What do you wear to visitation?

At the last visitation I went to, a guy showed up wearing a hoodie, jeans with holes in them and skater shoes.

 

You didn't mention socks. Belt but not socks.

 

There's no such thing as overdressed for things like this.

I'd wear one of my nicer suits and ties.

 

I would wear a suit if I owned one. Otherwise, dress pants, button down shirt with tie and sports coat, depending on the weather.

I really need a suit.

 

Agree with the fact that being there is the most important part.

I say simply look above average. A dress shirt and dress pants or nice khakis (with our without tie). Nice pants, a sport coat, dress shirt and no tie is very good.

And yes, a belt and socks are a nice touch.

Show up. Talk to the family members that you know. Offer your condolences. That's what really matters.

 

Oh, this isn't about prison ... carry on.

 

Same here. I've never heard them called anything but a wake.

 

I figured socks was a given.

Belts for me nowadays are a major given since I've lost about 40 pounds.

 

Dyno: He did care. It was a major sign of respect. I bet your dad was a great guy. Your friend certainly thought so.

 

Slight threadjack... every man should own at least one suit and the accessories thereof. I speak as a male thankful that my fiancee has helped me out in that area.

 

Down South, it's called visitation or viewing. And unlike my vision of a wake, there's no booze.

 

I think wakes are associated with Catholicism, no?