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What to wear to Daughter’s first holy communion?

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Popsicle30 · 30/04/2023 20:44

Hi! Wanting outfit suggestions for me to wear to my Daughter’s first holy communion? I’ve been that absorbed in her outfit I’ve only just thought about what I may wear!
We are based in England. What do the Mum’s generally wear these days? I recall my mum wearing a nice dress and jacket to mine and I’ve not been to one since my own. Is it formal or not as much these days? Don’t want to be over/under dressed!

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WestendVBroadway · 30/04/2023 20:49

Well, seeing as the last FHC I went to was my own, which was 46 years ago , I don't think I can be much help. I would think smart casual similar to what you would wear to a wedding.

nofusspot · 30/04/2023 20:53

What denomination is this?

AssertiveGertrude · 30/04/2023 20:54

A nice day dress is what all the mums wore here. Some wore a light blazer but most didn’t. Some wore a trouser suit

AssertiveGertrude · 30/04/2023 20:57

This was the type of outfit (we’ve been to three)

What to wear to Daughter’s first holy communion?
What to wear to Daughter’s first holy communion?
Motherhubbardscupboard · 30/04/2023 20:59

Assuming Catholic, I would say a nice dress, similar to what you'd wear to a wedding but probably not quite as dressy. At one of my DCs a few years ago, one of the mums had linen trousers and a nice top, but to be honest she looked a bit underdressed. I do think it would vary across the country though. I think my area/parish would be on the dressier end.

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Popsicle30 · 30/04/2023 21:02

Thank you for all replies so far. Yes, it’s a catholic service.

@AssertiveGertrude these are the types of outfits I’ve started looking at.

smart casual day dresses is the way I think I’m going to go. Think my husband was surprised when I suggested he wore a suit but then he’s never been to a holy communion before.

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nofusspot · 30/04/2023 21:07

Popsicle30 · 30/04/2023 21:02

Thank you for all replies so far. Yes, it’s a catholic service.

@AssertiveGertrude these are the types of outfits I’ve started looking at.

smart casual day dresses is the way I think I’m going to go. Think my husband was surprised when I suggested he wore a suit but then he’s never been to a holy communion before.

I think you're right. And yes he should wear a suit.

QuickNameChangeForMeToday · 30/04/2023 21:24

It’s all smart day dresses with optional blazers around here too. Definitely a suit for men and ‘Sunday best’ for kids.

AssertiveGertrude · 30/04/2023 22:40

My dh wore a suit and 60 percent did

others wore a shirt and casual type blazer and a few wore a dark polo type top

but I really think a suit is appropriate for you own child’s day

Marshmallowblondie · 30/04/2023 23:02

Yes, you're on the right track. Not as dressy as a wedding usually.

MadEyeMoodysEye · 01/05/2023 08:07

Something like this?

What to wear to Daughter’s first holy communion?
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Popsicle30 · 01/05/2023 18:23

@MadEyeMoodysEye this is already in my basket!

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mdinbc · 01/05/2023 18:28

That's very pretty, and appropriate for communion mass. Is there a luncheon in the church hall, or are you doing anything at home?

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Popsicle30 · 01/05/2023 19:13

Yes there’s a short gathering the church hall and then we have something planned at home.

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AssertiveGertrude · 04/05/2023 07:44

That’s absolutely lovely - I hope you have a lovely day

make sure to get a piñata (our twins loved this the most at home after)

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