

The purely Canadian nightwear line (you can't order outside of Canada!), based out of Port Coquitlam, B.C., uses lightweight fabric that absorbs and dries fast. Everything comes in six colours and a range of sizes.

Summer nightgown, $60, Cool Femme.

Cool Femme nightgown

This popular brand from the U.S. has sweat-wicking sleepwear for both men and women. There's also sweat-wicking for nursing women and cooling bedding, including pillow covers.

Cami top with built-in shelf bra, $36, Cool Jams.