Quick answer: Advent stoles are usually purple; blue is used in some traditions as a symbol of hope and expectation.
Advent stoles are worn during the four weeks before Christmas. Purple is the traditional colour; blue is used in some traditions as a symbol of hope and expectation.
Why choose Advent stoles?
Advent is a season of waiting, not yet Christmas. A purple or blue stole helps distinguish Advent from the white and gold of Christmas. Look for a deep purple, a stable blue or a subtle two-tone design; keep the embroidery restrained so the colour remains the message.
When to wear them
- First Sunday of Advent through 24 December
- Rorate Masses
- Advent penance services
- Lessons and carols services
- Advent parish missions
Shop Advent stoles
Below are 12 current styles in this colour group. Prices are shown for reference; see each product page for current price, stock and options.
- Deacon's stole purple - Jerusalem crosses embroidery — $68.00
- Purple sermon stole, short, cross-stitched (6) — $68.00
- Deacon's stole with clasp — $79.00
- Priest's stole - Jerusalem Cross (1) — $80.00
- Embroidered stole - liturgical colors (9) — $87.00
- Embroidered stole Jerusalem Cross - liturgical colors (46) — $88.00
- Deacon's stole, purple (22) — $89.00
- Alpha and Omega priest's stole - embroidered (4) — $96.00
- Embroidered stole - liturgical colors (63) — $96.00
- Priest's stole cross and ears - embroidered (5) — $99.00
- Embroidered priest's stole - purple (3) — $100.00
- Priest's stole embroidered Crosses+crosses — $100.00
Prices checked 2026-11-05. Availability and prices may change.
Materials and embroidery
Advent stoles are made in silk, brocade or velvet, with restrained embroidery: a cross, a star, a Marian motif or a simple band. Blue should be deep and stable, not pale. Our stoles are made in Poland; custom embroidery is available on selected styles.
What colour are Advent stoles?
Purple is the traditional colour; blue is used in some traditions as a symbol of hope and expectation.
Can blue be used in Advent?
Yes, in some Anglican, Lutheran and other traditions blue is used alongside or instead of purple. Follow local custom.
When do Advent stoles start?
They are worn from the First Sunday of Advent through 24 December, including Rorate Masses and Advent penance services.
