AIBU to wear dark glasses to a funeral in the UK?

[noctu]

Do people generally wear dark glasses/sunglasses to funerals in the UK? In what context? e.g. - is it not OK in the church but OK at the burial itself?
Or a no-no completely?
Customs seem to differ between the USA and the UK and I would appreciate any guidance.
Many thanks.

@Embroidery

Sunglasses in uk are a beachwear thing only. Or shopping on a sunny day in summer. A frivolous item of clothing and therefore disrespectful at a funeral.

Also a bit jackie kennedy. Dressing up as jackie kennedy at a funeral is also very attention seeking and therefore very inappropriate.

Do you realise how ridiculous and judgemenal you sound?

Or maybe when my opthalmic surgeon tells me I must wear sunglasses outside almost all the time unless it's an exceedingly dull day to save my eyesight I shall tell him no, because they are frivolous and people might think I'm dressing up as Jackie Kennedy

@DerAlteMann

People would probably think you were on the run from the police.

That probably sounded like a funny retort in your head, but you failed to consider that this thread is talking about a person's grief at the loss of a loved one and how they are going to cope with the funeral. That's when you should have realised that it really was only funny in your head. In the real world, it's rude, insensitive and unhelpful.

DerAlteMann
“People would probably think you were on the run from the police.“

Not reading the room, are you?
Idiot.

OP, I'm sorry for your loss. Do what you need to help make the day a little easier.

It was on mumsnet that I learned that some people look at me when I'm walking along in sunglasses with a take away coffee and judge me negatively. It never occurred to me the things others think, about these innocuous practices, and there's no point trying to clarify or appease. People will think whatever. Make the day as comfortable for yourself as you can.

Really sorry for your loss op. When dh died I'm certain no one would have judged me if I'd worn sunglasses at the funeral (Uk). It's a good idea actually

So sorry for your loss OP. I never want people to see me cry at funerals . It makes me feel more vulnerable. I didn't cry at my own mum's funeral when I was a teen and haven't changed much since then. Do what you have to do lovely. Hope all goes well.

It was on mumsnet that I learned that some people look at me when I'm walking along in sunglasses with a take away coffee and judge me negatively.
I think there is very few things some MN poster's wouldn't judge others on.
It is pathetic really making assumptions about strangers going about their business, why would you bother.

Fine if you are Audrey hepburn
Otherwise:no.

I have glasses that change with light, I hate them
, tho for eye health.
Personally it’s quite rude not to make eye contact with others, unless very upset or eye issues

Marvellousmadness

Fine if you are Audrey hepburn
Otherwise:no.“

Oh, for goodness’ sake.
Do you know what crass means?

@Marvellousmadness

Fine if you are Audrey hepburn Otherwise:no.

Have you RTFT?

Sorry. I couldn't help myself

But in all seriousness, do whatever helps you get through. If that's sunnies who cares what people think

I’m not sure if this is a regional thing, but in my experience sunglasses are very normal in the uk at black people’s funerals, less so at white people’s.

As a white person, I was surprised when I first saw it but have since adopted the practice where I have felt it would help me get through.