Color plays a larger role than many realize, especially when families haven’t given specific guidance. Bright red, for example, is a powerful and emotional color. In many Western cultures it symbolizes confidence or intensity, while elsewhere it represents joy and celebration. These meanings aren’t wrong, but they often clash with the quiet tone of mourning. Unless red is requested for cultural or personal reasons, it can feel out of place.
In the end, funeral attire is about humility and empathy. Choosing softer tones allows respect to speak louder than color, honoring both the moment and those who mourn.
