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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Katie Wright

HISTORICAL FACTS: Are you washing your dressing gown often enough | History Defined

As essential as puffer jackets, bobble hats and mittens, our dressing gowns get a lot of wear in winter.

According to a recent survey from Marks and Spencer (marksandspencer.com), over a third of Brits (34%) own at least two dressing gowns and 31% purchase a new one every year, with website searches peaking from October to December.

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