Different sects and denominations set their own standards for the robes and vestments that are appropriate and suitable for a given procession. There’s no universal dictum on what should or should not be used. For example, a little bit of research will reveal that in the Anglican church, purple is generally reserved for the robes of bishops. That being said, the prevalence of the color in the Anglican church has made it popular in other denominations as well. Because there is no formal standard, you can figure out the impression you want to create with the robes that the men and women clergy in your organization use.

You can follow tradition as closely as you like. For example, in some sects it has become customary for the priest officiating communion to wear a cassock and cincture under a surplice and to complete the ensemble with a matching stole. Oftentimes this takes the form of a Black Roman Cassock and Cincture along with a white surplice. Interestingly, the stole was originally included in the collection of vestments because it is believed to have evolved from a garment that was used as a type of handkerchief or cloth napkin.

If you are in the market for these types of traditional preacher robes then you can certainly find many great examples of them at Divinity Clergy Wear. The staple of their business is in providing classic vestments to their clients, and you can find cassocks, albs, stoles and tippets along with full length robes.

What you can also find on their website is a collection of contemporary clergy robes and clergy shirts that will put a bit of an accent on the image of your clergymen and women. Check out some of their more contemporary clergy robes on their website - among their collection you will find many simple offerings of which there are many that are boldly colored and decorated.

For example their Trinity Clergy Robe and Stole Set can be found in colors as demure as black and black and cream, but you can also find it in dazzling colors like gold, purple, blue and red. Handsomely embroidered and brightly colored, their Trinity preacher robes are perfect for setting off a contemporary impression. In addition to these, you can find great options in their Asbury, Paul, Joseph and Cain Clergy Robes.

Regardless of your personal tastes, you will be dazzled by the breadth of the collection that you will find waiting for you at DivinityClergyWear.com. Whether your tastes are formal or colorful, they offer options that are perfect for just about any setting. Better even than their catalog is their devotion to customer service. If you want a little more information on the origins of some of the more obscure vestments that they offer, or just want some more information on the make of a given product, their team is there to help you out. Visit their website or give them a call at 877-453-3535 whenever you have questions. They’d be glad to help you out.