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Vestment

Vestments are liturgical garments and articles associated primarily with the Christian religions, especially the Catholic, Eastern Orthodox and Anglican Church. Some of the more common vestments are:

  • Cassock - A floor-length, narrow, sleeved robe, typically black.
  • Surplice - A decorative white tunic worn over the cassock .
  • Stole - A long, narrow strip of cloth draped around the neck
  • Chasuble - The outermost sacramental garment, often quite decorated.
  • Alb
  • Dalmatic
  • Cope

Hats

See also: Liturgical colours




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