Question on funeral attire?

Question

I will be wearing black dress bermuda shorts with a black top. To make my outfit seem less casual I plan on wearing heels. Would my 4 inch peep toe black shoes be inappropriate? I'm definitely not trying to stand out, I just wanted to appear more dressy.

Answer 1

Sounds good to me.  

Answer 2

I think your choice is excellent, classy without being overdressed. It seems the practise these days not to exactly mourn the person who has passed away, but to celebrate their lives. This enables a more adventurous style of dressing, subdued but not sombre and smart and not casual. I think you have it spot on.

Answer 3

That does not sound appropriate for a funeral as it sounds too "s**y."  

Also not very practical if they are doing anything at the grave side.  Those heels would sink into the grass and you would look pretty silly trying to keep your balance.  

I would suggest you wear a black knee length dress,  plain pumps and no jewelry around the neck.   If it is cold,  a black sweater or jacket would be appropriate.    

Answer 4

nah i think thats a fine outfit to go to a funeral in. im sorry for ur loss

Answer 5

That's appropriate to wear.  

Answer 6

I think to some extent, it depend on who the other mourners are and who the funeral is for.  For example, if it's for someone's grandfather and most of the mourners will be older and a different generation, I would go with a more traditional skirt combo or dress.  Any somber type colors or even pastels would be fine - I just wouldn't wear hot pink or something.

If the funeral is for a younger person and there will be many younger people present, I think a more modern style such as what you've mentioned would be acceptable.

My rule of thumb for funerals is to dress with respect for the "main" family and friends and in something that they would find appropriate.

Answer 7

That doesn't sound appropriate to me. The worst part is the 4 inch heels. No shorts or tube tops or tank tops either. Your outfit doesn't have to be black unless you are a member of the family. A dark color will work just fine or gray. Any somber tones. A skirt or dress is preferred.