Byzantine Paisley: Luxury Women’s Nightwear at British Boxers

As the seasons turn and brighter days return, there’s no better time to refresh your nightwear wardrobe with pieces that feel as beautiful as they look. British Boxers is proud to unveil its latest collection: a timeless celebration of comfort, craftsmanship, and heritage design—introducing the Byzantine Paisley collection. This elegant new range features luxurious women’s pyjamas, women’s short pyjamas, women’s nightdresses, women’s nightshirts, and women’s dressing gowns, each crafted in soft cotton and adorned with a richly detailed paisley motif inspired by Byzantine history and artistry.

This season, nightwear becomes something more than functional—it becomes beautiful, bold, and steeped in story. With the Byzantine Paisley collection, you’re not just slipping into bed. You’re stepping into a narrative woven through centuries of textile tradition and artistic influence.

A History Woven in Thread: The Origins of Paisley

The paisley motif is one of the most iconic textile designs in the world. Its earliest origins can be traced to ancient Persia, where it was known as the boteh or buta—a teardrop-shaped symbol thought to represent life, fertility, and eternity. From Persia, the motif spread across the Silk Road and found popularity in the rich textiles of the Mughal Empire in India. Here, the paisley evolved and flourished in the form of luxurious shawls made from fine Kashmir wool.

By the 18th and 19th centuries, the motif had captured the imagination of Western Europe. In Scotland, the town of Paisley became synonymous with its production, giving the design its now-familiar name. The advent of Jacquard looms allowed for the complex design to be woven into cloth on a much larger scale, making it both fashionable and accessible. Over time, paisley became a favourite in both men’s and women’s tailoring, accessories, and of course, sleepwear.

Now, in the 21st century, British Boxers pays homage to this timeless motif with a fresh, artistic interpretation—Byzantine Paisley.

Introducing the Byzantine Paisley Design

The Byzantine Paisley print reimagines the traditional pattern through the lens of Byzantine art. It draws influence from ancient mosaic work, architectural detailing, and ornamental flourishes that defined the Byzantine aesthetic. This updated paisley is rich in tone and intricate in form, with scrolling patterns and layered symmetry that create a visual tapestry across each garment.

The design itself speaks to a certain timelessness—elegant but not fussy, bold but not overwhelming. It feels equally at home in a grand historical setting as it does in the modern-day bedroom. The result is a nightwear collection that feels elevated, romantic, and beautifully British in spirit.