"This is all not about having brands in church or indulging in the fashion of the moment, but about wearing something beautiful to give glory to God," said Mogavero.
Armani has created four vestments for the new church, in green, white, red and purple.
"They are tasteful, made from a sober type of silk and give an idea of the solemnity of the occasion," said Mogavero, who was appointed the bishop of Mazara del Vallo, in Sicily, four years ago.
Mogavero's designer wear follows reports that Pope Benedict enjoyes his red Prada shoes, although the Vatican daily L'Osservatore Romano denied this, pointing out that the shoes in question were in fact made by an Italian artisan. "The Pope is not dressed by Prada but by Christ," the newspaper stated.
Is there a problem with people of the church enjoying fashion? Are Christian values and designer clothing compatible?
