Funeral outfit advice.

[Glitterinthegrey76]

I've sadly got a funeral to attend next week, and have been advised that the deceased has specifically requested people to be dressed in bright colours. I obviously want to honour that, but am going to have to attend from work (and possibly go back to work afterwards) for which I wear a uniform including black trousers and sensible shoes. I travel to work on public transport andhavea fair walk also, so don't want too much extra to carry.
I'm a 14-16, 5ft 8, fair and auburn, generally live in navy/grey/black and muted/neutral colours.
I'm thinking a bright blouse, which I can wear with my black trousers?

Can anyone suggest anything?

Do you have a large coloured scarf you could drape artistically across your shoulders for the funeral? That should fit into your handbag to take into work beforehand.

Sorry for your loss, I always live in black as well so find this a bit hard, just find the most colourful thing you have (scarf, coat, blazer, blouse) and take that, no-one will be looking at your black trousers. Even a broach. It's the thought that counts. I'd do away with dress codes at funerals, it's another thing to worry about!

I think @AdaColeman has the perfect solution. You can follow the dress code without it impacting too much on you.
I'm sure the important thing is that you are taking time out of your day to pay your respects.
Sorry for your loss.

If your taking the time from work just to attend a funeral , it is perfectly acceptable to wear your work uniform, providing it is clean.
Perhaps cover it with a different jacket?

I second the idea of a scarf. In my experience most people will still turn up in sombre clothing and you can end up the only one brightly dressed (it happened to me)

My mums nursing team came to her funeral in uniform. We were grateful they attended

4 Nuns plus their Mother Superior came to my aunt's funeral in full habit - we were just pleased to see them. I think people understand not everyone can follow a 'dress code'- they may just have popped out if work for an hour- and are grateful that you turn up.