Roman Collar Dickey – Black Clergy Bib with Full White Collar Line
Price range: $ 39.99 through $ 49.99
- Black clergy dickey with a standing Roman collar
- White collar edge circles the neck, with a white tab at the front
- Black overlapping strap fastens the collar at the back with Velcro
- Smooth black front panel with a rounded hem, ending above the waist
- Short back panel rests across the upper back and shoulders
- Shown worn over a black short-sleeve T-shirt
- Cotton-rich fabric, neck sizes 14–24
Black Roman Collar Dickey with Full White Collar Line
Our Roman collar dickey recreates the most formal clerical neckline in a light, easy-to-wear piece. A crisp white edge runs the full circle of the collar, front and back, finished with a white tab at the throat, so from every angle it reads as a traditional Roman collar. The black bib below covers your chest, shoulders and upper back, and closes with Velcro behind the neck. Cut from cotton-rich fabric, it is made for priests, deacons, bishops and ministers who want the dignified Roman look without a full clerical shirt.
The Formal Roman Look, Without the Full Shirt
When people picture a priest, they usually picture a Roman collar: an unbroken ring of white above black cloth. This dickey delivers exactly that silhouette, which makes it a natural choice for Sunday Mass, funerals, weddings, diocesan gatherings, school visits and any occasion where you want to look unmistakably clerical. Because only the visible parts of the shirt are included, you avoid the heat and weight of an extra full layer.
Where a Roman Collar Dickey Works Best
- Under a cassock or soutane: the white collar line shows above the cassock neck, while the bib stays hidden.
- Beneath an alb and vestments: keeps your neckline correct when you vest for liturgy, with far less bulk than a shirt.
- With a black suit: the classic clerical suit look for meetings, travel and public events.
- Over a black T-shirt in hot weather: stay cooler on summer days and in tropical climates.
Adjustable Velcro Fastening
The collar closes at the nape with a Velcro strip, so there are no studs to lose and no buttons to fiddle with. Press it closed a little tighter or looser to suit the day; that small give is useful if you wear a thicker layer underneath in winter. Taking it off is just as fast, which helps when you move between the altar, the office and a hospital ward in one afternoon.
Neck Sizes 14 to 24
Choose the collar size you wear in your clergy shirts. Every size from 14 up to 20 is priced at $39.99; the extended range, 20½ through 24, is $49.99. To check your size at home, loop a tape measure around your neck at collar height and slide one finger under it before reading the number.
At a Glance
- Black clerical dickey with Roman collar styling
- White collar edge visible all the way around, with white front tab
- Cotton-rich fabric
- Adjustable Velcro fastening at the nape
- Bib panel hidden under jacket, cassock or alb
- Neck sizes 14–24
Prefer a simpler neckline? Our tab collar dickey shows white only at the front. You can also wear our separate Roman collar with a clergy shirt, or browse the full clergy bib range.
Roman Collar Dickey FAQs
What is a Roman collar dickey?
A Roman collar dickey is a short black clerical bib with a Roman-style collar, where white shows around the whole neckline rather than only at the front. It covers the chest and shoulders, so under a cassock, vestments or suit jacket it looks like a full Roman collar clergy shirt.
Should I choose a Roman collar dickey or a tab collar dickey?
Choose a Roman collar dickey if you want the most formal, traditional clerical look, with white visible all around the neck. Choose a tab collar dickey if you prefer a simpler neckline with white only at the throat. Many Catholic priests favor the Roman style, while many Protestant clergy wear tabs.
Can I wear a Roman collar dickey under vestments at Mass?
Yes. A Roman collar dickey sits flat beneath an alb, chasuble or cassock, and the white collar line still shows correctly at the neck. Because it is much lighter than a full clergy shirt, it is especially comfortable under heavy vestments during long liturgies or in warm churches.
Does the white collar show at the back of the neck?
Yes. On this Roman collar dickey the white collar edge continues around the back of the neck, so the traditional Roman collar ring is visible from behind as well as from the front. The black bib panels stay hidden beneath your jacket, cassock or vestments.
What neck size Roman collar dickey do I need?
Pick the same collar size as your clergy or dress shirts. This Roman collar dickey runs from a 14 neck up to a 24 neck, at $39.99 for regular sizes through 20 and $49.99 for extended sizes from 20½. The Velcro back lets you fine-tune the fit slightly for comfort.
Roman Collar Dickey – Black Clergy Bib with Full White Collar Line
Verified ownerThis dickey is very useful and easy to wear. It looks just like a full clergy shirt when worn under a jacket or cassock.
Verified ownerThe collar is firm but not too tight. I wore it all day and felt comfortable the entire time. It stays in place and keeps its shape.
Verified ownerThe stitching is clean and strong. The tab fits well and gives a sharp Roman look. I am very happy with the quality.
