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Cassells Household Guide , which billed itself as an encyclopedia of domestic and social economy, summed up the problem like this, circa 1880: As a general rule, ladies do not like to see their maids dressed in the clothes they themselves have wornthe difference in the social scale of mistress and maid renders this unpleasing. But Cassells made one exception: a black or a dark-colored silk. Previously, a simple black dress meant a wealthy woman was dressing down. But by the 19th century, the black dress had become a staple of the lower and middle classes

Designed to flatter your curves and showcase your growing bump, this dress features a delicate lace overlay and flowing mesh skirt for an effortlessly romantic look

To further emphasize the white accents, I've opted to layer a sleeveless white collared blouse under the dress and my Vera Bradley quilted Emma mini crossbody handbag in white

I did feel nice on the day and "dressing up" put me in the mindset of the funeral being a celebration of my mum's life, but everyone grieves differently and ultimately it's about making it through the day in the best way you can