On Sunday 25 October 2026, the clocks go back an hour. Officially, it's the night we all "gain" an extra hour in bed. In reality, the weeks that follow can leave many of us feeling oddly out of sync: darker evenings arrive at 5pm, mornings feel heavier, and the central heating clicks on just as our bodies are trying to adjust.
At Siblé, we believe autumn is an invitation to slow down rather than push through. Here are seven gentle ways to help your sleep settle into the new season, and to make your evenings feel like something to look forward to.
1. Shift your bedtime gradually
Rather than letting one Sunday reset everything, ease in. In the four or five nights before 25 October, go to bed and wake up 10 to 15 minutes later than usual. By the time the clocks change, your body is already most of the way there, and that "jet-lagged" Monday feeling is far less likely.
2. Chase the morning light
Light is the strongest signal your body clock has. Once the clocks go back, mornings become brighter for a few weeks, so use them. Open the curtains as soon as you wake, take your coffee by the window, or walk part of your commute. Ten to twenty minutes of daylight early on helps you feel alert in the morning and naturally sleepy at night.
3. Keep your bedroom cool, even as the heating goes on
This is the one most of us get wrong in autumn. As temperatures drop, it's tempting to crank up the radiators and pile on heavy layers. But your body needs to cool down slightly to fall asleep, and a stuffy bedroom is one of the most common reasons for restless, sweaty nights in October and November.
Aim for a bedroom of around 16 to 18°C, the range often recommended by UK sleep experts. Turn the bedroom radiator down an hour before bed, and let your sleepwear do the work of keeping you comfortable.
4. Choose sleepwear that adapts with you
This is where fabric matters more than most people realise. Heavy fleece or synthetic pyjamas feel lovely when you first get into bed, but they trap heat and moisture. A few hours later you wake up too warm, kick off the duvet, then wake again feeling cold.
Bamboo pyjamas work differently. Bamboo fabric is naturally breathable and moisture-wicking, so it draws warmth and dampness away from your skin when you're too hot, and holds a gentle layer of warmth when the room cools in the early hours. It's why bamboo sleepwear suits both hot sleepers and those who feel the cold, and why it's ideal for the in-between temperatures of a British autumn.
Our sets are made from 95% bamboo with 5% spandex for a soft stretch, and they feel silky against the skin. Bamboo is also hypoallergenic, which is a quiet blessing when the heating dries out the air and sensitive skin starts to feel it. For deeper, cosier autumn tones, the Midnight Comfort and best-selling Teddy Dream pyjamas are made for long evenings in.
5. Create a "golden hour" before bed
Darker evenings are the perfect excuse for a wind-down ritual. Choose one hour before bed and make it deliberately slow:
- Dim the main lights and switch to lamps or candles
- Put your phone on charge outside the bedroom
- Change into your pyjamas early, as a signal to your body that the day is done
- Read, stretch, run a bath, or pour a caffeine-free tea
Changing into soft loungewear the moment you're home is a small act, but it's one of the simplest ways to mark the end of the working day. Our new Rose Reverie Maxi Soft Bamboo Robe was designed for exactly these evenings.
6. Eat earlier and lighter in the evening
Autumn comfort food is one of the season's great joys, but large, rich meals late at night can keep your body busy when it should be winding down. Try to finish dinner two to three hours before bed, and save the hot chocolate for earlier in the evening.
7. Be patient for a week
Most people's body clocks take several days to adjust to the time change. If you sleep a little lightly in the first week, don't worry. Keep your wake-up time consistent (even at weekends), keep chasing that morning light, and your sleep will settle.
Make autumn the season you slow down
The clocks going back doesn't have to mean dragging yourself through darker days. With a cooler bedroom, a gentle routine and sleepwear that breathes with you, the longest evenings of the year can become the most restful.
If you're looking for more ideas, read our guide on why bamboo pyjamas are the future of sleep, or find the perfect bamboo loungewear for every occasion.
And with the festive season not far away, a set of bamboo pyjamas makes a thoughtful gift for anyone who finds winter sleep difficult. Every order comes with complimentary gift packaging, bespoke monogramming is available, and UK delivery is free on orders over £100.
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Autumn sleep FAQs
When do the clocks go back in 2026?
The clocks go back one hour at 2am on Sunday 25 October 2026, when British Summer Time ends.
What are the best pyjamas for sleeping in autumn and winter?
Look for breathable, temperature-regulating fabrics such as bamboo. They keep you warm without trapping heat, so you're less likely to wake up too hot when the heating is on.
Are bamboo pyjamas warm enough for winter?
Yes. Bamboo fabric adapts to your body temperature, holding warmth when the room is cool and wicking moisture when you're warm, so it works year round.
How long does it take to adjust to the clocks going back?
Most people adjust within a few days to a week. Shifting your bedtime gradually beforehand and getting morning daylight both help.