Is it ok to wear a khaki skirt with a black blouse to a funeral? Or should I wear ALL black?
2006-07-19 18:54:06 · 21 answers · asked by michi 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
It's my grandma's funeral.
2006-07-19 18:58:38 · update #1
Yes, it is okay sometimes. Somber colors are usually worn to show sorrow and grief. During the summertime, especially in the current 100+ weather, black is awfully hot, so it is acceptable to wear khaki. Make sure it is a fairly casual type funeral though (the smaller funerals are usually more casual). If it is formal, you might stick with black so it is dressier. Khaki is never dressy.
2006-07-19 18:59:48 · answer #1 · answered by braleygirl 3 · 11⤊ 0⤋
If I were you, I wouldn't choose the khaki since it is someone within your family. Instead, I would choose something modest - as those have stated before me. Maybe something in navy or gray category. I wore a dark gray suit (with a cream-colored shell beneath the jacket) to my grandmother's funeral, and it was very acceptable. During the visitation, on the other hand, the khaki skirt will probably be fine.
2006-07-20 05:50:22 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't wear anything that will call attention to yourself. Nothing low cut, hot pink, skin tight, etc. Funerals commerate a loved one who has passed on. Basically, don't wear loud bright colors that will detract from what is going on. A khaki skirt (not a mini skirt though) and black blouse (not see thru!) seem appropiate.
2006-07-20 03:58:24 · answer #3 · answered by Linzy Rae 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think the khaki would be fine. Just stay way form spaghetti straps, short cuts (above knee) & low cut blouses. They look cheap, tacky & disrespectful at a funeral and most of the women there will have a field day discussing you afterwards.
2006-07-20 01:58:31 · answer #4 · answered by lildarlinkristisue 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as it's not a miniskirt and a low cut, revealing blouse, it should be fine.
I've never understood wearing black/blue to funerals. Anyone knows that you're probably very sad that someone you love died, so why do we still have to wear dark colors? Personally, I want people to be happy for me when I died...happy that I'm in a better place and no longer old, suffering, etc. If they want to wear white with polkadots, good for them!
I think your outfit sounds fine though... :)
2006-07-20 06:43:39 · answer #5 · answered by brevejunkie 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That sounds fine. Especially if you are only "going" to a funeral and it's not someone in your family. All black is not "essential" wear for a funeral. Just dress nicely.
2006-07-20 01:57:57 · answer #6 · answered by Picture Taker 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am sorry about your grandmother and no you don't need to wear all black. In fact, you don't need to wear black at all. My friend wore white to her mother's funeral. It seemed appropriate because it gave a feeling of honor too. The main thing is to look "respectful" if you know what I mean. Nothing sexy or too trendy.
2006-07-20 09:07:03 · answer #7 · answered by mab5096 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it is not your family member, then khaki with black blouse is okay. I would think wearing something more formal will best suit the situation.
2006-07-20 03:31:06 · answer #8 · answered by h2o 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
These days it is not really all black anymore, but I would advise against wearing a Hawaiian Shirt, I think muted colors and a long skirt, you are trying to show a sadness and grief, in support of the family, and if you are the family... My deepest apologies in your loss... you do not want anyone to think you are happy. Just be safe and go with dark muted colors.
2006-07-20 02:01:12 · answer #9 · answered by D and L M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it depends on whose funeral if you really knew the person dress how they would have wanted you to dress if you didnt really know them call someone who did and if you dont want to call then that outfit sounds good, but if its going to be a big funeral then wear all all black \im sorry for the loss
2006-07-20 02:02:33 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋