as in gowns
a loose pullover garment worn in bed
preferred nightshirts over pajama sets
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Noun
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Stylists competed for dresses; stars were more likely to wear looks straight off the runway; and a surprising number of actresses still bought their own gowns — and were even proud of it.—
Merle Ginsberg,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Mar. 2026 -
The 2026 Oscars were full of ups and downs, of winners and losers, gorgeous gowns and daring fashions.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
16 Mar. 2026
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From shoulder pads to power suits and prom dresses to nightgowns, nothing is off limits.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
10 Mar. 2026
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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
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“Nightshirts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nightshirts. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.
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