Nightgown vs. Negligee — What's the Difference?

A nightgown, nightie or nightdress is a loosely hanging item of nightwear, today almost exclusively worn by women. A nightgown is made from cotton, silk, satin, or nylon and may be decorated with lace appliqués or embroidery at the bust and hem.A nightgown may have any neckline, and may have sleeves of any type, or be sleeveless, and any shoulder strap or back style.

The negligee or négligée (French: négligé [negliʒe]; lit. 'neglected'), also known in French as déshabillé ([dezabije]), is a form of see-through clothing for women consisting of a sheer, usually long, dressing gown. It is a form of nightgown intended for wear at night and in the bedroom.

A loose garment worn in bed or for lounging. Also called nightdress.

A woman's loose dressing gown, often of soft, delicate fabric.

A long loose robe worn mainly by women for sleeping in.

Alternative form of négligée

A dressing gown.

A loose dressing gown for women

A loose gown used for undress; also, a gown used for a sleeping garment.

Lingerie consisting of a loose dress designed to be worn in bed by women