To commemorate and worthily dignify the Holy Mass presided over by Pope Leo XIV on the occasion of the 125th Anniversary of the Dedication of the Church of Sant'Anselmo, Abbot Primate Jeremias Schröder retained the services of the renowned Atelier LAVS to create a bespoke set of ceremonial vestments and accompanying accoutrements. The decision to commission this new set underscored the importance of this milestone for the Benedictine Confederation and its principal seat of learning in Rome. It also reflected the relative poverty of the existing vestments available. What follows is a summary of the artistic vision guiding LAVS’ work for this significant liturgical celebration.

The Italian atelier, whose name is both the acronym for Laboratory Atelier Sacred Vestments and the Latin word for "Praise," was founded in 2001 by the eclectic Filippo Sorcinelli. An artisan, artist, organist, and perfumer, Sorcinelli had considered becoming a priest but discovered tailoring as another profound way to serve the Lord. The atelier built its reputation for high quality and flawless products, quickly growing after its initial conception. Its sophisticated ceremonial wear has drawn global attention; Pope Francis, for example, wore a magnificent chasuble handcrafted by the atelier when he presided over the Mass for the solemn inauguration of his Pontificate on 19 March 2013.

The design rationale for the Sant'Anselmo vestments was noble simplicity on one hand, but should also reflect and match the style of the church itself. While the atelier’s signature style is strictly geometric, inspired by the Middle Ages and based on the triangle, circle, and square, the bespoke set drew specific inspiration from the church’s own architectural appointments. The designs directly reflect the geometric carvings and the Cross pattern found on the church doors, as well as the intricate rose patterns which decorate the wooden architrave at the entrance and which are associated with the heraldic symbol of our patron saint, St Anselm of Canterbury. This incorporation of the Anselmian material elements ensures the liturgical garments possess an aesthetic congruent with the history and dignity of the place.

All vestments, including chasubles, mitres, and stoles, are handcrafted using only fine Italian materials, such as wool from Biella and silk from Como and Venice. This focus on superior craftsmanship and quality textile sourcing ensures that the external adornment appropriately reflects the dignity of the sacred action being performed. The meticulous process of interpreting ancient patterns and selecting refined materials is central to the atelier's identity.

The decision to mirror the architectural details of Sant'Anselmo in the liturgical garments was particularly fitting for the Dedication Anniversary. By incorporating elements from the doors and the architrave—the threshold and frame of the holy space—the vestments symbolically wrapped the celebration in the very material history of the church. This subtle yet profound connection reinforced the stability and continuity inherent in the Benedictine tradition, linking the sacred action of the Mass directly to the place of its celebration.

The Mass successfully marked the anniversary, serving as a powerful focal point for the Benedictine community worldwide and celebrating the enduring presence of the Confederation in Rome. The exquisite vestments added a layer of profound solemnity to the celebration, clearly visible in the photographs distributed across the Confederation. As noted by the atelier on their mission, this dedication to craft is intended to elevate the liturgy, ensuring that the work is placed "at the service of the beauty of Christian celebration."