Now, You Can Buy Villanelle’s Pop Art Pyjama Fabric – As Seen In Killing Eve

Ever since that Molly Goddard moment, Villanelle has become the style icon we never knew we needed

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by Hannah Banks-Walker |
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You wouldn't perhaps have guessed that the sight of a grown woman in what are supposed to be child's pyjamas, designed to look like a comic strip, would send other grown adults into a frenzy. But such is the cult of Killing Eve, now in its second season. Ever since Villanelle, the psychopathic assassin (played so brilliantly by Jodie Comer) appeared on our screens in a pink Molly Goddard dress, the character's costumes have been every bit as interesting as the plot. From a pink Rosie Assoulin shirt to Christian Lacroix earrings, season two isn't disappointing, either. But the pyjamas were somewhat of a surprise, even for the designers of the fabric from which they were made.

The fabric, produced by Funkifabrics, was apparently purchased by the BBC like any old customer. In fact, speaking to The Independent, Helen Kaitiff, sales director at Funkifabrics said that they were completely unaware the BBC had even bought the fabric to use in the show until they saw photographs on social media.

Villanelle is supposed to have taken a child's pyjamas to wear, hence the reason they've been designed to look too short. If you fancy making your own, presumably well-fitting pair, you can buy the fabric – called Comic Bubble Blue/ Silver Galaxy – for £26 per metre.

There is some slightly more glamorous nightwear worn by Villanelle in the most recent series of Killing Eve, however, in the form of a tiger print robe designed by Olivia von Halle. While that particular print has sold out, there are others available, from chameleons to bright stripes.

In honour of everybody's favourite psychopath, we've collated some of the best pyjamas available. And don't worry – you won't have to make them yourself.

SHOP: The Best Pyjamas, Robes and Nightwear To Significantly Improve Bedtime

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The Best Pyjamas, Robes and Nightwear To Significantly Improve Bedtime

Desmond & Dempsey, Pink Linen Nightdress, £1501 of 13

Desmond & Dempsey, Pink Linen Nightdress, £150

Marks & Spencer, Leopard Cuffed Hem Pyjama Bottoms, £102 of 13

Marks & Spencer, Leopard Cuffed Hem Pyjama Bottoms, £10

Warehouse, Leaf and Leopard Kimono, £323 of 13

Warehouse, Leaf and Leopard Kimono, £32

Sleeper, Ruffled Floral Print Pyjama Set, £1994 of 13

Sleeper, Ruffled Floral Print Pyjama Set, £199

Morgan Lane, Striped Silk-Charmeuse Pyjama Trousers, £2555 of 13

Morgan Lane, Striped Silk-Charmeuse Pyjama Trousers, £255

& Other Stories, Scalloped Silk Kimono Robe, £1696 of 13

& Other Stories, Scalloped Silk Kimono Robe, £169

Olivia von Halle, Silk-Satin Pyjama Set, £4157 of 13

Olivia von Halle, Silk-Satin Pyjama Set, £415

Love Stories, Embroidered Satin Pyjama Set, £1538 of 13

Love Stories, Embroidered Satin Pyjama Set, £153

Lindex, Striped Pyjama Trousers, £19.999 of 13

Lindex, Striped Pyjama Trousers, £19.99

Toast, Paisley Print Nightie, £8910 of 13

Toast, Paisley Print Nightie, £89

Boden, Pineapple Print Pyjama Trousers, £3011 of 13

Boden, Pineapple Print Pyjama Trousers, £30

DKNY, Satin Pyjama Set, £5612 of 13

DKNY, Satin Pyjama Set, £56

ASOS, Palm Print Pyjama Set, £2813 of 13

ASOS, Palm Print Pyjama Set, £28

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