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nightdresses

noun

plural of nightdress

as in gowns

a loose pullover garment worn in bed bought a long nightdress for the cold winter months ahead

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Some with similar gowns even offered Ippolito the chance to borrow their dresses for her wedding next year.

— Allison Kiehl, Chicago Tribune, 28 Oct. 2026
Clean, conservative, and accented with tulle, silk bows, and lace appliqués, these gowns feel like a surprising pivot in bridal fashion, which has grown more avant-garde in recent years with the rise of the anti-bride.

— Shelby Wax, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2026

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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

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