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Cassock & Ryassa
2 itemsThe cassock and ryassa are the everyday garments of Orthodox clergy and monastics — the close-fitting inner cassock (podriasnik / anteri) worn at all times, and the wide-sleeved outer ryassa (riasa / exorason) worn over it for services and in public. We tailor both to the wearer's measurements in our Florida workshop, in Greek or Russian cut.
Browse the cassocks and ryassa below, or send us measurements for a custom fit in the fabric and weight you need.
Cassock and ryassa: what's the difference?
Orthodox clergy wear two layers. The inner cassock — podriasnik in Russian use, anteri or rasson in Greek — is close-fitting with narrow sleeves, buttoned or wrapped at the front, worn at all times by clergy and monastics. The ryassa (also spelled riasa, riassa, or in Greek the exorason) is the outer garment: fuller in the body, with wide flowing sleeves, worn over the inner cassock for divine services, formal occasions, and any public appearance.
Greek and Russian cut
- Russian cut — the podriasnik is fitted through the body with a gathered or pleated skirt; the outer ryassa has very wide, bell-shaped sleeves.
- Greek cut — the anteri is slimmer and the outer exorason has straighter, deep sleeves; often worn with the wide Greek clerical belt.
Tell us your tradition when you order, or send a photo of a cassock you already wear and we will match the cut.
Fabrics and weight
We make cassocks and ryassa in a range of weights so the garment suits the climate it will serve in: lightweight gabardine and tropical wool blends for summer and warm climates, heavier wool and wool-blend cloth for winter and northern parishes. Standard colour is black, with grey, dark blue, and brown available for those whose tradition or rank uses them. Linings, button styles, and pocket details are all specified when you order.
Measuring for a cassock or ryassa
A well-fitting cassock needs height, neck, shoulder width, sleeve length, chest, waist, and the full garment length from the base of the neck to about an inch above the floor. Our measurements form walks you through each one. Because the ryassa is worn over the inner cassock, we cut it with the right ease so the layers sit cleanly together.
Frequently asked about cassock, ryassa
What is the difference between a cassock and a ryassa?
The cassock (inner cassock, podriasnik, or anteri) is the close-fitting garment with narrow sleeves worn at all times. The ryassa (riasa / exorason) is the wider outer garment with broad sleeves worn over it for services and in public. Most clergy own both and wear them layered.
Do you make Greek-style and Russian-style cassocks?
Both. The Russian podriasnik is fitted with a gathered skirt and the outer ryassa has wide bell sleeves; the Greek anteri is slimmer with a straighter outer exorason. Tell us your tradition when ordering, or send a photo of a cassock you already wear and we will match the cut.
What measurements do you need?
Height, neck, shoulder width, sleeve length, chest, waist, and garment length from the base of the neck to about an inch above the floor. Our form at /measurements/ explains each one. For the outer ryassa we add ease so it sits cleanly over the inner cassock.
What fabric weights and colours are available?
We offer lightweight gabardine and tropical-weight blends for warm climates and heavier wool blends for winter. Standard colour is black; grey, dark blue, and brown are available where tradition or rank calls for them.
How long does a custom cassock or ryassa take?
A made-to-measure cassock or ryassa takes 3-6 weeks. A full layered set (inner cassock plus outer ryassa) takes 5-8 weeks. Tell us any deadline when you order and we will confirm the schedule.
