What to Wear to a Funeral During Winter
There is no apparent form or reason for death in most cases. That means whether we like it or not; a winter funeral might happen upon any of us at any time. Here is a guide from funeral homes in Loudonville, NY, to finding something appropriate for the occasion and staying warm while at it.
1. You will need a warm dress coat
A black dress coat is recommended as it absorbs and retains more heat, but you can go with another dark color if you like. Your outerwear is especially vital if there is to be an outdoor or graveside service, so pay attention to the material in relation to the weather.
2. Take your outdoor winter accessories
Speaking of the weather, check the forecast for the day to know whether to prepare for rain or snow. Either way, consider taking a scarf, a pair of gloves, an umbrella, and a hat.
As for shoes, go with a waterproof pair covering your whole feet. In addition to preventing a cold, you want to check all these boxes to avoid looking sloppy or wet and attracting uninvited attention.
3. Be conservative with your choice of colors.
If you’re mixing colors, make sure each element comes together nicely and still blends with the mood of the occasion.
Though the standard black color is no longer a must, a funeral is often still solemn. You don’t want to show up looking like it’s the happiest day of your life.
Some families make it easy by specifying a theme or color. In the absence of that, neutral to dark colors are safe.
4. Layering is your friend
Whether you wear a suit or a dress, layering is your friend for a winter funeral. It means adding pieces of clothing that you may or may not remove as you move between temperatures over your main outfit.
If you are wearing a skirt to a funeral with indoor and outdoor segments, for example, pair it with thick stockings/leggings as well as a shawl, sweater, or scarf. And then a coat.
5. Don’t overthink it
Ideally, you won’t be the center of attention at a funeral, so there’s no need to stress it. Keep your reason for being there top of mind, which is to celebrate the life and passing of the deceased.
Putting something warm enough and appropriate together for the event should not be the priority. If it turns out to also be fashionable, that’s fine too, but you really shouldn’t fret about looking trendy or whatnot.
Layering is your friend. Be conservative and clean. Don’t stress it.
Putting a funeral outfit together is understandably not the most enjoyable thing for people. The sad reality before you that someone you knew or loved is gone will likely outweigh any flair to dwell on how you look.
Nevertheless, it is also respectful not to be one hundred percent nonchalant about it. You may not want to wear your best outfit, but you also shouldn’t show up looking your worst either.
If you need a funeral home in Loudonville, NY, give us a call or visit us at McVeigh Funeral Home, Inc. You will be pleased to find out we offer much more services than just outfit tips.
