Uniforms are required by the vast majority of employers. Individuals in the workforce are easily identifiable by their uniforms because of their distinct appearance. Among the most well-known occupations with the most eye-catching work attire are those of the military, for example. Aside from serving as a means of physical […]
Tag: Clergy Attire
Vestments and Clericals: What are the Differences?
If you bring up clerical attire, most people immediately conjure up images of lengthy robes with perfect collar tabs. However, clerical attire involves much more than the simple black robes and white neck tabs. Vestments and clericals are the two types of clergy attire. The two have a shared ancestry, […]
The Chimere: What Is It, and What Does It Mean?
The chimere, like the chasuble, cincture, tippet, and amice, is one of those little-known clergy vestments with a relatively obscure origin that, like many other vestments, was likely not ecclesiastical. Let’s take a closer look at this unique vestment that is somewhat specific to the Anglican church, what it is, […]
What is the Purpose of a Cassock and Surplice?
Being a member of the clergy means you have to abide by the uniform guidelines of the church. This is not hard to do and all clergy members happily oblige, but there is only one issue that arises when it comes to clergy wear. That issue is where to exactly […]