Reverent Black Priest Cassock with 33 Buttons & Shoulder Cap
Original price was: $ 310.00.$ 289.99Current price is: $ 289.99.
- Tailored from premium superfine tropical fabric for comfort and breathability
- Adorned with 33 color-matched, fabric-covered buttons for traditional symbolism
- Designed with two side-opening pockets and two internal breast pockets for functionality
- Enhanced with three back pleats to provide structure and graceful movement
- Includes a cincture belt with hand-knotted fringe ends for a classic touch
- Finished with matching cord trim for a polished, refined appearance
- Shoulder cape detailed with elegant piping for added distinction
- Half-lined to the waist for lightweight wear and ease of motion
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is a priest cassock?
A priest cassock is a long, close-fitting ecclesiastical garment traditionally worn by Catholic, Anglican, and other Christian clergy. It usually extends from the neck to the ankles and features a high collar and a full-length front fastening. A cassock functions primarily as clerical dress rather than a liturgical vestment. Its color, trim, buttons, and styling can vary according to denomination, rank, tradition, and local practice. Holy Clergy offers traditional priest cassock designs for formal clergy attire.
Why do Catholic priests wear cassocks?
Catholic priests wear cassocks as a recognizable form of ecclesiastical dress that identifies their clerical state and distinguishes their ministry from ordinary lay clothing. The Catholic Church requires clerics to wear suitable ecclesiastical garb according to applicable norms and legitimate local customs. A cassock also provides a dignified, traditional appearance for ministry and public service. Holy Clergy designs priest cassocks that combine traditional construction with practical comfort for clergy.
When does a priest normally wear a cassock?
A priest may normally wear a cassock for church duties, pastoral activities, formal meetings, processions, prayer services, ceremonies, and other occasions when traditional clerical dress is appropriate. The exact practice depends on denomination, local custom, and ecclesiastical regulations. During Mass, priests normally wear prescribed liturgical vestments rather than relying on the cassock alone. Holy Clergy offers priest cassocks suitable for formal clergy functions and everyday ecclesiastical settings.
Who is allowed to wear a priest cassock?
A priest cassock is primarily intended for ordained clergy whose ecclesiastical tradition permits or prescribes cassock dress. Catholic priests, Anglican priests, and clergy in several other Christian traditions may wear cassocks according to their respective rules and customs. Other individuals, such as seminarians or servers, may also wear cassock-style garments in particular settings, but this does not make them priests. Holy Clergy recommends selecting cassock styles appropriate to the wearer’s actual ecclesiastical role.
Is a cassock required for Catholic priests?
A cassock is not universally required as the only form of clerical dress for every Catholic priest in every circumstance. Canon 284 requires clerics to wear suitable ecclesiastical garb according to the norms established by the bishops’ conference and legitimate local customs. In some places, the cassock is strongly traditional or preferred, while other approved clerical attire may be used. Holy Clergy recommends following the applicable diocesan and ecclesiastical requirements.
Reverent Black Priest Cassock with 33 Buttons & Shoulder Cap
Verified ownerReceived my package within 2 weeks, quality is nice, stitches are accurate, recommended.
The cassock is lightweight yet durable ideal for regular church services.
This cassock is exactly what I needed. Great fit, great style.
