What would you do - an update!

When DD1 married first time, I lashed out on a fancy outfit. I then wore it for Ladies Day at the races the following year. After that, I wore it to 2 other weddings and for DD2’s graduation, minus the hat. That, the jacket and matching bag have been borrowed by friends several times, so I feel I’ve had my money’s worth from the outlay.

Both my grandmothers had fur coats that came out for every special occasion, nothing expensive; rabbit or fox, but if it was a wedding (or funeral) or anything else. They put the coat on, kept it on and what they were wearing underneath didn't matter.

This has brought back memories of my dear Grandma. She had a “best suit” (Dress with matching jacket in the same material). It came out on many special occasions, including family weddings. ?

Couldn't agree more Monica. My son encouraged me to wear it again "Mum you looked amazing , wear it"

The outfit I wore at DS's wedding was bought originally for my university graduation 6 years before. I didn't wear a hat either. When I married my going away outfit was one I already had.

I have always thought his notion of it being a sign of disregard and disrespect to other people if you do not have a new set of clothes for every special occasion, quite ridiculous.

Thankyou Ashcombe and everyone else. Just wanted you to know your advice was well received. Our son is now a married man with a husband !
We have gained another son in law and are absolutely delighted!!

I was one who said wear it again. So glad all went well and how nice of you to tell us.

So glad all went well.

So lovely to have feedback. Thank you. I often wonder the outcomes to dilemmas discussed on here. Nice one!

Here’s the link your original post, Shelflife, for reference:-

www.gransnet.com/forums/ask_a_gran/a1304792-What-would-you-do

Thank you for the update and I’m glad all went well. The weather was certainly on your side! ???

I am really glad you had a lovely day.

Thanks for your update, glad it all went well.

I responded to your original post, I too wore same outfits for son and daughter’s weddings.

How sensible and practical to wear the same, we all need to get out of this thinking that new stuff is always needed.