Dress for a funeral

[Nousernameforme]

I'm not a regular on this board but I need some help.
I am looking for an outfit for a funeral and all the black dresses I'm finding are either too beachy or too slinky.
I am a size 20 short not able to wear much in the way of heels. I would need at least a half sleeve and below knee length. I would also need to get it here by Thursday, I can pay a bit more for express delivery but my budget is probably about £50.
Can anyone help?

Do you really not have something that would do? A black or dark skirt/dress/trousers?

I try not to buy something specially for funerals or it feels weird wearing it for happier occasions.

The last funeral I went to there was a wide mix of clothes on women. Mostly dark colours, but quite a bit of floral on a dark background or black trousers and white or patterned top etc.

What about this one? I'm not sure on the delivery times and it's £5 over budget but I think it would look lovely.

www.asos.com/river-island-plus/river-island-plus-twist-front-bodycon-midi-dress-in-black/prd/23679238?colourwayid=60503490&cid=8799

www.evans.co.uk/plus-size-dress-donna-plain-204932black
How about this one ?

www.newlook.com/uk/womens/clothing/dresses/curves-black-shirred-puff-sleeve-midi-dress/p/676375001
Or this ?

www.johnlewis.com/and-or-arianna-tiered-jersey-dress-black/p5599866

I honestly haven't got anything, the asos one is lovely but a bit too clingy for me, the Evan's one the sleeves are a bit too short and the new look one is a bit casual plus I have a back tattoo that would be seen.
I did find one that was black.with a small blue floral print would that be ok? I'll see if I can find it again

www.peacocks.co.uk/4900826-black-floral.html?gclid=CjwKCAjwjJmIBhA4EiwAQdCbxrI8LiuNH3wnIGn_FJ-izsb8SJSvcQFuR_gsd1L4DA6-X2hz92sqlBoCNc8QAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds#193=4721
Not sure if its going to be a bit cheap and nasty

I have the ASOS one in gingham in non curve and it's a lovely, lovely fit. I don't reckon it'd be too casual.

Or theres this which is a dark navy
www.seasaltcornwall.com/alaria-jersey-bamboo-dress?glCountry=GB&glCurrency=GBP&color=25689&lgw_code=11383-181383B003&cm_mmc=google--Smart-Shopping--Dresses-_-181383B003&gclid=CjwKCAjwjJmIBhA4EiwAQdCbxgwld8UFgEOAs_YwwZzyPMoLAkCN58YpJ-D_0NxdR-o-37LZUUFNjRoCZzUQAvD_BwE

www.fatface.com/sale/womens-sale/dresses-skirts/margot-pop-ditsy-midi-dress/960727.html?cgid=sale-womens-sale-dresses-and-skirts&dwvar_960727_color=true%20black#start=5 This FatFace on is on sale]]

Do you have anything dark? I don’t remember the last time I wore black to a funeral. Navy, dark aubergine purple, dark grey. I’ve also worn a navy and white print. Somber doesn’t need to mean solid black.

www.debenhams.com/product/Yours-Square-Neck-Dress_P-cfcbbb46-66b8-4667-99b6-f68182450247?colour=Black

The Seasalt navy one looks fine and meets all your criteria.

I think that's where I am leaning towards. Will I need tights do you think. I am very pale esp in the leg region I never get them out

That is lovely @Nousernameforme.

No one (outside the royal family etc) is expected to wear solid black for a funeral anymore. Any conservative and non bright outfit is considered acceptable and younger people can more or less get off with anything. I wore a purple blouse and blue and purple skirt to my fathers funeral and that was quite a few years ago. My sister was in navy blue and white. Anything that is not too low cut/short/sexy/sporty will probably be ok.

I would save your money and spend it on something else. Mourning is done in the heart.

Posters on MN really do take things in a weird direction...

Yes to tights OP if that is what you are comfortable in. Sorry for your loss

The Seasalt one is perfect.

Here's some more ideas if you really want to wear black. Sorry for your loss 💐

www.boohoo.com/plus-occasion-lace-contrast-midi-dress/PZZ01453.html?color=105

www.boohoo.com/plus-ruffle-detail-shift-dress/PZZ65024.html?color=105

www.monsoon.co.uk/woven-collar-knit-knee-length-dress-black-14704801.html

www.missguided.co.uk/plus-size-black-dobby-puff-sleeve-smock-dress-10182239

www.nastygal.com/gb/plus-size-v-neck-button-down-midi-dress/AGG02421-1.html?dwvar_AGG02421-1_color=105

www.karenmillen.com/curve-long-sleeve-ruffle-hem-dress/AKK95122-3.html?color=105

www.oasisfashion.com/quilted-high-neck-midi-tube-dress/AAA00596-1.html?color=105

hellbunny.com/hlb40168-p-frilly-sundae-dress.html

This I pretty, but respectful too prettykittyfashion.co.uk/collections/50s-swing-dresses/products/black-floral-stardust-3-4-sleeve-vintage-swing-dress

Thank you for all your help I am going to go with the seasalt one depending on the length it comes out on me I will stick tights on and plain black ballet flats. Tbh I just want it all over with I will breathe a sigh of relief this weekend.

The Seasalt one is lovely and you could wear that on many occasions.

The Seasalt one in the painted flowers design is beautiful, and more than appropriate for a funeral. Also it will be excellent quality so you'll be able to wear it again or stick it on ebay.