Advice on Memorial events

I would say it you know her favourite colour try to incorporate that in your outfit, but navy or grey are always an easy colour to wear. Clothes that you like and feel good will make you feel comfortable , you may have bought something for a wedding in the past that you can wear? I would not buy new unless you really want to.

I am going to one of these events in 2 weeks.
I will wear ordinary summer clothes as I would do if just visiting.
I expect it to be a happy day.

My friends father had a memorial garden lunch in a barn, he donated his body to science.No dark colours photos all around, lots of reminiscing and laughter.lt was a wonderful afternoon and reflected a life of love and laughter.

Hello again everyone. I’m so lucky my question popped up in the daily threads! Thank you all again for your input. Definitely feel it’s going to be a celebration rather than anything sombre so we will both opt for outfits in shades of blue we think-I’m going with an aqua coloured dress, a happy summery colour but not garish

We have set a theme for my late FIL funeral. We have stated casual,colourful, bright clothing, no black or somber suits and ties.
The intention is to hold a garden party to celebrate his life but with family travelling from Europe we won't be having the event until everyone can travelling with no quarantine required.

Ask the person that invited you or maybe if there is anyone else that you know that is going and ask what they are wearing ?
I don't think that wearing full mourning would be appropriate - it basically is a chance for people that knew the deceased to get together and share their memories of that person with others and especially the close family.
A garden party to means wearing something summery but maybe not to bright. The main thing is the get together, not the clothing!

What a great idea, wear something summery if the weather is good and take a cardigan for if it is chilly or later into the evening and enjoy the whole experience.

For summer funerals and memorial services I opt for dark summer dress or two-piece and brighten with scarf or jewellery.
In the summer you can get away with muted summer dress and a dark jacket/blazer.
Many years ago I purchased a short- sleeved navy jacket and skirt (which I can alternate with trousers) and it still functions as memorial/funeral wear.

He's probably organizing it as a celebration of their life rather than as a wake. Best to ask him.

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