Is wearing black a must for a memorial service?
A memorial service is to honor the life of someone and to pay respects and support for their family and those grieving. Black is the traditional mourning color. Black and dark color clothing are always appropriate for a memorial service, however today other colors may also be worn. Avoid clothing that is too casual or revealing. Choose something conservative. A simple style dress, skirt suit (hem around knee length) or pantsuit are all appropriate clothing for women. A pair of well fitting pants (not denim jeans) or a skirt and a top with sleeves and flats or pumps (not sneakers or flip-flops) are good. Nothing too tight, too low or too short is appropriate. Tip: add a jacket or sweater to a sleeveless dress and wear tights with above the knee hemlines. Black clothing is most appropriate for the memorial service of an important person.
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Years ago black and dark gray clothing was appropriate attire for a memorial service or funeral. Memorial services vary and people dress much more casually today so clothing isn’t limited to just black or dark gray. However your attire should be in good taste, not too short, not too tight and not too low cut, clean, neat, and pressed. Separates, a dress, suit or pants and a top all can be worn to a memorial service. Go easy on the jewelry and makeup and avoid anything that says glitzy. You are attending to show your respect for and honoring someone who died. Memorial services usually takes place after the body has been buried or cremated. They can take place any time after the death of someone, from a week to a year. Memorial services may be held in any location and have no formal structure. Usually friends and relatives say something about the deceased at a memorial service and a reception is held afterward.
Is it appropriate to wear pants to a memorial service?
A memorial service is a celebration of a person’s life after they are deceased. It is important to show respect to their family by dressing modestly and in good taste when you attend a memorial service. Pants are classics in most, if not all, women’s wardrobe today and are appropriate to wear to a memorial service if they fit well. Usually dark pants with a print blouse (with a color of the pants in it) or a sweater would look good. Jean style pants are acceptable but not denim jeans. You can top off your outfit with a jacket to present a more put together look.
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