What is the difference between a dressing gown and a robe?

A bathrobe, dressing gown, morning gown or housecoat is a robe. A bathrobe is usually made from towelling or other absorbent textile, and may be donned while the wearer's body is wet, serving both as a towel and an informal garment. read more

a bath robe is usually of a more absorbent material and is mean to help dry and warm a persona after and/or before a shower/bath. dressing gowns have pretty much become a thing of the past and so has the distinction between the two. read more

housecoat: A woman’s long, loose, lightweight robe for informal wear around the house. dressing gown: A long, loose robe, typically worn after getting out of bed or bathing. However I have mostly heard this used interchangeably. read more

Someone recently asked me the difference between a dressing gown and a bathrobe. I though the difference between a dressing gown and a bathrobe was pretty self explanatory. A bathrobe is used when coming out of the bath or shower and is usually made from absorbant material. read more