https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/proposed-funeral-outfit Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 08 May 2026 01:54:56 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/proposed-funeral-outfit#post-937619 Tue, 21 May 2013 00:57:43 +0000 Transcona Shannon 937619@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Your choices are lovely and appropriate Deb and you will look beautiful. Sending you and your family all sorts of strength to get through a difficult day. My heart will be with yours https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/proposed-funeral-outfit#post-937601 Tue, 21 May 2013 00:41:19 +0000 Jenava 937601@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I think this outfit would be perfect.&nbsp; I like the mod coat and the clutch very much as well.&nbsp; Thinking of you and your husband and wishing you strength and comfort.<br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/proposed-funeral-outfit#post-937453 Mon, 20 May 2013 21:21:10 +0000 T-Rex 937453@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I like the white tipping on the second coat. <br /><br />Also, it is completely appropriate to wear something that the deceased liked on you. So if you have a piece of jewelry or a scarf or something like that that&nbsp;your sister-in-law&nbsp;complimented you on, you may want to see if you can work it into your outfit. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/proposed-funeral-outfit#post-937423 Mon, 20 May 2013 20:30:34 +0000 Inge 937423@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ All the options are very stylish and completely appropriate. I agree that making the final decision tomorrow morning is a good idea.<br /><br />I am so sorry for your loss, Deborah, and will be thinking of you and your family. Wishing you lots of strength.&nbsp; https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/proposed-funeral-outfit#post-937308 Mon, 20 May 2013 18:08:26 +0000 bj1111 937308@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ either option is fine.<br /><br />thinking of you and your BIL. &nbsp;losing family is always hard, no matter how expected. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/proposed-funeral-outfit#post-937036 Mon, 20 May 2013 14:38:30 +0000 Angie 937036@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Whatever you wear, you'll look fab and be a pillar of strength to your family. Much love. xox<br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/proposed-funeral-outfit#post-937012 Mon, 20 May 2013 14:12:01 +0000 Ingunn 937012@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Deborah, you have it all sorted out, and whatever you decide in the end&nbsp;will be appropriate, I'm sure. Both coats are very good choices, and the topper will go with both pants and the skirt. The necklace is very pretty but not will not add&nbsp;too much brightness for the occasion. Best of luck with your obligations tomorrow. Undoubtedly, you provide invaluable support for your family, especially for your DH.&nbsp;You will be in my thoughts. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/proposed-funeral-outfit#post-936985 Mon, 20 May 2013 13:31:12 +0000 Anonymous 936985@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Any is the outfits you are thinking of sound appropriate. Your family has probably come to expect to see you dressed up and your husband will be in a suit. The top with pants as shown in #1 looks like a good choice if it is cold. Wear the warmer coat. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/proposed-funeral-outfit#post-936976 Mon, 20 May 2013 13:17:24 +0000 Anonymous 936976@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I never worry too much about funerals, because I think as long I am wearing something modest and dark, I am ok. People like you and me will never be in a shortage of black The only thing I don't do anymore is to wear a favorite piece. I seem to be one of those people, who&nbsp;"charge" items of clothing with emotions or recollections of sad events. I still can't seem to be able to wear this amazing Kate Spade pumps I wore to my father in law's funeral. They make me too sad. <br />I think either choice looks like the ticket. I am sorry to hear about your loss. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/proposed-funeral-outfit#post-936948 Mon, 20 May 2013 11:51:59 +0000 sarah 936948@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Deborah, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family. What you've chosen seems very appropriate.<br /><br />*hugs* https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/proposed-funeral-outfit#post-936947 Mon, 20 May 2013 11:49:19 +0000 Lantana 936947@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Is it going to be wet, too? We are expecting bucket loads of rain. It's coming from the north and the west. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/proposed-funeral-outfit#post-936944 Mon, 20 May 2013 11:38:18 +0000 Deborah 936944@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lantana, such wisdom. There is a chance I will get up in the morning and just "see" exactly what I want to wear:). I have hemmed my new black pants so they are ready (it's going to be cold) and my skirt is ready so I will decide in the morning. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/proposed-funeral-outfit#post-936942 Mon, 20 May 2013 11:34:41 +0000 Lantana 936942@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Deborah, my sincere condolences on losing your sister in law.<br /> It's a fraught time for a family and I think planning an outfit is a good idea.<br /> You might find your mood calls for something different when tomorrow dawns; happily, you have a flexible wardrobe that will give you the outfit you need for the day. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/proposed-funeral-outfit#post-936902 Mon, 20 May 2013 07:50:06 +0000 carolbee 936902@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Deborah, any of these options will be fine. &nbsp;Go with what will feel most comfortable. &nbsp;I'm sure you are being a great support for your DH and MIL. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/proposed-funeral-outfit#post-936900 Mon, 20 May 2013 07:35:53 +0000 Deborah 936900@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thanks Ladies. &nbsp;I may not be communicating well today:) &nbsp;What I meant to say &nbsp;is that a "suited" look&nbsp;probably isn't necessary in this instance. &nbsp;For funerals I tend to wear a more tailored, corporate look. &nbsp;Im not specifically going for 'casual' as I still want to look dressed up. &nbsp;But even the skirt/oversized sweater combo will be dressy for this particular crowd:)<br /><br />Pants might be a good option with the oversized sweater Denise, thank you. &nbsp;Particularly if it's cold. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/proposed-funeral-outfit#post-936898 Mon, 20 May 2013 07:07:31 +0000 Hil 936898@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I think that the outfit is very appropriate - wishing you strength for the day! x https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/proposed-funeral-outfit#post-936886 Mon, 20 May 2013 06:25:35 +0000 Scarlet 936886@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think this sounds perfect. I am so sorry for your loss. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/proposed-funeral-outfit#post-936885 Mon, 20 May 2013 06:24:26 +0000 CocoLion 936885@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I think your outfit sounds perfect. &nbsp;If you want to tone it down a notch, you can wear the slim trousers as shown in #1. &nbsp;I prefer the coat with the white tipping, it has a less formal feel that makes sense for your gathering. &nbsp;Since DH is wearing a suit, I like that you will be dressed to his level but not in an LBD which can appear more formal than a skirt outfit. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/proposed-funeral-outfit#post-936877 Mon, 20 May 2013 05:20:36 +0000 Lyn D. 936877@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Your outfit choices look and sound very suitable Deborah.<br />If you are concerned about being over-dressed I guess the pants would be an option, but it is better to be comfortable with so much on your plate!<br />Sending my good wishes and thoughts too. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/proposed-funeral-outfit#post-936869 Mon, 20 May 2013 04:11:02 +0000 Beth Ann 936869@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Your outfit sounds lovely, practical and appropriate.&nbsp; Praying that the day is full of healthy remembrance and sharing.<br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/proposed-funeral-outfit#post-936868 Mon, 20 May 2013 04:08:19 +0000 Caro in Oz 936868@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ The knit &amp; skirt sound perfect - more casual than a jacket but still very&nbsp;stylish. &nbsp;Either coat would work but I like the mod one.<br /><br />I'll be thinking of you tomorrow - big hugs. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/proposed-funeral-outfit#post-936867 Mon, 20 May 2013 04:05:29 +0000 Deborah 936867@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Anna, thank you! &nbsp;I think we have to work towards a Aussie meet up in the not to distant future. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/proposed-funeral-outfit#post-936860 Mon, 20 May 2013 03:52:51 +0000 annaj 936860@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I love either option. I think the square sweater will be easier (more comfortable) to wear than a shirt/blazer combination, so I'd lean towards that. The sweater also "casualises" the outfit a little, without being unstylish (it's a gorgeous sweater!). Once again I am sorry for your loss. I wish I lived a little closer and I'd feel like I could help you through this difficult time.&nbsp;<br /><br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/proposed-funeral-outfit#post-936858 Mon, 20 May 2013 03:51:10 +0000 Deborah 936858@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Parsley &amp; Suz,thanks for your speedy reponses:) &nbsp;Thankfully my wardrobe is in good shape so its just a matter of making a choice. &nbsp;I am hemming my new black trousers 'just in case' but the comfort of the skirt outfit is calling out to me:) Unfortunately my both my funeral appropriate black dresses are feeling a tad to tight at the moment, otherwise one of those would have been the simple choice...need to exercise lol https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/proposed-funeral-outfit#post-936855 Mon, 20 May 2013 03:48:14 +0000 Suz 936855@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Your outfit would be completely appropriate, Deborah. And since it may be a difficult occasion for all kinds of reasons, it's important for you to feel extra comfortable.&nbsp;<br /><br />That is such a beautiful necklace, by the way.&nbsp; https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/proposed-funeral-outfit#post-936843 Mon, 20 May 2013 03:37:02 +0000 Parsley 936843@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think your proposed outfit would be completely appropriate.<br /> Either coat looks fine to me. You may very well be overdressed compared to others, but so be it. You can't control them, but you can dress appropriately for the occasion yourself.</p> <p>I'm so sorry for your loss. Sending thoughts and prayers to you and your family in this difficult time. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/proposed-funeral-outfit#post-936841 Mon, 20 May 2013 03:24:11 +0000 Deborah 936841@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Hi Ladies,<br /><br />Your support has been so appreciated this week.. thank you.<br /><br />I am just deciding what to wear tomorrow and I find I am steering away from a jacket/blazer based combination which would be my usual, however my SIL's friends are all probably best described as a RATE (not necessarily as&nbsp;in our style definition) so we are not really expecting men in suits etc. So what I am saying is I think it's going to be a relatively casual affair. &nbsp;My husband's family are also very casual. &nbsp;However DH is wearing a suit.<br /><br />So do you think this outfit would be suitable.<br /><br /><ul><li>oversized square sweater top #1</li><li>ponte knit knee length pencil skirt #2</li><li>Silver necklace (would sit against the neckline of the black sweater, I wear it lower than a choker) #3</li><li>wedge heel booties (maybe black &nbsp;hose)</li><li>topped with either my black satin trench with white tipping #5&nbsp;or</li><li>my slighty mod inspired coat in #4<br /><br />ETA : &nbsp;would carry my black and silver clutch? #6</li></ul>Im not trying to talk myself up but I am always 'overdressed' at family events, and I think the coat will add the necessary structure. &nbsp;It is cold and raining here at the moment and tomorrow is expected to be the same.<br /><br />The alternative is to wear a black pant suit. &nbsp;Slim (not skinny) leg trousers with a blouse and Im leaning towards my black boyfriend jacket if I go that way.<br /><br />We are hosting the lunch at the church after the service, so I will need to be comfortable and feel free to move about,&nbsp;&nbsp;and I need happy&nbsp;feet.<br /><br />Appreciate your thoughts.<br /><br />Thanks in anticipation.<br />xxx Deborah