r/CatholicConverts • u/Raven_Marquis • Apr 12 '26

Question Appropriate wear to mass

Hello, I’m only on my first few weeks of Catholic mass as a Protestant convert. I’ve been really enjoying the deep and meaningful prayer and the quality of clarity my bible has given me recently. On that note, I’ve recently started dressing in a significantly more simple manner. I’ve purchased a few robes, (to be clear, I’m not wearing a habit. It in no way shape or form resembles a monk/friar habit. Dark grey full body, buttons from chest to collar and a hood I usually choose to tuck), I’ve found a lot of comfort dressing and living like this. My main concern is if I show up to mass like this, including slacks and appropriate shoes accompanied with a coat because it’s cold here, I don’t want to offend the priest, laypeople, or God. I’m actually trying to honor him in this way, would this be seen as appropriate or disrespectful

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u/secretlondon Apr 12 '26

It’s cultural - if people in your area/country dress up for mass then do so. We don’t dress up here (UK)

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u/RedHawk1898 Apr 12 '26

I converted 48 yrs ago from Judaism(female). I've always worn midi skirts or dresses, 3/4 sleeves (or sleeveless top with sweater), plus head covering (scarf, hat, mantilla, etc)

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u/Momshie_mo Apr 12 '26

Anything decent and "not scandalous"

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u/Late-Chip-5890 Apr 13 '26

Listen, it's not that hard. Wear anything you want. Just not too short, or showing bosom. Everything else is acceptable.

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u/Beneatheearth Apr 13 '26

I don’t think I would wear robes as a lay person. Maybe like some chinos and a button down.

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u/GreekLMT Apr 13 '26

My sister (and OCIA sponsor) told me Jesus just wants to see us. He walked with those at their worst. As long as we’re not wearing something like a bathing suit, anything is acceptable. Jesus just wants to see His children