You have been asked to give a eulogy speech; it’s written and now it’s time to take care of all the other details… like what to wear to a funeral.

For those of us who are clothing horses, we take a lot of time and thought about what we’re going to wear anywhere and everywhere we go. But for others, the thought may not arise until the last moment.

Whether you want to know what to wear to a funeral because you’re the person giving a eulogy speech or just because you’re in attendance and wondering what would be the right thing to do, I’ve got some clothing tips for you.

If you haven’t been to a funeral before and have only read books and seen movies where people wear only black, I have news especially for you. Black is no longer the required color to wear. You can use any solid color you want. However, you might think twice about hot pink or any bright color because the emphasis is on celebrating life rather than just mourning death.

Clothes that are frowned upon include bright and quirky prints (what you’d wear to a beach in Hawaii is not what you’d wear to a funeral), especially if you’re the one giving the eulogy speech.

Here is a list of clothes to avoid:

Tshirts

muscle shirts

mini skirts

Gaps in clothing (regardless of how cute your belly button is!)

Ripped or ripped clothing (regardless of how much it cost you to buy it that way!)

Blue jeans, unless you have no other clothes to your name. Make sure they are your best Sunday blue jeans and wear a shirt or blouse with them that has a collar and sleeves.

tight fit

When you are in front of a group of people talking, there are several factors to take into account:

Can you move without ripping or popping the buttons?

Do people focus on your words or your clothes or exposed parts of your body?

Do you have freedom of movement?

A maxim to remember is that you are there to honor the deceased and not to show off.

Suits for both men and women are a good option, especially if you’re giving a eulogy speech, but if you went without a suit several years ago, ditch the suit and wear something that fits you.

In my opinion, men look good in a tie, but it’s not a necessity. My husband has banned his life bonds since he retired from his management job. A tie is never what he would wear to a funeral or anywhere else!

The bottom line of the question of what to wear to a funeral is to wear a simple, well-fitting top that doesn’t show too much skin and a well-fitting pair of pants. Women can wear a dress or skirt with a classic length and design. You can use colors that are moderate in color.

Make sure your clothes are fresh and well ironed. Remember that you are paying your respects to the deceased and to the family and friends left behind. You want everyone to know that you thought enough of them to dress up.