black dress=funeral?

krista613

so im online shopping for a homecoming dress (my husbands homecoming from iraq, im not in HS lol) and found this really cute dress on anne taylor loft. and id be able to wear it for both my baby showers etc.

but id probably wear it with black shoes for homecoming because im not going out and buying another pair of shoes... would i look too funeralish? if i add a few cute bangles would it look less harsh? its such a happy occasion, i dont want to be like "oh hey im wearing all black, yeah its summer, but clearly I don't care, i like the funeral look"

when id wear it for my baby shower id probably pair it with a beige cardigan and id probably wear these really cute leopard flats i have so thats not something im worried about...

so yeah silly question but if im gonna spend like 90 bucks on a dress id better be sure! 

mtbowlin

As long as you're comfortable go for it! Could you add some colorful/chunky jewelry to it? Even just one necklace can change the whole look.

izzourclue

Little black dresses are appropriate for all occasions (including weddings IMO).  If you think its too black, pair it with some bright shoes or a purse.  Maybe some colorful jewelry.  

KeriMac

FWIW, I wear a ton of black, and that dress would be appropriate for lots of occasions.  I agree with others about adding colorful jewelry.  Sounds exciting!!!

DaniGirl0517

My favorite accessory to pull an outfit together with a pop of color or to make the fit look better is a sash (for lack of a better term) under the breasts to give it an empire look.  I have a black belt sorta stretchy thing that came on one dress but I use it on many outfits.  I also have a gold piece of fabric that has a ribbon coming off of each corner.  I just tie it together behind me and it always dresses something up enough.  Anyway, that's just what's worked for me.  I wear a lot of black outfits and black shoes and no one has ever accused me of looking like I was going to a funeral.  HTH.

Also, if I haven't said it to you before thank you to your husband for his service to our country, and thank you also!  Being a military wife is a hard job but I know it helps your man do his job better by having your support.  Thank you.

Molluskwrangler

I wore a black dress to a wedding a few weeks ago, I wore a colorful barrette, it's one of those that is reminiscent of the little hair pieces from the 30s.  I got a lot of compiments on teh look and didn't feel too funeral-ish even with the black shoes.

krista613

okay ordered the dress... and got 15 off. and solved the black shoe dilemma for free... its fun being pregnant and forgetting about shoes you have.

sandylou

izzourclue:

Little black dresses are appropriate for all occasions (including weddings IMO).  If you think its too black, pair it with some bright shoes or a purse.  Maybe some colorful jewelry.  

This...black is classic. Just because people choose to wear it to a funeral does not mean it is funeral attire! Enjoy!

branlynn

I've never worn black to a funeral... so... there's my opinion. I think a black dress is a necessity in your wardrobe, and I like the pp's idea about a cute colored belt or sash

LizzyB11

First of all, how exciting that your husband is returning home soon! That is wonderful news!

Secondly, go for it with the black dress! Celebrate!

pawcall

If you love the dress, totally go for it!  I'd just try to add some bright, colorful accessories - something colorful in your hair and/or bright/fun jewelry.

I'm 9000% sure your face when your husband comes home will brighten up the look a ton

Plus - black is supposed to be slimming.  I'd go for it