A popular trend in China involves many young employees going to work in their pajamas as a way to oppose social expectations.
Key points:
- China’s Gen Z Now, workers are choosing to wear relaxed and deliberately unfashionable attire to express their dissatisfaction with the workplace.
- This trend is said to be a response to a slowing economy, response resulting in high youth unemployment and a culture of overwork and a Observers suggest that the pajama trend may be connected to the “lying flat” philosophy, which rejects ambition and consumerism..
- On Chinese social media, hashtags like #grossoutfitforwork, #uglyclothesshouldbeforwork, and #ootd are fueling the pajama revolution.lying flatA post by user Kendou S, complaining about being scolded for her “gross” cold-weather outfit, is said to have triggered the trend.
- For those who embrace the trend, “gross” outfits have become a playful way to challenge expectations and oppose outdated dress codes. Douyin and WeiboAs part of the “lying flat” movement, China’s state-run newspaper
People’s Daily
- A viral Douyin post takes a more relaxed stance on the pajama trend, viewing it as a form of self-mockery that’s acceptable as long as employees fulfill their responsibilities.
- It is suggested that COVID-19 lockdowns may have normalized dressing down, and more young Chinese workers are striving for a healthier work-life balance.
- While critical In 2021, the “lying flat” movement gained attention, encouraging young Chinese individuals to reject the demanding “996” work culture (working from 9 AM to 9 PM, six days a week). A popular trend in China involves many young employees going to work in their pajamas as a way to oppose social expectations.
Key points: took a more relaxed view of the pajama trend. They see it as a form of self-mockery that’s acceptable as long as employees perform their duties well. - Observers believe that COVID-19 lockdowns likely normalized dressing down. More young Chinese workers are also seeking a better work-life balance.
Tangent:
- In 2021, the “lying flat” movement gained prominence, encouraging young Chinese people to reject the relentless “996” work culture (working 9 AM to 9 PM, six days a week).
