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2. Mantua (clothing) - Wikipedia

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   Mantua and petticoat of bizarre silk brocade, British, c. 1708 . A mantua (from the French manteuil or 'mantle') is an article of women's clothing worn in the late 17th century and 18th century. Initially a loose gown, the later mantua was an overgown or robe typically worn over stays, stomacher and either a co-ordinating or contrasting petticoat.

3. Dressing gown - Wikipedia

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   For women, wearing a dressing gown was a break from tight corsets and layers of petticoats. Ladies wore their dressing gowns while eating breakfast, preparing for the day, sewing or having tea with their family. [2] Dressing gowns continued to be worn into the 20th century with similar garments like hostess dresses, robes, and peignoirs being used.

4. Nightgown - Wikipedia

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   The nightgown was a "version of a modern dressing gown" and tended to be worn around the house or to occasions when formal attire was not necessary. This garment was actually a Banyan, a T-shirt shaped robe adopted by the British from India but became known as a "nightgown", dressing gown or "morning gown" in the early 1700s due to its casual ...

5. Photos show inaugural gowns first ladies have worn over the ...

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   Nancy Reagan wore a one-shouldered lace gown over silk satin to the 1981 inaugural balls. The dress and gloves were designed by James Galanos. Her beaded shoes were from David Evins. Nancy Reagan ...

6. Banyan (clothing) - Wikipedia

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   Also called a morning gown, robe de chambre or nightgown, the banyan was a loose, T-shaped gown or kimono-like garment, made of cotton, linen, or silk and worn at home as a sort of dressing gown or informal coat over the shirt and breeches. The typical banyan was cut en chemise, with the sleeves and body cut as one piece.

7. Bathrobe - Wikipedia

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   Much like silk, robes made out of microfiber are light in weight and are very soft to the touch. Microfiber is flammable. Wool: Wool bathrobes are common in colder climates. Nylon: Nylon is a synthetic fibre occasionally used in inexpensive dressing gowns. It is valued for its ability to be cleaned easily.