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 Inverness cape, a sleeveless topcoat, common with Highland dress. | |
| Type | Outer garment |
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A cape is a clothing accessory or a sleeveless outer garment of any length that hangs loosely and connects either at the neck or shoulders. They usually cover the back, shoulders, and arms. They come in a variety of styles[1] and have been used throughout history for many different reasons.
- ^ Picken, Mary Brooks (2013-07-24). A Dictionary of Costume and Fashion: Historic and Modern. Courier Corporation. pp. 51–53. ISBN 978-0-486-14160-2.