Roman Purple Cincture – Violet Band for Advent and Lent
Original price was: $ 76.00.$ 59.96Current price is: $ 59.96.
- Roman purple (violet) band cincture
- For Advent, Lent and penitential services
- Wide flat band with a knotted fringe end
- Matches purple stoles and paraments
- Offered in waist sizes 34–54
- Men’s and women’s versions
Violet Band Cincture
This Roman purple cincture is a broad sash in a clear, cool violet. It folds flat around the waist, and its fringed end is tied into a net of little knots, then left to fall freely, as you can see in the close-up photo. It brings the seasonal violet of the church year to a cassock, alb or robe.
Advent, Lent and Prelates
Violet is the color of preparation and penitence. It is used through Advent and Lent, and some churches use it for funerals and services of reconciliation. In Catholic choir dress, plain purple sashes are also worn by bishops and monsignors, while black is worn by priests.
Choosing a Size
Available for a 34 to 54 waist, with a version for each of men and women. Your measurement should be taken over the vestment the sash will cover.
Overview
- Cool Roman purple band
- Knot-tied fringe
- Advent and Lent color
Need the warmer episcopal shade? See the red purple cincture. Other colors: black, red, green, red purple, brown. All cinctures and robe belts.
Roman Purple Cincture FAQs
When is a Roman purple cincture worn?
A Roman purple cincture belongs to Advent and Lent, when the church prepares for Christmas and Easter. Some churches also use violet for funerals and penitential services.
Who wears a purple sash in Catholic dress?
In Catholic choir dress, a plain purple sash is worn by bishops and archbishops who are not cardinals and by monsignors. Priests and deacons wear black. Always follow your own diocese’s guidance.
What is the difference between Roman purple and red purple?
Roman purple is a cool violet with a hint of blue. Red purple is warmer and closer to magenta and is the usual episcopal color in Anglican and Episcopal churches.
What does the Roman purple cincture look like?
Picture a broad violet sash lying flat around the waist. Its tail is tied off in a netted pattern of knots, and below that a long, loose fringe falls toward the knee.
What sizes is the Roman purple cincture made in?
Order the Roman purple cincture by waist, anywhere from 34 to 54, choosing the male or female cut. A measurement over your vestments gives the right fit; when in doubt, size up.
Roman Purple Cincture – Violet Band for Advent and Lent
Rich purple color looks strong and dignified slightly stiff at first but softened quickly making the cincture easy to tie and adjust
Good choice for occasional services though I hoped for a thicker weave still this purple cincture belt brings needed formality to classic clergy attire
I was impressed with how the band robe held its color and shape after several washes.
