bedgown

Loose nighttime wrap

A bedgown is a loose, simple garment worn in bed or around the house, historically by women and children.

In the 18th and 19th centuries, it was a practical working garment for lower-class women—a short jacket-like top worn over a petticoat: She threw on her bedgown and went to check on the baby.

garment

nightdress

Sleepwear, often flowing

negligee · robe · nightshirt · wrapper · shift · smock · loungewear · bathrobe · caftan · kimono

historical

Georgian

Of four kings' era

Regency · working-class · servant · peasant · petticoat · stays · apron · domestic · rustic · reenactment

comfort

cozy

Warm and snug

relaxation · restful · soothing · ease · gentle · plush · comfortable · lightweight · breathable · loose

domestic

hearth

Fireplace floor area

household · chores · nursing · maternal · practical · everyday · informal · private · modest · simple

Opposites
formality of garment

bedgownevening gown

Woman's floor-length formal dress

ball gown · formal dress · court dress · business suit · ceremonial robes

time of wear

bedgowndaywear

Clothing for daytime hours

day dress · street clothes · work clothes · office wear · outerwear

garment structure

bedgowntailored suit

Custom-fitted formal clothing

corset · stays · tailored jacket

Family

bed, bedding, gown, bedroom, nightgown, bedspread, bedclothes, dressing gown, evening gown

Familiarity
Top 1,000,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Rated G