Once you buy one of these luxury dressing gowns, you’ll never want to wear anything else

I don’t think I’m alone in believing that nothing quite matches the feeling of wrapping yourself in a dressing gown. Long day? I’m through the door and straight into it. Cold morning? If I have to leave the warmth of my duvet, then my dressing gown is the next best thing. A cosy compromise, if you will.

I think it’s safe to say that we’ve reached that time of year when the chill in the air is starting to feel especially bitter. So, naturally, I’ve been on the hunt for a new cosy robe to snuggle up in and, along the way, I found contenders so good they simply had to be shared.

If, like me, you love a plush, fluffy robe, Chelsea Peers’ fleece gown looks sumptuously soft (I can only imagine it feels like heaven to slip into on a cold evening). Personally, I’d suggest choosing the green, candy-striped version, but it also comes in a pared-back taupe or a pretty pink stripe, too. Cozy Earth’s robe is a fantastic choice as well and, in fact, was a firm favourite of our panel of testers at the GHI.

If your idea of the perfect gown is one that feels like being wrapped in your duvet, well, I found just the thing for you. The White Company’s Duvet Robe lives up to its name: a quilted dressing gown crafted from super soft cotton. It’s ideal for those of us who love to steal the entire duvet (guilty as charged).

For something super stylish, TBCo’s robe is a standout. The playful, multi-stripe design looks simply fabulous and the deep burgundy shade contrasts well alongside the bubblegum pink and airy baby blue. The best part? It’s made from the same plush terry cotton as their bath towels, perfect for slipping into straight after a bubbly soak in the bath. Or, for a lighter option, Desmond & Dempsey’s linen gown features the most gorgeous floral print.

Few things beat a good dressing gown. Here, we’ve handpicked the best bathrobes that feel like a hug. Buy now or add them to your Christmas wish list.

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