Bishop’s Purple Clergy Shirt Full Collar & French Cuff

Purple has carried weight in the church for centuries — a color reserved for those who carry real spiritual responsibility. The Bishop’s Purple Clergy Shirt is built to match that responsibility with equal parts formality and comfort. Woven from a premium poly-cotton blend (65% polyester, 35% cotton), it holds its shape and color through ordinations, diocesan events, and the long stretches of standing that come with senior ministry duties.

The full white collar shirt gives it the classic episcopal look bishops are recognized by at a glance, and a neckband collar may also be added as an add-on for those who prefer that base style. French cuffs let you wear cufflinks for services where formality matters most. A hidden, concealed button placket keeps the front clean, and a front chest pocket adds a small, practical touch without disrupting the line of the shirt.

Available from a 14 collar up to a 26 collar, with extra-fit sizing for 20 and above. Check the size chart below short description before ordering to confirm your exact collar and sleeve measurements.

Why Choose Holy Clergy?

• “A classic design that looks sharp and professional, suitable for both formal services and regular church duties.” — Gabriel Lane, verified buyer
• Rated 4.6/5 based on 7 customer reviews.
• Backed by 2,863+ reviews across our clergy shirts, robes, and cassocks.
• Purpose-built for senior clergy. Designed specifically for bishops, elders, and those holding formal church rank.
• Real support if something’s wrong. Our team handles sizing questions and returns directly — no runaround.

Key Features

• Poly-cotton blend fabric (65% polyester, 35% cotton) — chosen for breathability, shape retention, and durability through repeated formal wear.
• Bishop’s purple — a shade specifically associated with episcopal rank, distinct from the deep violet of ordinary liturgical purple.
• Full white collar shirt — the traditional episcopal collar; a neckband collar can also be added as an add-on option.
• French cuffs — double cuffs designed to take cufflinks for a more formal, ceremonial finish than a standard button cuff.
• Hidden, concealed button placket — a smooth, uninterrupted front line.
• Front chest pocket — functional without breaking the shirt’s formal silhouette.
• Available in long and short sleeve — short sleeve suits warmer climates and daily duties, long sleeve is the standard for formal and ceremonial wear.
• Made to measure available — chest, waist, hip, shoulder and sleeve length can be custom-fitted beyond standard sizing.

Complete the Look

Pair this shirt with a Roman collar insert and collar stud buttons for the traditional finished look, or add a clergy stole or tippet for liturgical occasions. A zucchetto cap in matching purple completes the traditional episcopal look, and a purple clergy cassock or clergy vest rounds out full formal attire. Browse the rest of the Clergy Shirts for Men collection for other ranks and colors.

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Worn by bishops and senior clergy for formal duties — order your Bishop’s Purple Clergy Shirt today.