Jewellery Stand - Is it appropriate to wear a pearl necklace to a funeral?

Is it appropriate to wear a pearl necklace to a funeral?

I am wearing all black, but white pearls seem to stand out too much ... I don't think I will. :( ... I happened to acquire the pearls on the day of her passing away, I felt there was a connection... .... before I found out about it, but at approximately same hour...it is so strange.

Public Comments

Pearls with a black outfit sounds very appropriate to me. Sorry for your loss.
You could because pearls are considered formal, but it would probably be best to go with something understated like a gold chain or a cross.
Don't see why not, pearls are simple & elegant and go nice with basic black. It's not like you're wearing feathers & a fright wig...
A funeral is always a sad time and it also is a difficult time when trying to decide what to wear. Black is very traditional, but at the same time classic. White pearls are considered Conservative and classic. They would look very elegant and sophisticated with an all black outfit. I don't think you would "stand out" too much. Nobody I believe would be upset or feel like you were being too flashy. Wearing bright colors and huge earrings may be inappropriate, but I think wearing a classic string of pearls or pearl stud earrings would be very nice.
It is okay. Nowadays people often do not wear black to funerals. Conservative nice colors and clothing are fine in these modern times.
You can wear whatever you want to a funeral, that person obviously won't care. Just try to make it understated. Short Skirts and plunging necklines are a bit much....
It wouldn't offend me, but some people might see it different. I would wear them.
It's fine girl.....pearls go with all black outfits...
You can wear pearls any time, any where...
If it's a simple single strand of pearls - it's most appropriate. If it's a very long or multi-stranded set of pearls with garnishments on them, etc...no. Pearls or with any jewlery for funerals - rule is simple. Anything flashy or over the top - NO. Simple and plain and understated - YES.
Funeral is a sad time where the entire congregation mourns the departure of the dead. I feel one should goto attend such an occassion with simplest dress and make up. But this differs from culture to culture and local traditions. In India normally people will attend such ceremonies avoiding fashion and glitter.
Pearls are always appropriate. They are tasteful and not distracting. They can be worn anytime, anywhere.
I think the pearls would be ok. I think the #1 thing people are concerned about is the type of clothing a person wears to a funeral. It is expected for a person to wear dark colors to show they are in mourning. I recently went to a wake and people were showing up in pajama pants and jeans, etc. That is crossing the line.
I think if its personal for you, and the pearls are not overly large, it would be appropriate
Pearls would be absolutely perfect!!!! It will add to the sentiment and it may also provide you with more comfort, too. My condolensces to you and your family. :-l
yes sounds ok, plain, simple but sophisticated
It is not inappropriate; just remember that the funeral is about the deceased, not about you and what you are wearing.
why not, the sooner the people that attend funerals get a grip on the fact that the funeral is for the dead and they are beyond getting offended bet better they will be your reasoning was sane, sweet and sensitive can't ask for much more than that oh by the way..... nice pearls! I am sure she would agree
If had acquired a Mink Coat...would you were that to the funeral. You don't want to stand out at any funeral.
Yes, my grandmother was great. She always gave me nice jewerly.
so snt wear it whats the need of wearing it?
Pair them with pearl earrings and a bracelet and you're good. Or wear something that's black and white (or cream). You don't have to wear all black to funerals anymore, although I feel wierd if I'm not. It's about honoring the deceased, not about your outfit. If someone at the funeral is going to give you a hard time about your outfit, to your face or otherwise, they're not there for the right reasons.
Wear as little accessories as possible. Be mute and not flashy in your dressing. Pearls are fine.