La Verne Ford Wimberly, an 82-year-old retired teacher, has become a symbol of inspiration and strength for her community at the Metropolitan Baptist Church in Oklahoma.
Despite transitioning to remote services due to the lockdown, Mrs. Wimberly continues to dress meticulously every Sunday morning, as if she were going to church in person.
She carefully chooses jewelry, hats, outfits, and stockings, and after the service, she posts a selfie on Facebook.
Her commitment to maintaining her appearance serves as a reminder to the parishioners that even in difficult times, it is important to keep spirits high and make an effort.
Mrs. Wimberly’s dedication to dressing up stems from her belief that deviating from her normal routines and standards would lead to despair.
By adhering to her usual practices, she finds strength and inspiration. Her priest describes her as not only beautiful in her attire but also endowed with a splendid heart.
As a child, La Verne preferred practical clothes and outdoor activities rather than frivolities and feminine games.
However, she was inspired by a young teacher at her school who always dressed impeccably.
This encounter sparked in her the desire to become a teacher herself and be an example of joy and good taste for her students.
Throughout her career, Mrs. Wimberly has collected a delightful series of carefully chosen hats, jewelry, and outfits.
Even in retirement, she has continued to maintain her elegant style and remarkable fitness, allowing her to wear clothes from her youth.
Her commitment to dressing up has led her to regularly attend church, where she has been a familiar face for the past 20 years.
Positioned in the second section, last row, she consistently captivates the congregation with her elegant appearance.
Mrs. Wimberly’s main intention in dressing meticulously every Sunday is to inspire and uplift people.
She is proud of her collection of clothes and has implemented a rotation system with color codes to ensure that she does not repeat an outfit too often.
During the lockdown, she shared 53 different coordinated outfits by color through photographs taken in her living room.
Her commitment to inspiring others has been successful, and even her pastor eagerly awaits the end of the lockdown to see Mrs. Wimberly’s strict and elegant presence in her usual place in church.
