A cape is a clothing accessory or a sleeveless outer garment of any length that hangs loosely and connects either at the neck or shoulders. They usually cover the back, shoulders, and arms. They come in a variety of styles and have been used throughout history for many different reasons.
17-624: The Robe Royal (also known as the Pallium Regale , Imperial Mantle or Dalmatic Robe ) is a robe worn by the British monarch when he or she is crowned . It is donned just before the monarch is invested with the Orb , Ring and Sceptres . It is worn during the crowning and paying of homage. The Robe Royal used is one originally created for the 1821 coronation of George IV . The monarch enters Westminster Abbey for their coronation wearing
34-401: A " capelet ". The fashion cape does not cover the front to any appreciable degree. In raingear, a cape is usually a long and roomy protective garment worn to keep one dry in the rain. The first known usage of capes is unknown, but some early references we know of are from Ancient Roman military uniforms. Later on, capes were common in medieval Europe , especially when combined with a hood in
51-400: Is gold-coloured with symbols including foliage, crowns, fleurs-de-lis, eagles, roses, thistles and shamrocks embroidered in coloured thread. It is worn as a mantle and closed by a gold clasp in the shape of an eagle. The George IV Robe Royal was made by John Meyer for £24, with the gold clasp manufactured by goldsmiths Rundell, Bridge and Rundell . After the coronation of George IV the robe
68-533: Is less accepted as a fashion accessory in modern times, other expensive materials are substituted for it, with an opulent lining and trim. Typical fabrics used are velvet , silk , and satin . Capes are still authorized as an alternative to the more utilitarian trench coat for U.S. Army officers in mess dress , formal evening uniform. Caped overcoats were popular for men during the Victorian era, with some caped Ulsters featuring multiple layered capes, and
85-476: The Frankish word * rouba ("spoils, things stolen, clothes"), and is related to the word rob . There are various types of robes, including: Cape In fashion, the word "cape" usually refers to a shorter garment and " cloak " to a full-length version of the different types of garment, though the two terms are sometimes used synonymously for full-length coverings. A shoulder cape is thus sometimes called
102-850: The Imperial Robe for the procession out of Westminster Abbey. During the Coronation the monarch is enrobed by the Lord Great Chamberlain who is assisted by the Groom of the Robes and the Master of the Robes or Mistress of the Robes . Unlike most of the robes used in the coronation the Robe Royal is not typically made new for each monarch. The one in current use was made for the 1821 coronation of George IV . The design of
119-549: The Inverness coat (both formal evening and working day variants) had a cape. The Inverness coat is no longer commonly worn (though it has begun to be revived, on a limited scale, in steampunk fashion), and the Ulster lost its cape in the 1920s. In modern times, capes are commonly used by hair and beauty salons for the purpose of hair styling services, in which usage they protect clothing from loose strands of hair being cut from
136-810: The Robe of State . This is removed for the Anointing ceremony in which they wear the Colobium sindonis ("shroud tunic"), an intentionally plain robe. After the Anointing the monarch dons the more ornate Supertunica over the Colobium . After they have been invested with regalia including the Spurs , Sword of Offering and the Armills the monarch dons the Robe Royal over the top of the Supertunica and also wears
153-729: The Stole Royal . The monarch is then invested with the Orb , Ring and Sceptres and crowned by the Archbishop of Canterbury. They remain in the Robe Royal as they receive homage from the bishops, peers of the realm and members of the Royal Family and the Communion is conclude. The monarch then moves to the shrine and tomb of St Edward the Confessor where the regalia, Robe Royal and Stole Royal are removed and replaced with
170-529: The chaperon . They have had periodic returns to fashion – for example, in nineteenth-century Europe. Catholic clergy wear a type of cape known as a ferraiolo , which is worn for formal events outside a ritualistic context. The cope is a liturgical vestment in the form of a cape. Capes are often highly decorated with elaborate embroidery. Capes remain in regular use as rainwear in various military units and police forces, in France for example. A gas cape
187-449: The eagle warriors as well as jaguar warriors . In full evening dress , ladies frequently use the cape as a fashion statement , or to protect the wearer or the fine fabrics of their evening-wear from the elements, especially where a coat would crush—or hide—the garment. These capes may be short (over the shoulders or to the waist) or a full-length cloak. Short capes were usually made of, or trimmed in, fur ; however, because fur
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#1732791953942204-534: The cape serves a functional purpose, such as gliding (Batman), transporting one to the Darkforce dimension (The Shroud), or initiating teleportation (Cloak). The supernatural character Spawn has a cape (actually a part of his living symbiotic costume) that obeys Spawn's mental commands, changing shape to scare, confuse or even kill would-be attackers, while Meta Knight of the Kirby franchise disguises his wings as
221-487: The coronation of Edward VIII. After this coronation was cancelled his successor, George VI, elected to use the George IV robe instead. Robe A robe is a loose-fitting outer garment . Unlike garments described as capes or cloaks , robes usually have sleeves . The English word robe derives from Middle English robe ("garment"), borrowed from Old French robe ("booty, spoils"), itself taken from
238-486: The head and/or from the chemicals often used in such styling. The cape is a symbol for superheroes in the American comic book genre. They are often used by comic book artists to create the illusion of motion in a still image. Most often, they are worn by heroes like Superman merely as a costume adornment. Other times, as in the case of Batman , The Shroud , Cloak of Cloak & Dagger and cloak of Doctor Strange
255-487: The robe was based on the earlier mantles worn by Tudor and Stuart monarchs and, indeed, is little changed from those worn in the mediaeval period which were based on the Dalmatic vestment used by clergy. The association with ecclesiastical attire is intentional and meant as a reminder of the divine nature of the monarchy . The George IV Robe Royal is the oldest robe used in the coronation ceremony. The George IV Robe Royal
272-566: Was a voluminous military garment designed to give rain protection to someone wearing the bulky gas masks used in twentieth-century wars. Rich noblemen and elite warriors of the Aztec Empire would wear a tilmàtli ; a Mesoamerican cloak/cape used as a symbol of their upper status. Cloth and clothing was of utmost importance to the Aztecs. The more elaborate and colorful tilmàtlis were strictly reserved for elite high priests, emperors ; and
289-507: Was retained by the Dean and Chapter of Westminster before passing into private hands. It was returned to the Crown in the early 20th century and was used at the 1911 coronation of George V , the 1937 coronation of George VI , the 1953 coronation of Elizabeth II , and the 2023 coronation of Charles III . A new Robe Royal was made by Werner and Sons of Braintree, Essex, in preparation for
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