- funeral or a celebration of life
If the family says, “Please wear bright colors,” then wearing black simply because you assume black is required may actually ignore their wishes.
Likewise, if the family requests traditional mourning attire, it’s best to follow those instructions.
When in doubt, choose something understated
If you don’t know the family’s customs, muted colors are generally a safe starting point.
Good choices include:
- Black
- Charcoal gray
- Navy
- Dark brown
- Deep green
- Dark burgundy
- Muted neutrals
The goal isn’t to disappear completely.
It’s simply to avoid making
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