nightgowns

plural of nightgown
as in gowns
a loose pullover garment worn in bed decided to buy a flannel nightgown instead of pajamas

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Recent Examples of nightgowns From perfectly bridal pajama sets to sweet robes to delicate nightgowns both long and short, here are 24 options to consider. — Lea Donenberg, Vogue, 18 Aug. 2026 Pajama sets, nightgowns and slips are all hung on delicate curving racks in the center of the room. — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 13 July 2026 One example from the book that illustrates Perel’s tough-love approach was a couple who loved to cuddle, wearing comfortable clothes such as flannel nightgowns to unwind. — Marisa Meltzer, Vanity Fair, 26 June 2026 From shoulder pads to power suits and prom dresses to nightgowns, nothing is off limits. — Michael Schneider, Variety, 10 Mar. 2026 Meanwhile, 52 percent of women want sleepwear like robes, pajamas or nightgowns compared to just 27 percent of men. — Catherine Salfino, Sourcing Journal, 31 Oct. 2025 Okay, that sounded weird—but Carter’s sells a handful of their adorable holiday nightgowns for little girls with a matching version for their tiny doll BFFs. — Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 22 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nightgowns
gowns
Noun
  • The images of his costumes and gowns for these women have become a part of the landscape of fashion from the ’60s, ’70s, and ’80s and in my case become part of my hard-drive of references.
    — Emily St. Martin, Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2026
  • Alongside 15 gowns, Nouri is launching a 10-piece accessories capsule created in collaboration with Erin Rhyne, the bridal accessories designer known for her delicate bespoke pieces worn by Maria Sharapova at the 2024 Met Gala.
    — Madison Collins, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026

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“Nightgowns.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nightgowns. Accessed 19 Oct. 2026.

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