What to wear to a nice dinner at a restaurant when meeting parents?

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bethica200

I'm meeting the parents of the guy I'm seeing and he said that they want to take us out to dinner. He said to dress nice and classy. Any ideas? Would wearing a dress be too much? Or too little if its a youthful kind of spring-y dress? Gosh, I need some guidance! What would the parents expect to be enough?

Answer
I would wear a dress, yes. Nothing sexy or clingy, though. Every woman should have a "little black dress" that she can go to in a pinch. This is the perfect time for such a dress. Black equals classy. This dress should be well-fitting, no more than an inch above the knee, have a neckline that does not show much cleavage, not too formal, and be well suited for accessorizing. You can dress it up with jewelry, or a wrap. The accessories are key, here. Use something with a dash of color.....or go with gold, silver, or pearls. Don't mix the black dress, color, AND gold/silver/pearls....that looks trashy or like you can't make up your mind. I would choose black pumps or sling-back shoes, as well.......and sheer black stockings, along with a small black bag.

Here are some pics I dug up for you to give you an idea of what I mean.

http://www.thebudgetfashionista.com/images/uploads/little_black_dress_delias.jpg

http://www.blogcdn.com/www.luxist.com/media/2009/01/11858379_black.jpg

http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2008/11/04/article-1082955-025AFD3D000005DC-159_468x596_popup.jpg

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Okay, here are a couple of pics to show what would be inappropriate:

http://www.skinnyvscurvy.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/the-kardashian-sisters-present-little-black-dress-mini-collection.jpg (too tight, too short)

http://modifyclothing.com/products/black_dress.jpg (too revealing, too much skin)

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And, here are some good ideas for accessories:

http://dumaguetecity.olx.com.ph/dress-fashion-jewelry-iid-7199231

http://img.alibaba.com/photo/11353529/Pearl_Jewelry_Set.jpg

http://cz-rings-jewelry.com/zirconia/cubic-zirconia-jewelry-set-crystal-flower-necklace-earrings-1.jpg

http://www.funky-handbags.co.uk/acatalog/45_tn_crochet_handbag_black.jpg

http://www.naturalizer.com/productimages/shoes_isec0216882.jpg

http://www.womensblackdressshoes.com/images/nturalizershoe.jpg

http://www.electrowear.com/photos/black-wrap-1.jpg

http://www.peora.com/images/products/Peora/Large/Ss/ss2522.JPG

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Keep this dress handy in your closet. You can use it for everything from dinner parties to funerals. The trick is accessories. Jackets, shawls, belts, jewelry, different shoes/boots and the level of formality will be ways to change that one dress into the "go to" item for lots of events.

Best of luck on your dinner, I know you'll have fun.

Can you put Noritaki Legacy Gold China in the dishwasher?

Paula D

I have a lovely dinner service white china with a gold rim called Legacy Gold and I have lost the label. Is it dishwasher safe? It is made by Noritaki for the US market I believe.

Answer
Do not put your China in a dishwasher! It is not only fragile but the gold can chip off. Hand wash and dry. This is a special dinner set that is kind of rare. Treat it like the treasure it is. Always enjoy it!

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