what should one wear at a memorial service?

Answer 1

I would say anything above casual dress, and no extraordinarily bright colours or flashy jewelry.

--That Cheeky Lad

Answer 2

Wear something that the occasion requires - in this case depending on the weather, a black suit, white shirt, gloves and boots or shoes - never trainers! Neat clean hair and minimum of make up - you are not the star on this occasion. Remember you will probably be standing about a bit, so wear something warm like a really good coat - not a hoodie O.K. - Trousers well I suppose if thats what you consider respectful O.K. A really serious ceremony will require a discreet hat. Don't smell of powerful scent, or talk too loud, gossip or otherwise be seen to enjoy yourself. Then go to the pub and celebrate or drown sorrows!! Can't go wrong.

Answer 3

Firstly, you need to know what religion the service will be for. Some religions wear white instead of black upon death, and to wear a dark color would, while not seeming rude, make you stick out. The best way to find out is to ask someone not in the immediate family (unless the only person you know is in the immediate family, then feel free to ask what would be the most appropriate, letting them know that since you KNOW that some religions have services in white, you do not want to offend if they ARE of those religions).

If it is NOT one of those religions, then feel free to wear a darker color (black, navy, dark brown), but make your outfit more conservative - like a funeral. It's always better to seem more conservative, than to come in a casual but somber dress.

Answer 4

The difference between a memorial service and a funeral is that the latter is the ceremony directly before internment or cremation.

So, you wear what you'd wear to a funeral service. Dark colours and skip the jewelry.

Answer 5

depends of what sort of service, if its a big thing then not black but also nothing to bright, something like a dark blue, or red, if the service is more of a small private thing then it may pay to ask because if it was a service for me I would want bright clothes, and would want people to be happy that i was at rest

Answer 6

Depends on the wishes of the deceased (if they left instructions)
or the wishes of the deceased's family. Just ask, you'll look a burke in a suit and black tie iy everyone else is wear grass skirts and hawaiian shirts

Answer 7

something nice and tasteful. No excessive skin showing. A skirt or slacks with a blazer or jacket & slacks with a decent shirt for a man. As long as it's clean and you are respectful it really shouldn't be the biggest thing on your mind but some people criticize others for everything and do you really care what those mean people have to say?

Answer 8

As long as though you dont dress as if you are going to a party, then anything that is smart and fairly conservative.
You dont have to wear black, but keep the skirt/trousers and jacket neutral.

Answer 9

i always wear a dark suit with a dark navy blue shirt and matching tie. i feel that wearing a black tie seems too rehearsed and obvious. show some individuality, but be respectful.

Answer 10

Dress nicely, but don't wear any bright colors. I usually opt for various shades of brown, but black or gray would work as well.