In a thin or cheap fabric, light blue goes flat and slightly pale
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Black is universally known as a flattering color, as it creates a slimming silhouette and is easy to coordinate with other colors
Philputt lays out one rule of thumb based on relation to the deceased: 2 years of mourning for a deceased husband 1 year of mourning for deceased parents 1 year of mourning for deceased children 6 months of mourning for deceased grandparents 6 months of mourning for deceased friends when the mourner received an inheritance 6 months of mourning for deceased siblings 3 months of mourning for deceased aunts and uncles Philputt also makes a note that a woman should wear black dress upon invitation to funeral ceremonies, even if she is not specifically in mourning for the deceased
Manahan Incorporated, 280 Boylston Street, Boston condition: very good, sturdy, wearable condition excellent for age size large, bust: 42, waist: 40, hip: 40 View full product details Description Gorgeous and unique 1920s blue and black striped silk velvet dress