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A dark, tailored suit is also acceptable as long as its formalthink classic: a crisp dress shirt, tie or bow tie, and polished shoes. Women have a little bit more flexibility, with long gowns, dressy cocktail dresses, or a formal jumpsuit or tailored pantsuit being ideal, as long as the overall look is sophisticated, notes the stylist

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Reaching out to the family or funeral director to ask about customs shows respect and a genuine desire to honor their traditions properly

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