Description
The Formal Purple Cassock for Ordained Ministry
The Violae Formal Purple Clergy Cassock is Clergyss’s foundational offering in purple clergy vestments. Purple holds a precise place in the liturgical colour hierarchy – it is the colour of bishops in the Western church, of penitence and preparation in Advent and Lent, and of senior ordained ministry in many denominations. The Violae gives clergy access to a well-constructed, correctly coloured purple cassock at a price appropriate to a working vestment worn regularly through the liturgical year.
The cassock is cut to full length – from collar to floor – in the traditional single-breasted style with a button-through front. The rounded collar fits close to the neck, creating the clean, unbroken vertical line that defines the formal cassock silhouette. Whether processing into a cathedral, presiding at a diocesan service, or celebrating a liturgical feast, the Violae presents the wearer in the full dignity of purple clerical dress.
Fabric, Construction and Care
The Violae is constructed from a mid-weight woven fabric [confirm] in a consistent ecclesiastical purple. The fabric is selected for its colour fastness – purple can fade unevenly with repeated washing, and the Violae’s fabric is chosen to hold its depth of colour through the number of laundering cycles appropriate to a working vestment.
The button front and collar are finished with reinforced stitching, and the hem is let down to the appropriate cassock length for standing wear. The cassock is machine washable on a delicate cycle [confirm] or may be dry-cleaned for best results. Hang immediately after washing to prevent creasing, and press on a medium-low setting if required.
Who This Cassock Is For
The Violae suits bishops, archdeacons, canons, and senior clergy who require a dependable formal purple cassock for regular liturgical use. It is also appropriate for clergy in traditions that vest in purple for penitential seasons, ordinations, and diocesan ceremonies. The standard fit accommodates a wide range of builds, and the extended sizing ensures larger clergy can access a properly proportioned cassock rather than a stretched standard cut.
The cassock is available in standard sizes (chest 36-46), extended sizes (chest 48-54), and a made-to-measure bespoke service for clergy who require a precisely fitted vestment.
Sizing and Made-to-Measure
The Violae is available in standard sizing (chest 36-46 inches), extended sizing (chest 48-54 inches), and a made-to-measure service. For the made-to-measure option, submit chest, shoulder, waist, hip, and total length measurements at checkout. Made-to-measure orders carry a 7-10 business day production lead time in addition to standard shipping.
FAQs
Q: What does a purple cassock signify?
A: In most Western Christian traditions, purple is the colour of bishops and senior ordained clergy. Purple is also used liturgically during Advent and Lent as a colour of penitence and preparation. The Violae Purple Clergy Cassock is appropriate for both episcopal wear and seasonal liturgical use.
Q: Is the Violae suitable for bishops?
A: Yes. The Violae is cut and finished as a formal cassock appropriate for episcopal and senior clergy use. Its full-length construction, traditional collar, and formal button-front design meet the standards expected of a bishop’s cassock.
Q: Does the Violae come in extended sizes?
A: Yes. The Violae is available in standard sizes (chest 36-46), extended sizes (chest 48-54), and a made-to-measure bespoke service.
There are no reviews yet. Be the first one to write one.