LDS Church Introduces New Garment Styles for Members

Author: Vanessa Rooney

Vanessa is an Australian LDS lifestyle blogger. Landed in Salt Lake City, Utah, Vanessa is a wife and mother of three children.

Sleeveless garments for LDS Members

I can’t express enough how excited I am about the new garment changes for member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Living in Australia during the summertime was difficult with the previous garment restrictions.

Because of the hot climate weather clothes were either dresses that were short with a sleeve or no sleeve and longer in length. I couldn’t with either way.

The church says that the release of new garment styles designed to better meet the needs of its members worldwide. The update reflects the Churchโ€™s ongoing commitment to ensuring garments are comfortable, functional, and suitable for diverse climates and lifestyles.

Whats New

  • Sleeveless garment tops!
  • Dress undergarment

I have been saying forever that I wanted a dress garment to sleep in at night. I even gave the church feedback on the garments about introducing dresses. Voila they are here.

Improved Design Features

The new garment styles incorporate feedback from members, focusing on enhancing fabric quality, fit, and durability. Key updates include:

  • Breathable Fabrics: Materials designed to improve comfort in warm climates.
  • Enhanced Fit: Adjustments to provide better support and flexibility for both men and women.
  • Durable Construction: Improvements to stitching and fabric longevity.

These changes aim to ensure that garments continue to serve as a meaningful expression of members’ covenants while being practical for everyday use.

Global Availability

The updated garments will be made available in Church Distribution Centers and online through the Churchโ€™s official website. The garments are released in the Philippines and Asia first and then will continue to roll out globally.

A Thoughtful Process

Church representatives emphasized the extensive thought and care that went into the design updates. โ€œWe listened carefully to member feedback from around the world,โ€ a spokesperson said. โ€œThese changes reflect our commitment to supporting members in honoring their covenants while accommodating their daily needs.โ€

Continuing a Sacred Tradition

The introduction of new garment styles underscores the Churchโ€™s dedication to preserving the sacredness of temple clothing while addressing practical considerations for members.

As members begin to access the new styles, the Church continues to provide resources for understanding the sacred role garments play in daily life, emphasizing their spiritual significance alongside practical improvements.

Wanting to learn more about temple garments? Watch the below video:

What do you think about the new garments? Which one will you try?

Vanessa Rooney

LDS Mum