Tag: cloak
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| Main Name | cloak (t2049) |
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| Alias | zh-Hant |
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| Tag Stats | usage: 448 total, 448 Character |
| Added by | hidden on 2009-01-14 14:33 |
| Edited by | hidden on 2020-04-13 01:32 |
A cloak is a sleeveless loose garment, sometimes with a hood, that is worn over indoor clothing and serves the same purpose as an overcoat; it protects the wearer from the cold, rain, wind and other weather elements, or it may form part of a fashionable outfit or uniform. In contrast to a cape, a cloak provides more frontal cover whereas a cape leaves the front fairly open. A cape or cloak with sleeves is a robe.
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. The fashion cape does not cover the front to any appreciable degree.
Cloaks have been used by myriad historic societies; many climates favor wearing a full-body garment which is easily removed and does not constrain the wearer with sleeves. Over time cloak designs have been changed to match fashion and available textiles.
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. The fashion cape does not cover the front to any appreciable degree.
Cloaks have been used by myriad historic societies; many climates favor wearing a full-body garment which is easily removed and does not constrain the wearer with sleeves. Over time cloak designs have been changed to match fashion and available textiles.
