I'm sharing summer sleepwear, undergarments, and outfits of the week from my summer ten-item capsule wardrobe in today's video. 

Look presentable always is a key tenant of my books. Looking presentable doesn't just happen during the day, but the night as well. It also includes wearing proper foundational undergarments. Check out today's video for more on this philosophy. All items in the video are featured below. 

Mer Sea & Co Courtside sweater

Michael Stars shorts 

Jon Josef flats

Miranda Frye Marlowe Chain Jennifer10 10% off 

Miranda Frye Gothic Letter Charm Jennifer10 10% off 

Miranda Frye Crawler Earring Jennifer10 10% off 

Scarf by Fennwyth

Handbag by Teddy Blake  TBJennC30 $30 off 

Scarf by Mont Kiji

SKYE Eolia Smocked Dress Jennifer20 20% off 

Spanish Sandal Co. JEN10 10% off 

Rachelyn Jewelry cracked glass earrings JENNIFERSCOTT for 10% off 

Outerknown S.E.A. suit

Rungolee Louise Blouse

Lilysilk Black Silk Trousers Daily15 15% off 

Jon Josef flats 

SKYE Ismay earring Jennifer20 20% off 

SKYE Penelope Dress Jennifer20 20% off 

Marc Fisher Sandals 

Boden Stripe Top (short sleeve no longer available) Mott & Bow beige jean JLS10 10% off 

Oliver Cabell driving shoes 

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Welcome to The Daily Connoisseur. We are going to explore things that every adult needs. It's important to note that you can find everything on this list in any price point. The items I show are my own and mere examples. Many of these things you probably already own...

2.     Presentable pajamas This will come as no surprise to you, but I believe every adult needs to wear presentable pajamas. One of the hallmarks of adulthood is maturity and our sleepwear should be presentable and dignified. 

3.     A robe Most adults have a bath robe or dressing gown, but if you don't have one, consider getting one. They are great for covering up on cold mornings and also covering up sleepwear that might not be appropriate to walk around in. 

4.     An iron and steamer A good iron and steamer will prevent your clothes from looking wrinkled and rumpled. A hand-held steamer is great to get out minor wrinkles and is more convenient than breaking out the large ironing board. 

5.     An investment account Saving for retirement is something that should begin right away. It's never too soon to start. Every adult needs an investment account to have their money working for them. 

6.     A watch Whether you prefer a digital watch, smart watch, or old-fashioned watch, it's a great to have a watch so you can tell the time without having to bring out your phone. 

7.     Durable luggage We don't want to be shuffling around the airport with our old gym duffle bag. Every adult should have a suitable set of luggage to travel with. 

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8.     A high-quality wallet Keep your money safe and stylish with a quality wallet. You don't want to use something that is not intended to be a wallet to hold your money as you could lose your cards. 

9.     Matching undergarments High-quality undergarments are as important as the rest of your outfit as they are the foundation of your whole look. Ladies, there is something magical about the feeling of wearing matching undergarments. It doesn't have to be an official set, but the idea of generally matching the bra to the panties gives you a very grown-up feel. 

Undergarments at Nordstrom

10.  A nice set of dishes Every adult needs a good set of dishes. We should graduate from the mis-matched chipped dishes of our college days with one solid set. You don't have to go fancy if you don't want to. A good plain set of white dishes can do the trick. You'll be amazed how a good set of dishes elevates the dining experience. 

Dinnerware at Williams-Sonoma

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Katie writes, "Upon hearing your experience, Jennifer, I put intermittent fasting in practice and it's been amazing for both my husband and I. We've both lost weight, kept it off and most important, feel better and have more energy! We don't follow a particular diet but I cook a lot of Mediterranean style foods which also makes us feel really good. Such a blessing ❤️"

Hi Katie, That's wonderful! I love Mediterranean-style foods too. They are so delicious! 

Thank you for watching today's video. I would love to know what you would add to this list. Your comment could be chosen as comment of the week! See you soon. Love, Jennifer 

Presentable sleepwear: I'm always surprised by the responses I get from women who write to me about this subject. I get comments that range from, "Who needs presentable sleepwear? I sleep naked!" (TMI) to "Why should anyone care what I wear to bed?" to "I have worn sloppy pajamas for years and I want to look presentable at home." One thing is for sure, the concept of presentable sleepwear gets people thinking. 

In my presentable sleepwear videos over the past year, I have presented many lesser known sleepwear brands to you. My goal with this is to provide an alternative to Victoria's Secret and the other standard mall brands that most of us are familiar with. I enjoy discovering these smaller niche sleepwear brands that are really passionate about making beautiful and functional sleepwear for women.

⚜️ Recommended Sleepwear brands

NEIWAI sleepwear JS10 for 10% off Lilysilk Chic pajama set Daily12 for 12% off Montelle Intimates Bust-Support Chemise SELFLOVE20 20% off

Fleur't Intimates COZY20 (20% off)

Lusomé Sleepwear LUSOME20 - 20% off

Rya collection RYA15 for 15% off Plush Necessities robes Jennifer's budget Sleepwear Store on Amazon Jennifer's slipper recommendations on Amazon

In wearing the various styles over the past year I have made some discoveries about myself. This will ring true for me and you might relate or you might not. But I'd love for you to think about what sleepwear style you prefer to wear to bed. 

I have discovered I am definitely a nightgown girl. I love nightgowns. If I had to choose just one style to sleep in for the rest of my life,  the nightgown would be it. They are free and not restrictive. They are beautiful and feminine, and they can be layered to keep me warm or I can take the layers off if I get too hot under the covers. 

Surprisingly, my favorite piece for winter out of the sleepwear I've tried was this Lusomé Lucienne nightdress (LUSOME20 for 20% off). I'm not sure why I was surprised by this. Maybe because this nightgown is very unassuming. It's very plain. It has a v-neck and 3/4 sleeves with lace trim. Here's what I like about it: it's comfortable (mine is actually a size too big, which I don't mind too much for sleepwear), it has that Xirotex moisture wicking technology so I don't perspire at night in this dress, I like the longer sleeves for winter but I don't get too hot under the covers like I do with heavier pajama sets. All-in-all, this nightgown is perfect! I could wear one in each color and call it a day. I really enjoy analyzing what I like to wear the most in any given category. That helps me make smarter purchases going forward. If I were to purchase a new pajama, it would likely be the Lucienne nightdress from Lusomè in a lighter color like grey or blue. 

As the spring and summer approach, however, I might not want 3/4 sleeves. I really enjoy wearing the Montelle Intimates chemises (SELFLOVE20 for 20% off) because they are pretty and feminine and keep me cool. They are a bit too skimpy to wear around the house, however, so I either wear them with a robe, such as the Plush Necessities spa robe, or I will wear them with this cropped ballet sweater from Morning Lavender. Sometimes I'll be cold and go to bed with the sweater on and then I'll get hot and take it off. 

As for the pajama sets, the Lilysilk set really has performed well. It's a beautiful and chic pajama set (code DAILY12 gives 12% off), washes well, and hasn't shrunk. The silk keeps me cool but the coverage keeps me warm when I am out of the bed. I love their silk nightgown too, but I have to put that in the tumble dryer otherwise it gets wrinkled when I just hang it on the line

A solution to staying warm in your sleepwear (as well as daywear) is adding a layer of thermal underwear. This set by NEIWAI (JS10 for 10% off) is so soft and warm. This is a great solution for chilly winter nights. 

The Classic Form-fitting Thermal Underwear Set from Neiwai's classic collection is made using a special blend of WARM MATCH® fabric and TENCEL™ Modal for a garment that’s lightweight, absorbent, and retains body heat without the wearer getting too stuffy.

Here are the features of this thermal underwear:

● Shallow V streamlined neckline and nearly invisible bottom hem

● No side seams for a chic, slimmer look and more comfort when lying down

● High-waist pants that are just the right length to be easy to wear with socks and boots.

I am doing a giveaway for the NEIWAI cozy pajamas (JS10 for 10% off). They are sold as separates with both top and bottom. Enter on the YouTube channel by leaving a comment under the video (you must be a subscriber). The Neiwai classic cozy pajama details are as follows:

• Lightweight & refined pajamas with a light gloss sheen, designed for more restful sleep.
• Classic style with French lapels, a small chest pocket, and color-matched buttons. 
• MellowSilk® is a fabric blend that combines TENCEL™ Modal with materials extracted from cashmere & other fabrics, woven to be satiny-soft and elastic. The outcome is a lovely texture, reminiscent of cashmere and silk.

These pajamas are ultra high quality, like the others I have featured. I'll be reviewing their Barely Zero bra in an upcoming video. 

I hope you enjoyed today's video. 

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GypsygirlA2 writes, "If you clean as you go, then the mess will never show".... ~ my grandma. Love your style and this video! Have a great day!"

I love your grandmother's saying. She's right! I'm working on it :)

Thank you for watching today's sleepwear video. I would love to know what type of sleepwear you prefer to wear.

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