Alb vs Cassock
The alb and cassock both look like long white robes at first glance, yet they serve different liturgical DNA. One is a baptismal garment; the other is a clerical uniform. Confusing them can derail vestment etiquette, parish budgets, and even rubrical compliance. This guide dissects every layer—history, cut, fabric, symbolism, cost, care, and real-world protocol—so…