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Post by TankTop on Aug 18, 2015 22:18:23 GMT
I am going to a wedding shower Sunday at a Catholic Church. I would like to wear a cute maxi dress with a razor back.
Will i I be frowned upon for wearing this? Should I put something over it? It is hot here!
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Post by Deleted on Aug 18, 2015 22:23:53 GMT
My former catholic church on Sunday mass people wore ripped jeans with cracks showing. No one dressed up unless it was for the 10:30 am mass. Even then it was pants all the way. A dress with an open back in the middle of summer should be ok. I would bring a bolero or something to cover your shoulders if the church is air conditioned.
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Post by Kelpea on Aug 18, 2015 22:27:00 GMT
we put our pants and maxis with razor backs on the same way as everyone else!
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Post by TankTop on Aug 18, 2015 22:30:38 GMT
Lol! I know that Kelpea, I just didn't want to offend if the expectation was covered shoulders.
Thanks!
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Post by Montannie on Aug 18, 2015 22:32:07 GMT
Wait, a shower at the church? In their basement or reception hall?
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Post by TankTop on Aug 18, 2015 22:33:52 GMT
It says community room.
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Post by Darcy Collins on Aug 18, 2015 22:36:45 GMT
No one one is going to bat an eye at bare shoulders in the community room of a Catholic church. |
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Post by Montannie on Aug 18, 2015 22:37:03 GMT
You're fine in the community room. And actually, I probably wouldn't object if you showed up for Mass in a dress with straps and bare shoulders. A tube top, or strapless is a little more problematic for Mass.
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Post by shanniebananie on Aug 18, 2015 22:37:56 GMT
You are not going to be in the sanctuary (where I would suggest covered shoulders), but in a community room. I would still bring a cardigan but only if the AC is too cold. Otherwise, you should be fine.
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Post by AmeliaBloomer on Aug 18, 2015 22:42:04 GMT
I always think it's interesting when cathedrals in European countries (e.g. Spain, Italy) have visitor rules about "covered shoulders." So, can you wear a shrug and nothing else?  OP, you're fine. |
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Post by peasapie on Aug 18, 2015 22:46:46 GMT
It's a good question, though. They used to require women to cover their shoulders in church. I remember that back from 100 years ago when I got married. My bridesmaids wore shawls in the church, and at the reception they very daringly revealed their naked shoulders.  |
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Post by MorningPerson on Aug 18, 2015 22:46:44 GMT
Yeah, no radars will be blipped by what you're wearing.
Enjoy the shower!
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Post by SabrinaP on Aug 18, 2015 23:28:31 GMT
Perfectly fine!
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Post by Merge on Aug 18, 2015 23:29:37 GMT
It's a good question, though. They used to require women to cover their shoulders in church. I remember that back from 100 years ago when I got married. My bridesmaids wore shawls in the church, and at the reception they very daringly revealed their naked shoulders. Even as recently as 19 years ago brides in our church were "requested" to avoid low-cut, strapless and/or backless dresses. But I've sung a lot of Catholic weddings since and seen shoulders, cleavage, backs, you name it. |
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Post by freecharlie on Aug 18, 2015 23:57:11 GMT
I always think it's interesting when cathedrals in European countries (e.g. Spain, Italy) have visitor rules about "covered shoulders." So, can you wear a shrug and nothing else? OP, you're fine. I've wondered the same about shirts and shoes required. Is it okay to show up with no pants? |
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Post by TankTop on Aug 18, 2015 23:57:42 GMT
Thank you. I did not want to offend anyone.
In other news... Me, wearing bare shoulders, bare arms.....thank you Bikini Mommy Body!
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Post by bluepoprocks on Aug 18, 2015 23:58:47 GMT
That's fine I've seen all kinds of bare things at our church I don't think anyone will notice you bare shoulders.
Last year I saw a 12 year old with a super short mini shirt and heels on at her First Holy Communion. It was white at least. She was a little older than the usual First Holy Communion kid and wasn't in any of the classes so I'm guessing she didn't get the note about the appropriate way to dress. Unfortunately she had a speaking part and everyone saw her outfit. I think the parents should have known better but maybe that was the only outfit she would wear. Normally I don't care what people wear to church. I think it's more important that you're there than that you dress nice but this was First Holy Communion.
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Post by AmeliaBloomer on Aug 19, 2015 0:04:58 GMT
I've wondered the same about shirts and shoes required. Is it okay to show up with no pants? Ha! Look what I found! (Warning: no pants.) |
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Post by RiverIsis on Aug 19, 2015 0:17:51 GMT
It's a good question, though. They used to require women to cover their shoulders in church. I remember that back from 100 years ago when I got married. My bridesmaids wore shawls in the church, and at the reception they very daringly revealed their naked shoulders. Even as recently as 19 years ago brides in our church were "requested" to avoid low-cut, strapless and/or backless dresses. But I've sung a lot of Catholic weddings since and seen shoulders, cleavage, backs, you name it. Oh please don't get me started on brides wearing their honeymoon look down the aisle. Some people need appropriate time and place barriers. |
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Post by Kelpea on Aug 19, 2015 0:38:20 GMT
I hope you know my answer was tongue-in-cheek!
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Post by ktdoesntscrap on Aug 19, 2015 0:53:03 GMT
don't forget the doilie for your head!!
( Catholic humor!)
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Post by peasapie on Aug 19, 2015 2:25:09 GMT
don't forget the doilie for your head!! ( Catholic humor!) Yup. My older sister had the full mantilla. |
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Post by scrapaddie on Aug 19, 2015 2:34:05 GMT
I always think it's interesting when cathedrals in European countries (e.g. Spain, Italy) have visitor rules about "covered shoulders." So, can you wear a shrug and nothing else? OP, you're fine. I saw a girl who was also requested to cover her thighs ( short shorts) in Italy |
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