I understand that modern outer layers are more functional. A leather jacket, for example, can be dressed up or down so as to be worn in a variety of situations. It is also better at keeping you warm.

However, I think capes/cloaks are more aesthetically pleasing garments. It also feels good to have the fabric flowing around you as you walk. But what do you think?

  • surewhynotlem
    453·
    8 months ago

    They’ve just morphed. A poncho is basically a cloak that doesn’t open. A long dress coat is basically a cloak with formal buttons.

    • bionicjoey
      170·
      8 months ago

      A long dress coat is basically a cloak with formal buttons.

      Also sleeves, which are the main difference anyway

      • surewhynotlem
        180·
        8 months ago

        I think this is why the cloak died. Sleeves are just so useful.

        • Comrade GitGud
          113·
          8 months ago

          They can kind of get in the way though. Cloaks could give your arms more freedom of movement if you really need it. I could see a resurgence in military and/or trade uses.