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Wedding Guest Outfit - dress as a PRISONER?!

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TheLuckyMrsPine · 17/09/2018 21:22

Please HELP!

Late October, all day wedding and reception. Am 5ft4” size 10.

Seriously what on earth can I wear?

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HotSauceCommittee · 18/09/2018 09:28

Write “nonce” on the back of a tee shirt in marker pen and wear that.

TheLuckyMrsPine · 18/09/2018 10:19

Thanks for all the suggestions! It’s family but the other end of the country so not even sure what other guests are wearing! Would like to dress up so am looking at some of the ideas posted here....

Like the idea of black and white stripes but lots seems to be blue & white.

I do already have denim dungarees to the cell block h idea might not be too difficult!

I have visions of turning up in a grey tracksuit and every one else in high street jumpsuits/ more wedding appropriate.

It is a REALLY -bonkers- hard theme!!

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GooodMythicalMorning · 18/09/2018 11:01

Do they work in a prison?

TheLuckyMrsPine · 18/09/2018 11:04

No Goood no criminal connections but it is in a historic gaol.

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LoisWilkerson1 · 18/09/2018 11:09

Ah now we know the location, it makes sense and might be fun, I don't really like themed weddings normally but I suppose it's getting more common now. I think definitely wear something like a jumpsuit and don't go too crazy. Grin

GooodMythicalMorning · 18/09/2018 11:13

Ah makes much more sense!

MoltonSilver · 18/09/2018 11:19

If it's a really old prison building converted to a hotel people probably died there. I think it's disgusting to make it a jovial wedding theme.

Maybe wear what you'd usually wear for a wedding and find some hand cuff jewelry.

OnceUponATimeInAmerica · 18/09/2018 11:27

I like the jumpsuit up the top with the open back - bravissimo have some orange bras which would not be too 'obvious' under it.

thedevilinablackdress · 18/09/2018 11:45

Agree with @MoltonSilver. Pretty tasteless. People end up in prison for all sorts of reasons and not usually because things have gone really well in their life.

CurlyWurlyTwirly · 18/09/2018 11:51

I just googled prison theme.
It’s supposed to be an ironic” life sentence”.
Agree it’s in poor taste.
I personally would have a back up normal outfit to wear, just in case no one bothers, and you’re the only one in an orange jumpsuit / hand cuff accessories.
I presume the bride will be wearing a b/w striped wedding dress.

TheLuckyMrsPine · 18/09/2018 15:30

I agree it’s tasteless and ridiculous but it’s not a recently used prison - we are talking centuries old historic site, and i’m Not going to moan and groan about their choice.

Just need to settle on something glam enough for it to feel like a celebration

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LoisWilkerson1 · 18/09/2018 15:35

These themes might be something people regret in years to come. Imagine looking back on your photos and you are getting married in a costume.Hmm
Good for you for just getting on with it op.

Andtheresaw · 18/09/2018 15:38

This, Trolley and all.
Just have yourself positioned next to the celebrant as the happy (bonkers) couple come in.

Andtheresaw · 18/09/2018 15:39

Glam? Sorry, then as above but with sparkly earrings.

sleepismysuperpower1 · 18/09/2018 16:54

genuine suggestion- www.missguided.co.uk/orange-tie-side-culotte-jumpsuit-10097124?istCompanyId=dd1d2f6c-ac6e-490e-a0ff-19cccd3bab7d&istItemId=-xmtiplaqir&istBid=tzil&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI5LPm2vTE3QIV0-R3Ch2e1wRcEAkYASABEgJf6PD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

it works, because if everyone else is dressed up you will fit in, if not then you will still fit in. bring a pair of handcuffs in your bag and also a necklace, so you can adjust as appropriate

NC4Now · 18/09/2018 16:57

I’m looking forward to this episode of Don’t Tell the Bride.

Fluffycloudland77 · 18/09/2018 17:21

Decline. It sounds a right pain in the arse and they'll be divorcing in under a year.

TheLuckyMrsPine · 18/09/2018 17:43

andtheresaw that is amazing! Grin

Thank you sleep I think that is the sort of thing Kim looking for but with a bit more cover up top. Am thinking it will be chilly in a dark jail but who knows! Am presuming it’s had an upgrade since the 18th century to central heating!

NC4now originally I did think it may be a “marrying mum and dad” episode

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BlueEyedWonder · 18/09/2018 19:48

As someone who works in a prison, I can suggest the following:

  1. Go as a Remand Prisoner and you can wear what you like
  2. Go as Sentenced Prisoner and order anything you fancy from the Sports Direct catalogue
  3. Go as an Escape Risk and wear a jumpsuit
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