What will the weather be like?

Like BLFenton, I'm wondering what the weather will be like, but you'll be indoors where it will be considerably warmer than it would be if you were attending an outdoor party... So, I think if I were you I'd wear the pastel cardigan.

I don't know where you are living either, but it's cold here (for us). Freezing nights, chilly and clear days. I'm trying to think in the last two weeks when I've been indoors or out and too warm ;) No place is coming to mind.

If you are comfortable in black I'd wear it. But I do quite a bit of black year round in this mild climate. My summer jacket and winter coat both black, and my go-to pieces are black pants or black skirt, black jeans. No, I'm not 'goth' or anywhere close to an age to consider that, I just keep my wardrobe pretty simple. Basics I can pair with any number of tops or jackets, or another of my fav staples....vests (in all colors including black :))

The black will look more dressy, the pastel more casual. I would wear the black.

Tomorrow will be 50/cloudy. I think my reluctance to wearing the black is that the party is during the day. Although, I specifically bought this top for this party!

We have had very mild weather lately , which is maybe why I am questioning my first choice.

Can you wear the black top with the gray pants you wore this spring?

Black is NOT a color to be reserved for the evening!

The weather is kind of neutral so my next question is, can you add a little bit of colour with a scarf or a chunky necklace or are the lace sleeves already enough detail for the outfit.

I am one of those people that never wear all black although I do know that for a lot of people it has become a uniform regardless of time of day or event.

Black is always a good choice.

Blfenton, I any women who know how to accessorize! Unfortunately, that's not me, although I think I will look into scarves .

I'll do the black. Thanks everyone.

My first thought was to accessorise the all black with a large colourful chunky necklace or a colourful scarf.

It's a 75th birthday party; I'd ditch the black LOL!

Cheerful colors are always good, & your outfit sounds very pretty.

Save that black outfit for a teen's birthday party-they'll love it!

I'd go with the black outfit

I like black, too. And I agree with a big chunky necklace with similar earrings, maybe with lots of white or pastel colors.

So, what did you wear? Were you pleased with your decision and did you have a good time?

I'm glad I stopped back here. THis morning I took both sweaters out. The day was cool but sunny. I decided to ask DH what he preferred. He said the lighter sweater, so I wore that!

Of course, there were many different outfits from black dresses, to blacks tops and pants, but also other combinations. There was over 100 people.

It was a nice celebration. But, as often as happens, the music was very loud with hardly a break. It was nice catching up with the friends on our table.

I'm glad you had a great time!