How do Knights dress?
In ancient times, Knights wore battle uniforms–the armor and chain mail, sometimes covered with a mantle. In modern times, the mantle survives as the knightly cloak worn over evening dress–the tuxedo for men and evening gowns for women. Knights also wear decorations that indicate the various ranks held in the Order: for rank one, the chest medallian; for rank two, the neck medallian; for ranks three or four, silver or gold breast stars, respectively; for the fifth rank, the broad ribbon often called the “baldrick”; and, finally, for the highest rank, the metallic collar.
