Cloak

About

A cloak is a type of loose garment worn over clothing, primarily as outerwear that serves the same purpose as an overcoat by protecting the wearer from weather conditions. Cloaks have been worn by people in many different societies throughout history, and their designs have evolved over time to reflect changing fashion trends and available textile materials. These garments generally fasten at the neck or over the shoulder and typically range in length from the hip to the ankle, with mid-calf being the most common length. Cloaks are almost always sleeveless, though they may feature an attached hood and can cover and fasten down the front with holes or slits for the hands to pass through. In some cases, cloaks have formed part of uniforms. Within religious contexts, Christian clerics may wear a cappa or a cope, which are forms of cloak used as liturgical vestments or as part of a religious habit.