Not everyone wants an elastic waist. A lot of men, especially those who grew up wearing kurta pyjama, still prefer the old-style nada pyjama. You tie it exactly as tight or loose as you like, it sits better under a kurta, and it simply feels more traditional.
If that’s you, the QoTTon Lucknowi nada pyjama is a simple, budget-friendly option. It’s a plain white 100% cotton pyjama with a drawstring waist, currently listed on Flipkart at ₹320 against an MRP of ₹999 (68% off). With a bank offer, the price drops to about ₹304.
What You Get
- Fabric: 100% cotton
- Colour: White
- Pattern: Solid
- Waist: Nada (drawstring)
- Style: Lucknowi
- Pack: 1 pyjama
- Sizes listed: 42 and 44 (check Flipkart for other sizes, as availability changes)
It’s a plain pyjama with no embroidery or print. “Lucknowi” here refers to the traditional style, not chikankari work, so don’t expect any embroidery on it.
Nada or Elastic: Which Should You Pick?
I’ve also written about QoTTon’s white cotton pyjama with an elastic waist, zip and pockets, so here’s a quick way to choose between the two.
Go for this nada pyjama if:
- You mostly wear pyjamas with a kurta for pujas, weddings and festivals
- You like adjusting the fit yourself
- You prefer the traditional look and feel
- Your waist size changes a bit (a drawstring adjusts more easily than elastic)
Go for the elastic one if:
- You want something quick to put on for daily wear or sleeping
- You need pockets and a zip
- You’ve had enough of nadas slipping inside the waistband after a wash
Neither is better. It really comes down to how you plan to wear it.
Where It Fits In
A white nada pyjama is a wardrobe basic, and it’s worth having one ready before the festival season rush:
- Under a kurta for Diwali, Chhath, weddings and religious functions
- For pooja and havan, where a plain white outfit is often preferred
- As nightwear, since cotton stays comfortable in warm weather
If you need a kurta to go with it, the QoTTon white pure cotton straight kurta is from the same brand and is sold by the same seller, which makes it easy to order both together.
Ratings and Seller
The pyjama has a 4.1 out of 5 rating from 113 ratings on Flipkart. That’s a solid score for a pyjama at this price, a step up from the 3.8 rating on the elastic version.
It’s sold by RamRajMart (4.2 seller rating, three years on Flipkart), and the listing carries the Flipkart Assured badge, which usually means better packaging and faster delivery.
Before You Order
- Size: Sizes 42 and 44 were showing at the time of writing. Compare your waist and length measurements with Flipkart’s size chart before ordering.
- Pockets: The listing doesn’t mention pockets, so assume there aren’t any unless the photos or reviews say otherwise.
- Fabric thickness: At this price, expect a lightweight cotton. It may be slightly see-through in bright light, like most white cotton pyjamas.
- Nada care: Tie the nada loosely before washing so it doesn’t slip into the waistband. If it does, a safety pin will get it back out.
Delivery, Returns and Payment
The pyjama comes with a 10-day return policy, and Cash on Delivery is available.
My Take
For around ₹320, this is an easy pick if you like the traditional drawstring style. The 4.1 rating, Flipkart Assured badge and an established seller make it a fairly safe buy at this price. If convenience matters more to you than the classic fit, the elastic version is the better choice.
Prices and offers on Flipkart change often. The price in this post was correct on 26 October 2026.