It's one of my friend's funerals tomorrow, and i don't know what to wear... i don't want to wear black because he wouldn't have wanted us to...i mean, i might wear black trousers or something...but what do you think i should wear??
2006-12-20 05:31:56 · 22 answers · asked by Little Miss Helellena 3 in Beauty & Style ➔ Other - Beauty & Style
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your friend. I've been to more than my fair share of wakes and funerals. You don't have to wear black, but you don't want it to be too casual. The funeral is not for your friend - as in, you're not there for her. You attend funerals to support loved ones and friends of the deceased - so it's important to make sure that your clothing is respectful of your friend's family. Of course, you're a friend and loved one and you're grieving, so you need to make sure you're comfortable. Don't wear any new clothes - wear something you've worn before. Black, navy, khaki pants - all are fine. Skirts that are not too short are fine, too. Make sure you stuff your coat pockets with tissues and bring advil or something else for a headache, since you will probably get one. Remember to eat beforehand - something light. Sit with your friends and try to remember all the great things about the person you lost, not so much that they're gone. More important than what your friend would have wanted you to wear is how they would want you to feel - they would want you to grieve, but be able to move on with life. I suggest you go out to eat with your friends afterward to a restaurant your friend that passed away would have liked, unless you're invited back to the family's house - in which case a dinner with your friends after that would still be a good idea. Take care.
2006-12-20 05:46:57 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know you might not want to wear all black but wearing bright colors might upset his family. Try some grey or brown pants with a soft blue or pink top.
P.S. I'm sorry about the loss of your friend.
2006-12-20 05:37:48 · answer #2 · answered by 07jaggrad 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Whatever you do dont wear a skimpy outfit and dont wear bright colours. Try maybe a maroon dress (long), or maybe a navy top and those dark trousers you were talking about...
2006-12-20 05:35:17 · answer #3 · answered by jackyboy1 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Normally... when people lack the desire to wear black .. which means mourning.. they do have the vision to wear red which is a symbol of passion. Or perhaps white...
No matter what color.. .just make sure you put thought into the process.
2006-12-20 06:29:57 · answer #4 · answered by Mizhani 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well I know what you shouldn't wear is bright colors. Dark red or dark green would be good for a funeral.
2006-12-20 05:52:20 · answer #5 · answered by Gabby 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
wear a white or pink sweater with black pants it will look cute and you won't look too depressing i hate when people wear all black to a funeral
2006-12-20 05:37:24 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd wear like, black dress pants and heels...and a nice shirt. Like, for me, the color red looks good...so I'd wear like, a NICE red sweater or tunic ---- but not a bright red, more of dark red. And then I'd do my hair in a semi-fancy - but not completely - hairstyle...kinda like the one my avatar has.
ps,
I'm sorry about the loss of your friend...two of my good friends have just died...I can relate...it's no fun!
2006-12-20 05:39:47 · answer #7 · answered by dp 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In my opinion, I think you should wear whatever your friend would WANT you to wear. If you get any strange looks, say "My friend would've wanted us to dres like this." When you're in a funeral, you're not just mourning that preson. You're also celebrating his/her life on this Earth. Hope this helps!!
2006-12-20 05:36:35 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Wear whatever comforts you the most. He would want you to feel the best as you can under the circumstances.
Good luck sweetie!
2006-12-20 05:46:06 · answer #9 · answered by Tina 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my partners dad died just over a year ago and all of his 5 boys wore black suits with pink shirts and ties. They looked very smart and the splash of pink brightened things up a little.
2006-12-20 05:39:44 · answer #10 · answered by kelly 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋