What to wear to a funeral or memorial service November 5, 2018November 5, 2018 Mo Mulchandani As a man who enjoys the finer things in life you know that it’s paramount to always dress for the occasion, even if the occasion isn’t the most pleasant one. There is a lot of thought and care that should be put into your outfit when you’re attending a funeral or memorial service. After all, it’s essential to show respect by dressing in the most appropriate fashions. A mournful affair is best represented through your clothing by embellishing darker tones, classic styles and subtle designs. Avoid over-the-top, sloppy patterns and instead show off your sensitivity by dressing simple, sophisticated and sharp. Appropriate funeral dress shirts It’s very customary to dress in all black when you attend a funeral, so, who are we to meddle with tradition? This popular choice allows you to blend into the crowd, all while looking clean and sharp. However, just a plain black shirt simply won’t do. In order to avoid looking disrespectful and sloppy, grab yourself a trend-setting, button-up dress shirt that is pristinely pressed and aesthetically designed. The item should be subtle, well-defined and possess a casual, yet cleaned up feel. And remember that the style is equally as important as color. You wouldn’t wear a short-sleeved shirt to a funeral, would you? Appropriate suit choices When dressing appropriately for a funeral, it’s important to balance a level of respect with your fashion forward attitude. Naturally, that means that wearing a two or three piece suit is the perfect way to dress for occasion. Again, black is the natural choice for a gent attending such a somber ceremony. The dark color of your men’s designer suit will not only convey the grief you feel, but it also appropriately represents a dapper look. Always make sure to dress yourself in a solid color, as a sorrowful event is no place for patterns, checkers or stripes. Also, ensure that your men’s designer suit has been cleaned, pressed and fitted so you are embellishing your well-mannered personality. Appropriate funeral footwear Black, laced, dress shoes are the suitable choices for footwear when you are attending a funeral — fitting in with the black, dark toned appeal of your entire outfit. Remember to prepare your shoes ahead of the ceremony by ensuring that they are polished and free of any scuff marks. The nice part about a good shoe is that it completes your formal look and allows you to look polished, which in turn reflects your classic style and respectful personality. Are there any other clothing ways you ensure your respect when attending a funeral? Let us know in the comments section below.