Cape Verde is a small group of islands off the west coast of Africa, colonized by the Portuguese in the 15th century. The islands suffer from droughts and have minimal resources, but are working to improve their economy through fishing, tourism, and private sector development. The population is declining, with more Cape Verdeans living outside […]
Brevard County, Florida, home to Cape Canaveral and the Kennedy Space Center, received the area code 321 in 1999, reflecting the countdown to liftoff. The county has a population of over 500,000 and a median household income of $40,099. As the number of telephones in the United States grew in the 1990s, telephone companies and […]
Cycling capes are garments worn in bad weather, featuring a hood and attached to the front of the garment. They were once performance garments but are now worn for fashion. Rain jackets and vests are now more popular due to their tighter fit and breathability. A cycling cape is a garment worn when riding a […]
A stole cape is a women’s fashion accessory worn loosely around the shoulders, often made of fur or other materials like wool or cashmere. It can be dressed up or down, paired with skirts or jeans, and is available in a variety of colors and styles. Some stole capes feature embellishments like ostrich feathers or […]
The capeline helmet, derived from Ottoman Turkish helmets, was worn by medieval archers and post-Renaissance musketeers. The lobster tail pot, a type of capeline, was used by Oliver Cromwell’s Calvary and the London Locusts during the English Civil War. Capelines have also been worn under wide-brimmed hats and some women’s hats are referred to as […]
Capes are sleeveless outer garments that fasten at the throat and fall down the wearer’s back. They are typically more fashionable than functional, made from fancy materials. Capes have ancient origins and are related to cloaks and chaperones. They are associated with superheroes and worn as a fashionable accessory or for uniform protection. Formal capes […]
Cape-style ponchos are a popular bohemian fashion item with a shorter side length and fringe along the hemline. They are usually made from wool or knit fabrics and have a front closure with a hood. Unlike traditional capes, they do not have slits on the sides. A cape-style poncho is generally used to describe a […]
