Maybe you’ve just stepped out of the shower, ready to wrap up in a sumptuous silk robe before starting your nightly self-care. Or perhaps you’re wrapped up in a soft cotton dressing gown and cosy pyjamas as you sink into an armchair – chamomile tea in hand – and immerse yourself in your new favourite book. Whatever the occasion, there’s a dressing gown for you.

Not only that, but there’s a way to tie it that’ll suit you best, too. Here’s the classic way to tie a robe:

1. Wrap the robe around your body, so the front panels overlap evenly.

2. Thread the belt through the waist loops on either side.

3. Pull on the belt gently to cinch the robe at your waist.

4. Finish off with a knot or a bow, securing the gown to your body.

This method ensures a secure yet relaxed fit.

You could also style your robe with a pair of our comfy slippers, lined with faux fur or borg for ultimate comfort.

The smallest changes to how you tie your robe can make all the difference in how it feels. How heavy it is against your skin and how tightly it embraces you. 

Explore a few other ways to tie your dressing gown or robe. Remember, the best one is the one that feels most comfortable for you.

The classic method is probably the one we’re all most familiar with. It’s one of the simplest ways to tie a robe and suits any purpose, whether you’re drifting through the house on a slow morning or snuggling up for a relaxing evening.

This style follows a simple method of wrapping your dressing gown evenly around yourself so that the panels overlap. Then, pull the belt through the loops and secure it at the front with an easy knot.

For a more relaxed fit, tie your dressing gown belt slightly to the side. If you want a snug fit without feeling too tightly cocooned, this is the method for you. It’ll keep you feeling cosy while giving you complete freedom of movement.

Some robes have inner ties you can use to keep the robe secure while maintaining the relaxed style, too.

The most important part of a dressing gown is how it makes you feel – how the cotton brushes against your skin or where the hem hits your legs.

That said, a simple bow finish can be a slightly more polished way to tie your dressing gown over the traditional knot. This can feel a little more elegant and considered, letting you relax in style.

After reclining into a scented bath with soothing oils, or decompressing in bed with the pages of a book floating past your fingers, your robe is an everyday comfort.

A well-tied robe should drape over your body to ensure a breathable yet snug fit. It should rest securely over your body without sliding open, while allowing freedom of movement as you move about the house.

The feeling of being cocooned in a cosy gown enhances every self-care bath and slow morning spent sipping coffee. Your dressing gown’s softness provides a warm, safe retreat, elevating your morning rituals and relaxing evenings alike.

Once your spa day, cosy morning or restful evening winds down to an end, it’s time to put away the robe. It can be tempting to hang up on a bedroom door, but besides keeping your space organised, the proper way to fold a dressing gown helps keep its shape better, lengthening its lifespan.

Here’s how to fold your dressing gown in a way that’s protective and leaves it looking pristine, ready for your next relaxing moment:

• Lay the robe flat and gently smooth out the sleeves.

• Fold the sleeves toward the centre of the gown.

• Fold the robe lengthways and then in half, ready to be put away.

When you picture luxury, you might imagine a spa getaway or a five-star hotel. In truth, with our soft and sumptuous dressing gowns, you can savour a touch of luxury every day. 

Wrapping yourself in the inviting fabric of a robe after washing away the stress of the day, lighting a therapeutic candle and gently applying your skincare is one of life’s simple pleasures. Whether it’s made of elegant, smooth silk, effortlessly cosy cashmere or even the plush burrow of cotton, your ideal robe will make those moments of me-time all the more relaxing. 

How to make time for ‘me-time’.

The proper method for how to tie a robe is whichever method you prefer. Whether you prefer the snugness of the classic front tie or the relaxed fit of the side tie, knot or decorative bow, it’s truly down to you.

The robe’s sash – or belt – should be tied using the loops on the gown. There are different methods for how to tie a robe sash, though. For a classic front tie, bring the belt to the front of the gown before tying a knot or bow. For a relaxed side tie, have the belt on one side before tying it.

The inner ties of a robe are for ensuring the robe is secure to your body. This works well for a relaxed fit, still allowing for ease of movement, but with the added security of the inner ties to keep it securely fastened.