Funeral
Do you have a funeral or cremation to go to - but unsure of what to wear to the service? To answer all your questions about appropriate funeral wear, here is everything you need to know about how to dress for the occasion.
A funeral is usually a sad affair. So it’s fitting to spend some time thinking about what to wear to a funeral.
These days you often see jeans being worn at such occasions. However, it’s still advisable to dress well in something less conspicuous and in dark tones when saying goodbye. Think of dark grey, dark blue or black. Above all, pay close attention to any instructions on the invitation.
It may not be very common but if there is a dress code stated on the invitation, it’s absolutely advisable to follow it.Het is niet heel gebruikelijk, maar als op de rouwkaart een dresscode vermeld staat, is het verplicht je ook hierop te kleden.
Funeral dress code women
- A funeral is a sad affair
- Black or dark clothing is a sign of mourning
- Wear an outfit you have chosen with care
- Wear dress shoes
- Avoid bright colours and loud prints
The perfect funeral outfit
Ladies who want to follow tradition can choose to wear a black dress or suit. Is the funeral in the summer? Then a simple dark cocktail dress is also appropriate. Keep in mind that the dress isn’t too short or low cut.
Do you want to be well-dressed but not overdressed? Black trousers combined with a smart blouse are a safe option. As before, keep to subtle or dark colours like black, white, grey or blue. A beautiful jumpsuit can also be a good choice.
Funeral clothing for women
You can wear a hat but choose one that is subtle. Wearing clean and well-kept shoes is very important also for women. Leave the sneakers for another occasion.
Is the funeral service informal and is it actually the intention that guests dress casually? Still, avoid old or worn-out jeans and choose the neatest pair of jeans from your closet.
Still not sure if you’ve chosen the right clothing? Try to ask other guests for help. They may give you good advice that can help you to feel more at ease at such a sad occasion.
Funeral dress code men
- A funeral is a sad affair
- Black or dark clothing is a sign of mourning
- Wear an outfit you have chosen with care
- Wear well-kept dress shoes
- Avoid bright colours and loud prints
The perfect funeral outfit
Men can absolutely wear a suit, preferably one that’s black or dark blue. The jacket can be worn, but can also be left off. You can combine your suit with a grey, white, black or dark blue dress shirt and a tie.
A turtleneck or smart black shirt are also appropriate. Be sure to combine this with a smart pair of pants.
Last but not least, well-kept and clean shoes should finish the outfit off. Other accessories are an option but keep it subtle.
Funeral clothing for men
Every funeral is of course different. It may be in fact appreciated if you dress informally. You can often make this decision on your own. If you have doubts, ask other guests what they are wearing.
Do you want to be well-dressed but not overdressed? Then choose a casual pair of pants and a dress shirt. Not the other way around.
Still not sure if you’ve chosen the right clothing? Try to ask other guests for help. They may be able to give you good advice that can help you to feel more at ease at such a sad occasion.
Funeral dress code for children
Should you want (or need) to bring children, then they should also be appropriately dressed. For boys, there are not too expensive black suits available. Girls can wear a black dress. It should be a dress without loud patterns or sequins.
If it’s spring or summer, black dresses may be difficult to find. So you can choose any dark colour. Avoid busy patterns, bright colours, and loud prints or text on the clothing. Shoes should be clean and well-kept, and hair neatly done.