A surplice is a loose-fitting white garment, usually worn by priests or choir members during religious ceremonies. It is often worn over a cassock and has wide sleeves. Full definition
«Buckminster Fuller, German Dada artist Hannah Höch, and Russian constructivists provided an unlikely confluence of inspiration for Popomomo's spring 2009 collection, resulting in hemp - muslin apron dresses with color - block prints and peekaboo backs, oversize drop - sleeve blouses with handprinted macrame patterns, and soy / organic cotton frocks with surplice necklines and cheeky half - moon cutouts. (treehugger.com)
Soft jersey knit fabric sweeps down fitted three - quarter length sleeves into a wrapping surplice bodice with tying sash belt. (divinelifestyle.com)
This A line and V collar surplice dress from Zaful is super simple and very elegant. (thestyleride.com)