My friend died of Mengitis at the age of 19 and i am going to attend his funeral this Thursday but to be honest i haven't been to a funeral since I was like 3 years old.. i am now 17 and no clue what to wear.. just anything dark ? do i need a suit jacket? i have no clue.
2007-10-02 13:48:08 · 31 answers · asked by Logic 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
I am so sorry for the loss of your friend. I'm sure it's a very difficult time for you.
A dark colored suit (navy, grey, black) with a white shirt and a tie would work well here.
Good luck.
2007-10-02 13:52:49 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Oh wow I'm sorry -- you aren't in Florida are you? We just lost a young lady here from the same thing. It's so sad and scarry for everyone. It is not necessary to wear black anymore -- that's kind of "old fashioned" believe it or not. These days, a funeral/service is more considered a "celebration of life" -- the person's life while they were WITH us -- which to me, is pretty awesome. Better to have loved and lost than never be loved before is not just about a love relationship. But to go on with the question (I'm babbling - sorrry) -- it can't hurt to take a suit jacket with you just in case....but it's not necessary. Just wear something nice -- people aren't going to be paying a ton of attention to you regardless, unless you wore something flashy so don't worry about it.
2007-10-02 20:54:00 · answer #2 · answered by butterfliesRfree 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sorry for your loss. Black is respectful or a dark navy blue. A suit is preferred with a tie. A woman wears a dark dress or suit as well. A funeral is very subdued and nothing bright or flashy would be acceptable dress.
2007-10-02 21:00:02 · answer #3 · answered by dawnb 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
you can wear anything that would be appropriate for say CHURCH to a funeral however traditionally people wear dark or somber colors... I've been to several funerals lately and I've seen all colors and styles of dress INCLUDING jeans (not blue jeans though).... women can wear dresses but it's not fashionably necessary any more... ... The one color I have NEVER seen at a funeral as of yet is RED.... so if you stay away from really bright colors, you will be fine... sorry about your friend ---such a YOUNG age to die.....
2007-10-02 20:55:33 · answer #4 · answered by LittleBarb 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm so very sorry to hear about your friend. Although the dress code for attending funerals is a bit more relaxed then it used to be, you'll want to show respect to your friend and his living family. I'd go with black and white (black slacks, white shirt, a tie).
2007-10-02 20:56:44 · answer #5 · answered by mJc 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just formal dark clothes really. Suit and jacket is not necessary. But wear dark pants an long sleve top.
2007-10-02 20:50:35 · answer #6 · answered by Shteff 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well usually and traditionally people wear black or dark colors during a funeral. but i been too some funerals were the family requests that people try NOT to wear dark clothing. I wondered why and i asked the family and they said they werent going to mourn and be depressed but to celebrate the life of their loved one. but traditionally and to be safe wear dark colors- or just ask someone in the family or close to the family.
im sorry for your lost.
2007-10-02 20:52:48 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
You don't have to wear dark clothing to funerals anymore. Wear something you would wear to church (If you go), or just something nice. Be sure it is tasteful and not too vibrant.
No, you don't need a jacket.
2007-10-02 20:51:07 · answer #8 · answered by ♥Sarai♥ 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Black is not obligatory anymore. Dark colors are respectful, being well-dressed is even more so. Doesn't necessarily require a suit or dress, but something more "dressed up" or conservative than what you normally wear to school is appropriate.
2007-10-02 20:52:44 · answer #9 · answered by la fea 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Just anything modest, comfortable, and dark. Flashy or noticable clothing can attract unwanted attention. The funeral should be to mourn your friend's death, not a mini-fashion show. LOL
2007-10-02 20:51:31 · answer #10 · answered by HCL 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋