My cousin's wedding was last weekend. I was looking forward to the event itself, and the chance to catch up with people I hadn't seen for ages.
But OMG, I wasn't prepared for how hot I'd be! I wore a lovely summer dress with accessories, and knew I looked nice when I arrived at the church. I'm not in the model league😀, but fairly nice looking, and photos taken of me are generally good! I've recently turned 50.
It was a beautiful church service (nice and cool there too, also for family photos).
The reception however (wedding breakfast followed by evening reception) was in a marquee. It was a hot day, and I can only describe that marquee as 'greenhouse effect'. Other people were hot too, but not as hot as me!
I couldn't hide it, as was sat in groups for family photos, as well as being introduced to my cousin's in-laws and friends. Lovely, lovely people and I was keen to chat, but the sweat was running off me! My damp hair, face & neck is visible in many photos (thank goodness the church ones are fine!) I can get hot so took cooling wipes in case, but this time they just made me look wetter!
I stepped outside to cool down a few times but nobody else needed to, and I was asked if I was ok.
Someone even asked if I was a bit anxious. I absolutely wasn't, part of my job is organizing big events and attending many, so I'm well used to them!
I just feel a bit mortified, nothing I could have done to prevent it but I'd made an effort and ended up looking like a drowned rat and it wasn't raining!! I tried to avoid the camera a few times but my cousin & partner were v keen that everyone was in the photos, (I can understand that).
Yes, the important thing was it was their day and I was there for them; but I was rather more 'on show' than I expected, and looked as though I'd made no effort at all, when a lot of time, money and styling had actually gone into my appearance. 🤔 I'm hoping my embarrassment fades as time goes on! Thought about leaving early, but it wasn't an option and I'd have felt rude.