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What colors can I wear to a funeral?

The funeral is for a young 11 year old and the mother asked everyone to wear bright colors as she wants it to be a celebration of life. So I don't want to wear black, in order to respect their wishes, but I also don't know what colors would be appropriate. also what kinda of clothes should I pick?

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  • ?
    Lv 4
    7 years ago
    Favorite Answer

    Navy's always a safe bet as it's smart and respectful without being drab or morbid. If you're not sure how bright, then ask - if you've got a particular outfit in mind, but are not sure if it's suitable, then show or describe it, and go from there. Trousers are usually acceptable these days, but avoid anything scruffy or revealing - no shorts, torn or frayed jeans, or plunging necklines. If it's to be a burial, bear in mind you'll be standing outside for a while and might get cold, so wear something warm or have a coat handy. Don't worry if the coat's a bit bright, as people make allowances for weather conditions.

  • 7 years ago

    Maybe a while dress with colours on it? Or white with other colourful pieces, like blue shoes and a light coat or cardican over it... If you're wearing accessories like a scarf wear colours with that too!

    I don't think anyone will judge you (unless you wear black lol) so just wear the style that you think would be funeral appropirate (knee length dress/skirt or longer, or pants, that is not revealing)... and incorporate some nice colours! Just because she wants you to dress in colours doesn't mean you have to try to be a walking van gogh painting!

    Don't stress out about something so unimportant. Focus on what matters here; the little girl and her family.

  • 7 years ago

    Is wear purple , blue , something that's in the cool range color but not black obviously or brown. Well she said bright colors so I'd just follow that rule so she won't get upset. I'd also wear a dress in those colors.

  • Anonymous
    7 years ago

    Pretend you are dressing for an 11 year old's birthday party, instead of a funeral. that's the mother's wishes.

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  • 7 years ago

    If the mother stated her preferences, I'm not sure why you're asking. Wear light colors, but nothing loud.

  • 7 years ago

    I'd wear a dress in purple with a flowered scarf to bring in brighter colors but not in a brash way. That would be the girly cheerful look the mom requested but not too loud!! : }

    http://www.jcpenney.com/worthington-long-sleeve-fi... a dress like this

    http://www.kohls.com/product/prd-1807929/apt-9-tro... with a scarf like this to bring bright cheerful colors into the outfit

  • 7 years ago

    Wear something in white,grey or navy blue.

    Royal blue is also a great idea.

    Avoid anything too bright like red or green.

    Avoid anything neon.

  • 7 years ago

    Don't do yellow or orange. A dark blue(Lighter than Navy) would be nice

  • ?
    Lv 7
    7 years ago

    Wear bright colors. She wants it to be a celebration of life.

    Source(s): Seriously
  • 7 years ago

    black has always been associated with funerals. however, with todays world, it's either black or white. on other occassions, the family prefers their own color. you may want to listen on what they prefer.

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