Blending makes a huge difference, so I hope you don't skip this step
Do Dark, solid-colored suit (black, charcoal, navy) White or light blue dress shirt Solid dark tie (black, charcoal, burgundy) Polished black leather dress shoes Simple, understated watch Dark socks that match your trousers Clean, pressed, well-fitting clothes A dark overcoat in cold weather Don't Jeans, chinos, or casual trousers Sneakers, sandals, or open-toed shoes Bright or neon colors Novelty ties, loud patterns, or Hawaiian shirts Shorts, regardless of the heat Strong cologne or fragrance Sunglasses indoors (outdoors is fine) Hats or caps inside the venue Visible logos, brand names, or graphic tees Athletic wear or athleisure A note on fragrance: many people are particularly sensitive to smells during periods of grief
The Dress Code states that the sides of the gown must extend under your arms when your arms are at your sides
The original gown featured a below-the-navel V-neck and a slit up the center details that made it go viral during an era that still involved dial-up