I think the difference is that trains were detachable extensions to a gown
(usually women's wear) and that robes were the cermonial "capes" that were part
of the Royal Regalia.
Kathleen, who is working on Maud's Robe.?
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Subject: [h-cost] Robe or train???I feel so silly asking this question. I am
working on photos of coronation
costume photos for Mardi Gras. I am looking for the correct term to use for
the detachable train (?) worn by the king and queen. You may view the
questionable piece here:
http://www.costumegallery.com/MardiGras/2010/Mobile/Museum/Queen1/P1100236me
d.jpg I have checked my costume dictionaries and the "train" definition
seems to fit better than robe. I have heard it called both ways. What the
correct word to use?
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