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Why don't we wear capes/cloaks anymore?

I understand that modern outer layers are more functional. A leather jacket, for example, can be dressed up or down so as to be worn in a variety of situations. It is also better at keeping you warm.

However, I think capes/cloaks are more aesthetically pleasing garments. It also feels good to have the fabric flowing around you as you walk. But what do you think?

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  • Practicality of stuff like jackets aside, I feel like they'd be dangerous to wear because they'd get caught up in all sorts of stuff. They'd also get dirty pretty quickly.

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