Okay Ive been to a couple viewings/funerals when I was younger and unfortunately I had a death in the family (not immediate family) Is it required to wear Black at a funeral or can I get away with wearing something else?
2006-10-05 09:38:25 · 21 answers · asked by Fantasy686 4 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Other - Arts & Humanities
Just as the color of weddings have changed so have funerals. Wear anything dignified out of respect but then I have been to funerals where there are people who wear their jeans. In my family, when we have a viewing, I don't care how they're dressed, it means a lot to me that they came to pay their respects, I don't view it as a fashion show, it's the thought that counts.
2006-10-05 09:45:59 · answer #1 · answered by homey_girl11 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
It depends. The best bet would be to ask others who are attending the funeral and choose something that fits the mood.
Usually it's black. A very dark blue, brown, green, or something similar shouldn't be a problem.
It's not necessarily a sombre occasion though. Some funerals aren't as much about being bleek as they are about being vibrant in a more energetic thanks for the life of the friend.
I'm guessing that's not the case, and I would just say find something simple and black.
2006-10-05 14:48:26 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do you have a good memory-can't you recall what you have been viewing when you was younger.How you saw them,what color of clothing they were wearing.Follow up with your memory.You can scan there action,but not to follow it if you like, to wear something else.Let's set an example,you are at work place and got a urgent message to attend the funeral,are you going to change your dress and to go there for viewing.Wear whichever suits you.
2006-10-05 09:49:50 · answer #3 · answered by precede2005 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wearing black is not necessary, to the viewing or the funeral.
2006-10-05 09:40:09 · answer #4 · answered by smartypants909 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It is absolutely NOT required! As a matter of fact, I have been to many funerals and the immediate family have appreciated it when I have opted for "lighter" attire. Black is depressing and if the widow or widower chooses it then that is their right but definately not others.
2006-10-05 10:18:46 · answer #5 · answered by Jesus freak 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, it's not necessary to wear black anymore. People are less formal about funerals and weddings these days.
2006-10-05 17:11:56 · answer #6 · answered by catfan 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The purpose for wearing black is twofold:
1. It shows that you are in mourning and demonstrating respect for the deceased.
2. It insures that all attention is focused on the deceased and not on some $2 hooch that comes to the funeral wearing a low-cut red cocktail dress, no bra, five-inch heels, and a pink feather boa.
To wear loud colors to a viewing or funeral is the equivalent of someone saying, "I know that today is about the deceased but I am so starved for attention and I long to be the center of attention so much that I demand that you notice ME and not pay respects to the deceased. Please LOOK AT ME!! SOMEONE!! ANYONE, LOOK AT ME!!!"
It is considered very crass, unclassy, and undignified.
2006-10-05 10:32:44 · answer #7 · answered by Mr. Curious 6 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Modern Etiquette does not require that you wear black, and most people don't anymore. You can certainly wear something else, but I would suggest that it be in a muted colour and with a conservative cut.
2006-10-05 09:43:41 · answer #8 · answered by aimeanna 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mom knows everything is right on the money be tasteful,its the showing up that really matters to the family of the deceased
2006-10-05 09:43:08 · answer #9 · answered by stygianwolfe 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you don't have to wear black at a funeral, wear an outfit that isn't rude though. something nice and simple would work.
2006-10-05 09:41:00 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋