Miss Manners: I thought funeral dress norms had relaxed in recent years, but then I heard this

AI Briefing

• – In recent years, formal funeral attire has become less formal than in the past, with more people opting for more casual, personalized, or even non-traditional attire. However, some people believe that the resurgence of formal funeral attire is a sign of status-seeking or a desire to signal respect for the deceased. The debate surrounding this trend highlights the complexities of cultural norms and personal expression in mourning.