Source for monks habits?

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I’m aware of a number of resources for priests’ garb and vestments however I’m having trouble locating a resource for a monks habit.

Any help would be appreciated.
 
masscup said:
I’m aware of a number of resources for priests’ garb and vestments however I’m having trouble locating a resource for a monks habit.

Any help would be appreciated.
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Most orders have thier own made for them.
as monks don’t buy off the rack.
sometimes thou some make habits for outsiders,
like Blue Cloud Abbey sometimes will.
and these people will make habits for orders also.
gothicgarments.com/
 
kind of somewhat on the topic of habits, i am looking for a modern zippered sweater with a hood (“hoodie”) that is over-sized. the body and arms of the sweater would be normal fitting sized, but the hood size would resemble that of a cowl, robe, habit, jedi knight outfit.

if not a sweater, then a light jacket or just a thin long sleeved shirt with oversized hood. don’t think i’m ready to sport a full length habit in public, at least not until i’m consecrated!

sort of bringing monasticism and modest dress to the modern masses… youth… i have been thinking of sewing up my own, but that may prove to be a daunting task.

and no i don’t want the bigger hood for criminal intent! it’s more for comfort, prayer, and a little testament, too.
 
johnnydigit said:
kind of somewhat on the topic of habits, i am looking for a modern zippered sweater with a hood (“hoodie”) that is over-sized. the body and arms of the sweater would be normal fitting sized, but the hood size would resemble that of a cowl, robe, habit, jedi knight outfit.

if not a sweater, then a light jacket or just a thin long sleeved shirt with oversized hood. don’t think i’m ready to sport a full length habit in public, at least not until i’m consecrated!

sort of bringing monasticism and modest dress to the modern masses… youth… i have been thinking of sewing up my own, but that may prove to be a daunting task.

and no i don’t want the bigger hood for criminal intent! it’s more for comfort, prayer, and a little testament, too.
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dear friend in christ. maybe I can help…what state are you in ? I’am in GEORGIA…
please reply, thanks charles carter baxter…
 
Glenfont Habitry makes authentic monks habits. I worked for a short time with Brother Phillip He is a former Trappist monk and is now starting a community with other former monks in a more heremitic lifestyle than the Trappists. He is the main tailor for Glenfont as that was his job in Spencer Abbey for over 17 years. His work for mens habits is wonderful and he also makes monastic work hoodies. As for womens habits, he has a way to go.

I have not found anyone who makes good womens habits. I had mine made from a local seamtress who did a wonderful job. My former superior sent me a pattern and this seamstress fitted it for me and made me a habit and pattern to fit me exactly at a reasonable price. It is a true Carmelite habit to the T.

If you look up Glenfont you will find some pics of mens habits. He makes all the habits for the Immaculate conception province of Franciscans as well as some Carthusian, Benedictine, Camaldolese, etc…

Gothic Garments are poor imitations of real Habits especially for women of established orders. The Carmelite habit is very poorly done.

Hope this helps.

Carmelite hermit:christmastree1:
 
CarmeliteHermit said:
Glenfont Habitry makes authentic monks habits. I worked for a short time with Brother Phillip He is a former Trappist monk and is now starting a community with other former monks in a more heremitic lifestyle than the Trappists. He is the main tailor for Glenfont as that was his job in Spencer Abbey for over 17 years. His work for mens habits is wonderful and he also makes monastic work hoodies. As for womens habits, he has a way to go.

I have not found anyone who makes good womens habits. I had mine made from a local seamtress who did a wonderful job. My former superior sent me a pattern and this seamstress fitted it for me and made me a habit and pattern to fit me exactly at a reasonable price. It is a true Carmelite habit to the T.

If you look up Glenfont you will find some pics of mens habits. He makes all the habits for the Immaculate conception province of Franciscans as well as some Carthusian, Benedictine, Camaldolese, etc…

Gothic Garments are poor imitations of real Habits especially for women of established orders. The Carmelite habit is very poorly done.

Hope this helps.

Carmelite hermit:christmastree1:
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Glenfort is more expensive the Glory and Praise. Glory and Praise makes our habits and they are good quality fabrics and well made.

Christmas blessings to all

Br. JR, OSF :christmastree1:
 
hello and a happy easter i dont know if this thread is out of date but for people who are still looking may I take this opportunity to tell all that i visited a site called Nunsveilshabits.com and they made my hermits habit perfectly, the price was extremely reasonable and i have to say I am thrilled here is the link if you want itnunsveilshabits.com
 
Remarkedly after receiving my money. This site has dissappeared and all her contact emails as wqell. Just lost 180 uro. Do not deal with her:(:mad:
 
lvigil55 said:
I make habits for the benedictines. Contact me if interested.
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Hello Ivigil55, are you still making habits???, we are a small new foundation in Florida in the process of changing our habits to a Third Order Regular format in brown… are you able to make something like that and how much will each habit cost…?

thank you

Br. Haddy, TOR
 
Haddy said:
Hello Ivigil55, are you still making habits???, we are a small new foundation in Florida in the process of changing our habits to a Third Order Regular format in brown… are you able to make something like that and how much will each habit cost…?

thank you

Br. Haddy, TOR
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May I wholeheartedly recommend Chapel Gallery from Canada? sccg@mail.com They are skilled and fast and cost less than others. All habits and other garments. I have been using them for years with great satisfaction. They do not advertise but go by recommendations and word of mouth and have supplied many in Orders.

email them at sccg@mail.com
 
Rosebud77 said:
May I wholeheartedly recommend Chapel Gallery from Canada? sccg@mail.com They are skilled and fast and cost less than others. All habits and other garments. I have been using them for years with great satisfaction. They do not advertise but go by recommendations and word of mouth and have supplied many in Orders.

email them at sccg@mail.com
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Do they have a website or something where we might see their price range or something? That would be helpfull 🙂
 
Sorry re delay in replying. No they deal with each on a very personal basis and will make whatever a client asks for. No off the peg! Email and see
 
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