How to Act at a Funeral
Dress conservatively., Arrive early., Don’t sit in the front rows.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Dress conservatively.
When attending a funeral, always dress conservatively.
Do not wear flashy outfits, bright colors, baggy clothing, or low-cutting blouses or dresses.
You do not have to wear all black, but at least dress in darker colors, like dark blues, greens, and grays.
As a general rule of thumb, dress business casual when attending funerals., Try to attend the funeral 10 minutes early.
This will enable you to find seating and sign the guest book.
If you sign the guest book, be sure to sign your first and last name; you can also state your relationship to the deceased, i.e., friend, coworker, colleague, or teammate., In general, the first several rows of seating are usually reserved for immediate family members, relatives, and close friends.
If you are not a close friend, family, or relative, sit in the middle or in the back of the venue. -
Step 2: Arrive early.
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Step 3: Don’t sit in the front rows.
Detailed Guide
When attending a funeral, always dress conservatively.
Do not wear flashy outfits, bright colors, baggy clothing, or low-cutting blouses or dresses.
You do not have to wear all black, but at least dress in darker colors, like dark blues, greens, and grays.
As a general rule of thumb, dress business casual when attending funerals., Try to attend the funeral 10 minutes early.
This will enable you to find seating and sign the guest book.
If you sign the guest book, be sure to sign your first and last name; you can also state your relationship to the deceased, i.e., friend, coworker, colleague, or teammate., In general, the first several rows of seating are usually reserved for immediate family members, relatives, and close friends.
If you are not a close friend, family, or relative, sit in the middle or in the back of the venue.
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