What to wear seems to always be a problem when it comes to formal events. What more if you are going to a funeral where it is not just a formal event but a somber one as well. Here are some tips on how to decide what to wear if you are going to a funeral:

Find out where the funeral is taking place. The location will be a good indicator of what to wear. A grand church might call for black formal, which means suit and tie for the gentlemen and black dress or suit with hoisery for the ladies. A shirt with tie and a pair of slacks or a nice dress or skirt and blouse are okay for a funeral held at the local church.

Clothes you can’t wear to a funeral are jeans, very short skirts and dresses, tops that bare too much skin. Avoid wearing baseball caps.

Ladies can wear formal hats, especially if the funeral is held outside during the day.Avoid colors and prints that are too loud. Remember that attending a funeral entails respect not only for the departed but their families as well. Try not to attract too much attention from the event.