Funeral dress

[andonceagain]

My brain has stopped working, my brother died today and I don't have anything to wear to his funeral. I don't even know where to start looking. I want a smart black dress that is affordable. My budget is low - around the £20 mark. I'm short (5ft 3) and fat. I'm a size 16 and carry most of my weight on my stomach. Help please.

I'm so sorry for the loss of your brother. How about these ?

https://www.debenhams.com/product/boohoo-textured-puff-sleeve-tiered-midi-dress_gzz53199?colour=black

https://www.debenhams.com/product/pleat-front-shift-dress_pdd09798?colour=black

JD Williams also have several.

https://www.jdwilliams.co.uk/shop/soft-touch-balloon-sleeve-jersey-a-line-dress/gh455/product/details/show.action?pdBoUid=9010&optionColour=Black&pdpClick=true

https://www.jdwilliams.co.uk/shop/jersey-midi-dress-with-poplin-puff-sleeves/wm996/product/details/show.action?pdBoUid=9010&optionColour=Black&pdpClick=true&optionSize=14

I have no recommendations but just wanted to offer my condolences. It must be such a shock.

I ordered a dress from Vinted for a funeral recently as I knew I would never want to wear it again.

I paid £10 and it was from Whistles.

I’m so sorry for your loss

So sorry to read this, must be such a shock xxx

So sorry to hear this
https://www.newlook.com/uk/womens/clothing/dresses/black-crinkle-jersey-long-sleeve-midaxi-smock-dress/p/877248101

I'm sorry for your loss. I'm a similar shape and size, I always go for fit and flare styles like these. Good luck with finding something, worth looking on vinted too

https://www.silkfred.com/womens/clothing/dresses/day-dresses/oops-fashion/amarah-black-skater-dress-with-lace-insert?universal=true&utmsource=app&utmmcampaign=productdetailssshare&utmmedium=shareelink&utmcontent=amarahhblackskaterrdresswithhlace_insert

https://m.shein.co.uk/Contrast-Lace-Keyhole-Neckline-Dress-p-13930676-cat-1727.html?onelink=3%2F2ttiljgrf7v8&requestId=397907558688096272&skucode=I53b22z2dcw2&urlfrom=ukadplasw2302187728629947XXLLGPM&cid=19229000841&setid=&adid=&pf=GOOGLE&gbraid=0AAAAADm0yO7fq63ntTqTEvoxEeo-v0990&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI95CqLvdgQMVEdbtCh0g1Q9KEAQYAiABEgK833D_BwE&ref=www&rep=dir&ret=m

I'm so sorry for your loss. ❤

Does it need to be a dress? Would a skirt, blouse and jacket work, or trousers and blazer? Supermarkets can have quite reasonable bits. George, TU, Tesco, M&S etc. Did you have a particular style in mind to help us narrow down your prefernces?

A dress is probably easier as it's only one thing to think of.

The JD Williams dresses are smart but neutral and I would assume JD Williams is safe and reliable on delivery times and refunds. (Unlike Shein)

Thank you everyone - some lovely suggestions. Much appreciated.

Sainsburys is usually a good option at that price point.

Some other ideas:

Blacks Dresses | Tu Clothing (sainsburys.co.uk)

Jersey V-Neck Midi Wrap Dress | M&S Collection | M&S (marksandspencer.com)

Pure Cotton Square Neck Midi Waisted Dress | M&S Collection | M&S (marksandspencer.com)

Black Tie Side Midi Dress | Women | George at ASDA

Black Poplin Tie Back Maxi Dress | Women | George at ASDA

Thank you again everyone. I've ordered some of the suggestions and will let you know which one fits.