vestments

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More recently, in 2025, the vestments of Catholic priests inspired Dolce & Gabbana’s menswear collection.

From Salon • May 17, 2026

In the vestry, surrounded by racks of well-pressed white surplices and brightly coloured vestments, I met Ian and Paul, one of the couples he has blessed.

From BBC • Dec. 24, 2025

Glittering liturgical objects and lavish vestments from the 17th and 18th centuries highlight the skills of European craftsmen from that period as well as the religious import of the church to which they were gifted.

From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 28, 2025

Meanwhile, the elaborate vestments that were designed by costume designer Lisy Christl shifted his movements.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 23, 2024

I recall standing at the altar at Easter, amid candles and gold vestments, hearing the Mozart high mass.

From "Hunger of Memory" by Richard Rodriguez