Bewitched...

(I was going to add "Bothered and Bewildered" to the title, but didn't want to have to pay a royalty.)

I asked questions. I did some online research. Then, I went shopping. I finally decided on what I'll be wearing to the wedding we're attending this weekend.

Remember, it's a Muslim wedding. I've never been to one, so I want to be sure that what I wear is in keeping with their tradition and respectful of their customs.

I know that it's customary for arms to be covered, and garments should not be revealing or fit too closely. I'm barefoot in these photographs, but I'll be wearing dark stockings and dark shoes. No ankles showing either.

The bride and groom have informed us that men will be in one hall, and women will be in the other. This was done so that the women would not have to wear hijabs (their head coverings) unless they choose to when the groom is in the women's hall. I'll take a scarf along and if the women cover their heads when he enters, I'll follow suit out of respect.

I actually love this outfit a lot and will likely wear it again for other occasions. That's not a necklace. It's beadwork on the front of the tunic. I usually don't wear black to weddings, but "when in Rome...".

Endora from Bewitched. Web Image

When I first saw the second photo of me, I immediately thought "Endora (Samantha's Stephens mother) from Bewitched!" I forgot that her clothing was usually more colorful.

Samantha from Bewitched. Web Image

When I went looking for web images to show you what I meant, I realized that my outfit more closely resembles Samantha's garb! Lucky me!

We'll be at the wedding this weekend, and if cameras are allowed, you know I'll share! (If they're not, I'll ask the bride and groom to share a picture with me for you.)

So. What do you think? Please tell me this is going to work, because I don't know what I'll do if you don't like it.