Times are-a-changing and church attire is becoming more and more casual.
I know that it stems from the church's obligation to "save souls". The church wants all of us, (God's children) to come hear the word of God and has been a bit mute about the attire of the parishioners. The terms used are "come as you are", and though the Lord does not discriminate, I think that we can do him one better and dress respectively. Since when did your clubbing gear become church attire?
Many will love to dig their claws into me for this one, but instead of shredding me, try shredding some of your trashy frocks for ones that everyone (with class) wants to rock! and receive smiles from "The Ultimate Rock" (That's Jesus for those of you who didn't know).
Please don't think you can get away with "I don't worship Jesus, so this article doesn't apply to me!"
Oh Yes it does! It doesn't matter whether you practice Buddhism, Scientology, if you're Muslim, Jewish, Rastafarian, etc. Whatever your religious obligations are, your leader and most high wants to see you giving them all glory and come to their house of worship with respectable clothing.
Any skirt that comes to the knee or below should be good, if it's a little above the knee, that's fine, as long as it's not more than 2 inches above, then we're moving backwards. An A- Line skirt is flattering for any body shape and is good for disguising bottom- heavy figures. It should fit by skimming the hips, then flaring out gently wider toward the bottom thereby resembling
the letter A. 
This beautiful skirt is by Carolina Herrera- $1,990 which can be found at Saks Fifth Avenue.
It can still show the beauty of your shape without screaming "Hey elders, check out my butt!"
Other flattering choices are pencil skirts,
solids or prints, there are so many to choose from. The white pencil skirt is belted by Elysee for a mere $78.00. The black pencil skirt has ruching detail on the side and is only $23.50 by Wet Seal, it even comes in sizes up to 3x. I'm not at all ruling out wearing pants. A great pair of slacks, khaki pants or even denim are fine paired with a nice top, like this one from Forever 21. It's flowy, still accentuates your curves, but it's not so tight that we can see your ribs or what you had for breakfast.
The problem is when clothes are too tight and cause attention to your body parts and not the body of Christ.
I mean, we are women and our anatomy will be on display regardless, but it is the taste in which you display it that differentiates your best from a mess.
Take a look at these tasteful classics below from Ann Taylor's Loft.
The floral skirt is $69 and the pleated skirt is $59.
Flare skirts, and pleating are choices that are always timeless. Prints a re big on the runway this season and come in various shades, psychedelics, floral, geometric shapes, animal skins and more!
Your tops are not exempt ladies. Since when was showing all of this skin appropriate for the sanctuary? I know, I know, sometimes it's mucho caliente outside and/or you may have other engagements to attend after service. When leaving the house just be sure and grab a little cardigan like this one below (Forever 21- $17.80) to cover up when you're in church and then when you walk out - Bladow! Show off your shoulder all you like with this cute one shoulder blouse by Australian designer Shona Joy for $209.00.
Remember it's all about the way your clothes fit and how you feel in them. If you have to question "Is it appropriate?" 9 times out of 10 it isn't. You don't have to let it all hang out to bring your inner Fashionbeast out! Now Let 'er rip!!!!! & I don't mean the clothes!
I have to say, that you are right on the money. Lets face it, half the battle is knowing.. I certainly hope the ladies take heed.. Especially those over 30.. YES YOU!!
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