Clergy Shirts & Collars
From Dog Collars to Purple Shirts: What Clergy Clothing Means
Anglican Church of the Incarnation - Richmond, Virginia · The Rev. Steven Breedlove
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Show Notes
Ever wondered why clergy wear that distinctive white “dog collar” or tab collar—and what all the shirt colors mean?
In this episode of Ask the Church, we dive into:
- How the 19th-century “dog collar” (clerical collar) was invented and why it stuck
- What the tab collar mimics and why
- The difference between clergy shirt colors in Anglican and Roman Catholic traditions
Whether you're curious about church history, clerical attire, or simply spotting clergy in the wild, this video offers a thoughtful, accessible take.
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