Simar

The simar is a Roman Catholic garment reserved for bishops. It is similar to a cassock, but has a shoulder cape and double sleeves. The simar generally takes the place of the cassock for non-sacred formal wear. The simar is black with colored trim and piping: amaranth for bishops and archbishops and scarlet for cardinals. The Pope wears a solid white simar and never wears a cassock.

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Bishop: A bishop is an ordained member of the Christian clergy who, in certain Christian churches, holds a position of authority....

Cassock: The cassock, an item of clerical clothing, is a long, sheath-like, close-fitting, ankle-length robe worn by clergy members of some Christian denominations. The cassock derives ultimately from the tunic that was formerly worn underneath the toga in classical antiquity....