What Are Chasubles with Saints?
Chasubles with saints are liturgical vestments whose embroidery carries the image or attributes of a canonized saint — a chasuble (the outermost vestment worn by the priest at Mass) decorated with the likeness of a holy figure. A patron saint is a saint regarded as the heavenly advocate of a place, craft or group. The garment is worn over the alb and the stole. Our collection currently numbers 142 saint chasubles, from $192 to $1,169.
How Much Do Chasubles with Saints Cost?
The price of a chasuble with a saint in this collection runs from $192 to $1,169. Most models sit in the lower half of the range: 109 of the 142 are priced under $300. The entry point is a simpler design such as Chasuble "Holy Trinity" — $192; the most ornate piece here, Embroidered Saint Lawrence Chasuble – Red — $1,169, is at the top of the range. Price reflects the fabric, the amount of embroidery and the complexity of the figure; each product page states the exact price and what is included.
Which Saints Are Depicted on These Chasubles?
The listings name the saint directly, so the collection covers a wide spread of patrons — more than 25 different saints and devotional figures appear in the product names. The most frequently repeated are St. Peter and St. Paul (22 models), St. John Paul II (17 models) and St. Joseph (12 models). Other named figures include St. Anthony of Padua (5 models), the Holy Family (5 models), St. Francis (4 models), St. Faustina (4 models), St. Michael the Archangel, St. Nicholas, St. Lawrence, St. Martin, St. Charbel, St. Carlo Acutis, St. Therese, St. Stanislaus, St. Barbara, St. Padre Pio, St. Christopher, St. Rita, St. Florian, St. Maximilian Kolbe, St. Anna, St. Sebastian, St. Ambrose, St. Vincent de Paul, St. John the Baptist, St. Clare, the Guardian Angel and Christ the King.
Choosing a saint is usually a question of whose feast the vestment is meant for: the patron of the parish, the titular of the church, or the personal devotion of the priest offering it.
What Do the Symbols on a Saint Chasuble Mean?
The figure is usually identified by an attribute held or placed beside the saint: keys for St. Peter, a sword for St. Paul or St. Lawrence, a lily for St. Joseph or St. Anthony, roses for St. Therese, a staff and book for St. Francis, or a sword and scales for St. Michael. These attributes are not decoration for its own sake; they are a visual shorthand that lets the congregation recognise the saint and the feast being celebrated. Our guide to saint symbols on vestments explains the most common attributes.
Liturgical Colours for Saint Chasubles
The colour of the chasuble follows the liturgical colour of the day, not the colour of the saint's image. In the Roman Rite, white or gold is used for solemnities and feasts of the Lord, Our Lady and saints who were not martyrs; red for Pentecost, Good Friday, the apostles and martyrs; green for Ordinary Time; purple for Advent and Lent; rose for Gaudete and Laetare Sunday; and black or purple for funerals and All Souls in places where that custom is permitted. A red chasuble with St. Peter and St. Paul or St. Lawrence therefore belongs to their martyrs' feasts, while a white or gold chasuble with St. Joseph suits his solemnities. The red, ecru, white, green, purple and gold collections group the vestments by colour.
When to Wear a Chasuble with a Saint
A saint chasuble is most closely tied to the feast of the saint it depicts and to a parish patronal feast, but it can also be worn for the votive Mass of that saint, a parish anniversary, an ordination anniversary, a pilgrimage or a day of devotion. Where a design carries a broader theme — Christ the King, the Holy Spirit, the Guardian Angel — it is not tied to one calendar day. In every case the liturgical colour of the celebration takes precedence over the colour of the image.
The Image on the Chasuble
The image may sit on the front, on the back, or on both sides, and it may be a full figure, a medallion or a smaller motif within the orphrey. A large figure is easier to read from the back of a church and suits a solemn Mass; a smaller medallion is quieter for a chapel or a weekday Mass. The parts of a chasuble guide explains how the image, orphrey, cross and borders work together.
Roman and Gothic Cuts
The collection includes Gothic-cut models, which are wider and drape more fully over the shoulders. For the more fitted Roman cut, see the separate Roman chasuble collection; the Roman vs Gothic chasuble guide compares the two shapes. The cut changes the silhouette, not the saint: the same figure can be embroidered on either shape.
Materials and Embroidery
The saint's figure and its framing are produced by embroidery and applied decoration on a liturgical fabric. Fabric descriptions that appear in the product names here include rosette (12 models), damask (2), velvet (1) and glitter fabric (1). The embroidery is what carries the image, and the exact technique and finish are named on each individual product page. If you need a fabric that is not listed, contact us before ordering and we will confirm what is available.
Sizes and Fit
Chasuble sizes are not universal: a Gothic cut and a Roman cut of the same label can sit differently on the shoulders. Each product page states the measurements for that model, and the chasuble sizes and fit guide explains how to measure a priest and compare the two shapes. Check the measurements before ordering, especially for a parish with several celebrants.
Care and Storage
Store the chasuble clean, dry and away from direct sunlight; a breathable garment bag reduces dust while letting the fabric rest. Avoid folding directly across a raised embroidered figure, and inspect the neckline and seams before major feasts. Our guide to caring for embroidered vestments covers washing, storage and repair in more detail.
How Do I Choose a Chasuble with a Saint?
- Start from the feast. Decide whose feast or which patronal feast the vestment is for — that fixes the saint, and often the liturgical colour of the day.
- Decide the cut. Gothic is wider and fuller; Roman is narrower and more fitted. Pick the silhouette before comparing embroidery.
- Check the figure. Each listing names the saint and shows the design, so you can confirm the image before ordering.
- Mind the fabric. Rosette, damask, velvet and glitter finishes appear in this collection; the fabric affects both the look and how the piece is cleaned.
- Ask about a missing saint. If the saint you need is not listed, contact us with the figure and the intended liturgical colour; we will confirm what is possible and the lead time.
Are These Chasubles Only for a Saint's Feast Day?
No. A saint chasuble is most closely tied to the feast of the saint it depicts and to a patronal feast, but it can also be worn for the votive Mass of that saint or on a day of devotion. Where a design carries a broader theme — Christ the King, the Holy Spirit, the Guardian Angel — it is not tied to one calendar day.
Q: Can a deacon wear a chasuble with a saint?
A: No. The chasuble is the vestment of the priest celebrant at Mass; a deacon wears a dalmatic instead. The dalmatic vs chasuble guide explains the difference.
Q: Where are these saint chasubles made?
A: They are made in Poland. Each product page names the fabric, the figure and the cut of the individual model.
Q: Do the chasubles come with a matching stole?
A: The listing for each model states what is included. Where a matching stole is part of the set, it is named on the product page. For stoles with a patron saint, see the stoles with saints collection.
Q: What is the difference between a saint chasuble and a Marian chasuble?
A: A saint chasuble carries the image of a canonized saint or a devotional figure; a Marian chasuble is built around Our Lady and her symbols. Both follow the liturgical colour of the day.
Q: Which liturgical colour should I choose for a saint's feast?
A: Follow the colour prescribed for the celebration: white or gold for non-martyr saints and Marian feasts, red for martyrs, apostles and Pentecost, green for Ordinary Time, purple for Advent and Lent, and rose for Gaudete and Laetare Sunday. The colour of the image does not override the colour of the day.
Q: Can a saint chasuble be worn outside the saint's feast?
A: Yes, when the devotion is pastorally appropriate and the liturgical colour matches the day. A parish named after a saint may use it for an anniversary, a pilgrimage or a school Mass connected with the patron.
Q: How should I store a chasuble with embroidery?
A: Store it clean, dry and away from direct sunlight, preferably in a breathable garment bag. Avoid folding across the embroidered figure and inspect the neckline and seams before major feasts. See our care guide for details.
Q: Do you ship to the United States?
A: Yes. Orders are shipped from Poland; the shipping information page lists the available services and estimated delivery times for the United States and other destinations.
Q: How do I measure for a chasuble?
A: Measure the priest's back length and width across the shoulders, then compare those measurements with the product page. The sizing guide explains the steps and the difference between Roman and Gothic fit.
Browse More Catholic Vestments
Alongside saint chasubles we stock the full range of embroidered liturgical chasubles, Marian chasubles, Roman chasubles, semi-Gothic chasubles, copes and dalmatics. For background, read our guides to the history of the chasuble, how to choose a chasuble and how much a chasuble costs.
Looking for a saint in the traditional fitted cut? See the Roman chasuble collection for Latin Mass vestments.
Related: For the Sacrament of Marriage, see our wedding chasubles — 5 models from $242.
