Iftar dinner, what to bring/wear?

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I've been invited to iftar supper tonight. It's a family I know well and it will be parents and adult kids.

So I've never been to one before. I'd be grateful for input from people who regularly do iftar :)

1. What to bring? I have a bunch of flowers to bring. Something else like chocolate?

1. What to wear? Is it like casual supper at home so jeans and a nice top? Or is it more of a dress-up special occasion?

Following because I've also been invited to an iftari party.

I was going to take some posh dates and a fruit salad. I'm sure flowers would be a good idea too.

Smart casual is what I was thinking.

Hi :),

I hope you enjoy tonight. Flowers and chocolate should be fine. I usually take with me chocolate or any other desert.

In terms of how to dress, it depends where it is. If it’s a home thing then yes wear whatever makes you comfortable and make you feel nice.

Avoid under dressing though as you might feel odd, wear What Kate and Meghan are recommended to wear and you should be fine.

Aside from that, they’ve invited you because they would love your company and I’m sure they’re delighted for you to be there and enjoy it so don’t worry. If anything ask the host.

Oh yeah dates! Good idea.

Kate and Megan? Lol.

I'm thinking a maxi dress with a drapy shawl, not a tonne of jewellery.

It's definitely a 'how long is a piece of string?' situation - people vary in their attitude and level of adherence/expectations of a guest.

From the ones I went to, dates are always popular. Good ones, mind. Or a box of pastries/sweets from a Turkish Food Centre or suchlike. Sweet stuff is very welcome.

In terms of clothing, I'd say smart but comfortable. Make sure you're well covered up. It's supposed to be a time of religious devotion, not getting distracted by a guest's admittedly magnificent cleavage. I'd suggest that you wear something longsleeved, like a nice shirt, only open the top button (stick a vest/camisole on underneath if it's a bit low on the neck or transparent). If you wear a dress or skirt, it would be polite to make sure it's below the knee and your lower legs are covered. A lot of families have an outdoor shoes off rule, so making sure your nails are clean and painted would be an idea (in case you thought of missing that bit out). I'd say flat shoes, rather than heels, anyway.

They've invited you, knowing you well, but it doesn't hurt to be a little careful of sensibilities.

(And if they're friends, there's no reason why you can't send them a quick text message asking).

Well like royally correct :D. Dont shoe too much arms or cleavage or wear things above the knee.

Although the host will probably be totally understanding due to differences in background but for your own comfort. That’s all.

The iftar usually consists of them offering you a variety of food and then desert and tea. It’s around 8.40 that everyone breaks their fast on water and dates and then pray and then start with variety of food. It’s mostly a sit down event so whatever you wear to a restaurant should be fine.

Enjoy the experience !

Following because I've never been to iftar, or indeed know anyone who celebrates in order to get an invite and would love to go
Enjoy

Thanks guys. Iftar was awesome.

Lovely company and we stayed up drinking tea and talking. Just got in now!

I'm glad I made a little bit of effort. People were dressed up,no one in jeans. I ended up wearing a maxi dress with leggings underneath, then a shawl that I pinned in place.

I can't believe it's so late.