What I'm requesting is a blend of the existing robe pieces from the vanilla game or all new robes to better represent the iconic fantasy mage, without turning it into a skimpy armor set or something similar. For example, applying the mantle and coat of the archmage's robe to a regular black or blue robe, and getting rid of the stitches inherent in almost all robes, or importing Oblivion robes or some such.
Because, seriously, Skyrim's robes are hideous.