Once in the presence of the king, some depictions indicate, they would strip down to their loincloths, removing these coveted items and offering them to their host. In full evening dress ladies frequently use the cape as a fashion statement or to protect the wearer or the fine fabrics of their evening-wear from the elements especially where a coat would crushor hidethe garment. In addition, courtly messengers called ebeets were portrayed wearing white cotton cloaks, Spondylus shell ornaments around their necks, and quetzal feathers in their headdresses, which some scholars have suggested was a way of representing them as human tribute packages. These leaves may have been intended to represent those from trees such as allspice, copal, or tobacco, all of which were burned as offerings. Modern capes, however, have been updated by fashion-forward brands and designers, sporting a more stylised look that blends easily with the trends of today. Garments more commonly worn by women in these depictions include huipiles, which cover the shoulders, chest, and hips, and sarongs, which are tied under the arms.Ī style of cape that appears to have been made from leaves was worn exclusively by Maya men with the ch’ajoom hieroglyphic title, who were involved in incense-scattering ceremonies. “Capes and cloaks are often associated with specific social situations in Maya art, and women appear to be portrayed wearing them less frequently than men,” says Langara College archaeologist Cara Tremain. Typically the word cloak implies to a long, loose outer garment often with a hood. They could also be fashioned from more exotic materials, such as jaguar pelts, which reinforced the power and authority of those who wore them. Image from the New York Public Library However, it’s commonly agreed that cloaks fell out of popularity in the 1930s. By the 1900s coats replaced cloaks but not totally. Materials from which cloaks were made became broader and for cloaks were used wool, satin, silk, pleated chiffon, velvet, lace and taffeta fabrics. Capes look nice with dresses and skirts too so you cant really go wrong. In time cloak styles become shorter and in the 1890s, hip-length mantelets were modern. These garments were generally made of woven textiles such as cotton, which could be dyed or painted various colors and decorated with colorful threads. You can find pictures of well-dressed men in capes and cloaks from this period, at least at formal occasions, such as going to the opera, without too much difficulty. A cape will do the job of keeping you warm, while also leaving your arms free.
Ancient Maya men and women wore their capes and cloaks to just above the knee, draped around their shoulders or tied around their necks. When it feels like you wanna try something creative, new, sophisticated and glamour, then go for a cool cape Today I want to share with you chic street.
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