Customization Options for the Alphonsus

Stole Cut Style

• The Tailored Stole Signature Cut (recommended)

• The Classic Cut (photos of the Alphonsus are made in the Classic Cut)

The Tailored Stole Signature Cut was created by Andrea Farley after interviews with priests. A common complaint was of the stole either cutting into the back of the neck or creeping up the neck. Some priests also noted the challenge of stoles shifting side-to-side. The Tailored Stole Signature Cut is an attempt to address these challenges. The top portion of the neck cut has been narrowed to allow it to lay flat on the wearer's upper back without cutting into or creeping up the neck. It also reduces the chance of side-to-side shifting as it fits snugly around the shoulders rather than perching on the top of the shoulders. This cut looks good on men and women alike, and both men and women have reported it feeling more comfortable and secure.

The Classic Cut is a wider, more traditional stole cut. It has a curved neck cut that "stands up" against the back of the neck -- a good choice if there is a desire for embellishment (such as a cross embroidery) on that portion of the stole.

Stole Length

This stole is made to order to your custom length.

The easiest way to find you preferred stole length is to try some on and measure an existing stole that you love the length of. The way to measure it is from the neck seam down one stole length.

If that option is not feasible, a tape measure and a friend work just fine. Be sure to stand tall and hold the tape measure to the back base of your neck. Have your friend find your measurement at the point you want your stole to end.

Lining Fabric Color Choice

The Lining Fabric refers to the fabric on the reverse side of the stole. Each stole comes with a number of suggested color choices for the lining fabric, but requests for different colors can be made.

The suggested Lining Fabric colors for the Alphonsus are:

• Dark Purple Kona Cotton

• Pewter Kona Cotton

• Soft Silver Kona Cotton

Embroidery Thread Color

The Alphonsus has embroidery stitching on the stained glass panes, and the Embroidery Thread Color is a customization option. The color shown is Silver, but there are numerous other options, including Gold, Antique Gold, Bronze, White, Black, Navy Blue, etc. Please make your Embroidery Thread Color request in the place provided during checkout.

Base Fabric Color

The Base Fabric Color on the Alphonsus is a customization option. The color shown as the main stole color is Soft Silver Kona Cotton. Kindly make your Base Fabric color request in the provided space during checkout.

The recommended colors for the Base Fabric of the Alphonsus are:

• Soft Silver Kona Cotton (shown)

• True White Kona Cotton

• Snow Kona Cotton (soft white, not off-white)