No matter what creed or culture you follow, a funeral is a somber affair that requires a certain level of conservative dress. Even the color of clothing that you don for a wake or funeral service can have a significant meaning, especially in Eastern and some Western religions. Appropriate attire is vital at any funeral of wake, so if you’re not sure of exactly how to dress for a service, then here are a few helpful pointers based on some of the more popular religions and cultures:
Christian Funerals. While it was once required to wear all black for a Christian funeral or wake, now other somber colors have become accepted as part of funeral attire. However, out of respect for the mourners, clothing must still be conservative, with women wearing dresses that hit below the knee or slacks, and men wear more formal attire like a suit with a tie. If you’re still unsure of what to wear to a funeral, simply ask what the family of the deceased will be wearing for the funeral, or follow the attire that’s dictated by the creed of the family. It’s best to err on the side of safety rather than make a fashion statement at the funeral, so don’t pick bright colors, cocktail dresses or any other “fashionable” clothing items.
(more…) Appropriate Attire to Wear to a Funeral
March 9th, 2009No matter what creed or culture you follow, a funeral is a somber affair that requires a certain level of conservative dress. Even the color of clothing that you don for a wake or funeral service can have a significant meaning, especially in Eastern and some Western religions. Appropriate attire is vital at any funeral of wake, so if you’re not sure of exactly how to dress for a service, then here are a few helpful pointers based on some of the more popular religions and cultures:
Christian Funerals. While it was once required to wear all black for a Christian funeral or wake, now other somber colors have become accepted as part of funeral attire. However, out of respect for the mourners, clothing must still be conservative, with women wearing dresses that hit below the knee or slacks, and men wear more formal attire like a suit with a tie. If you’re still unsure of what to wear to a funeral, simply ask what the family of the deceased will be wearing for the funeral, or follow the attire that’s dictated by the creed of the family. It’s best to err on the side of safety rather than make a fashion statement at the funeral, so don’t pick bright colors, cocktail dresses or any other “fashionable” clothing items.
(more…) Tips On Gathering Friends and Family for a Funeral Service
January 14th, 2009
Many funeral homes offer plenty of services to help grieving family members and friends of a deceased loved with funeral planning – but what about when it comes to finding long-lost friends and relatives for the funeral service? In many cultures, it is a tradition to hold a gathering after a wake or funeral in order to continue the mourning and celebration of a loved one’s life; in fact, several funeral homes even have a large space that’s used specifically for after-service dinners. However, it can be difficult and time-consuming to gather everyone together for the funeral and after-service, so you’ll need as much help as you can muster from both relatives and the staff members of funeral homes.
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