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By the late sixteenth century, gowns were no longer in style in Italy except where they were worn to denote a professional station, such as a banker or priest.In 1500s Italy, gowns were also known as camora or by regional names in various locations.[4] The look of the camora changed over time, starting out with a high waist and low neckline at the beginning of the century and gradually becoming low-waisted and high-necked by the end.[4] Italian women also wore an overgown called a vestito or a roba.[5] In turn, these might be covered by a robone which was lined with fabrics or furs for warmth.[5]