When it comes to electing leaders, no one does it as spectacularly as the Catholics. When a pope is no longer in the Vatican, all the cardinals get together in a super-secret group to decide who will be chosen to lead the Catholic church. If the cardinals vote and don't come to a consensus, they'll burn the ballots and send black smoke through a special chimney to let Vatican City know that the decision is still up in the air. If the 115 cardinals agree on a leader, they'll send out white smoke to let the good news be known. You might not have been voted into a leadership position by 115 holy men but you can still dress just like the pope with this papal mitre hat! This tall pure white hat is trimmed with a brilliant gold fabric. A veil hangs behind the crown for an extra dramatic take. The interior of the hat has a size adjuster to make sure it fits a range of head sizes. Whatever you wear this hat with, you're sure to be a blessing to any occasion you arrive at! The costume is not included. This mitre also looks great for St. Nicholas at Christmas time. Other religious costumes and accessories (cross necklaces, staffs...) are sold separately on our page – subject to availability.