2006-10-17 03:41:58 · 49 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
I couldnt afford a black dress or new suit. the sweater is nice though plus my shoes.
2006-10-17 03:49:05 · update #1
While it's traditional to wear black, it isn't required. Wear what ever you feel shows the most respect.
2006-10-17 03:48:45 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
All black is fine, or you could wear black with a white blouse. Usually the family of the deceased will wear all black now days. I agree with most of the answers ahead of me that "Funerals is a celebration of life". As for Pants and sweater. It depends. If the funeral is at the Funeral Home it may be appropriate as long as your not wearing black Levis and a tight revealing sweater. Keep it conservative. If the funeral is at the church it depends on the dress code for that denomination. Where I go to church, now days a few women wear dress pants to church. But I'm with the old crowd, dresses or skirts is the proper attire in side the chapel. If you are comfortable with pants and it is accepted by the church community. Then by all means wear pants. I also agree that the important issue here is that, you be there for support and respect for the grieving family. My sincere condolences.
2006-10-17 05:05:12 · answer #2 · answered by Vida 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I suppose that depends on your church and you community, but except for a widow, few people wear black to funerals. Funerals are looked at more as a celebration of their life. For church one can never go wrong with a dress or a skirt. Sorry about your loss.
2006-10-17 03:52:20 · answer #3 · answered by lollipop 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
black sweater and slacks don't sound like they match. how bout a white shirt...and a black coat. i guess it depends on the culture....but wearing black isn't alway nessasary. for us we wear long skirts.....no matter what the color. not revealing or anything.....respectable....but as long as we look respectable as far as clothing goes. you could go with a nice grey shirt and black coat if your set on black. doesn't have to be a dress though. but if you want.......how bout looking in a second hand clothing store if your funds are limited right now. cause you will only be wearing it the one time. or look for a nicer shirt or coat.
2006-10-17 03:53:49 · answer #4 · answered by Jody SweetG 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would think so, and you are still showing respect.
What you are wearing should be the last thing on peoples' minds at a funeral anyway. Anyone who is more concerned about how you look than the funeral has no business being there.
2006-10-17 03:51:54 · answer #5 · answered by artisticallyderanged 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe that is appropriate, it is black and at least your going as well. Not all people have or even want to wear black dresses, so I don't see what is wrong with wearing slacks.
2006-10-17 03:49:15 · answer #6 · answered by Debrah L 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
People don't have to wear black to funerals anymore. Just dress conservatively and respectfully to the family of the deceased.
2006-10-17 03:48:44 · answer #7 · answered by robinallsup 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Definitely
2006-10-17 03:49:05 · answer #8 · answered by OOO! I know! I know! 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes of course. Your main purpose at a funeral is to pay your respects to the deceased... I really don't think it matters what you wear it's the fact that you were there to show you care that matters!! I'm truly sorry to hear of your loss!! Take care
2006-10-17 03:51:09 · answer #9 · answered by SharkB8 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Black is no longer 'required' at a funeral, but yeah...somber/conservative colors are fine...and yes, it's okay for a woman to wear slacks to a funeral for anyone.
2006-10-17 03:49:53 · answer #10 · answered by . 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋