What to wear for Confirmation?

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I have no idea what one is supposed to wear or how dressy one is supposed to be. :confused:

What colors?

Something simple?

Something fancy?

I know it should be something modest.

Any pictures would be very helpful.
 
You don’t say if you are male of female, so here goes.

Consider what people wear in your area to Mass on Sunday. that is a starting point.

Really loud colors might be something to consider; they can be distracting - but if that is the best you have, then wear it.

For men, a suit and tie would be appropriate in some areas (as inm likely east of the Rockies!) I live in Oregon, and a suit and tie is a rarity out here. Jeans would normally be inappropriate even here, but for some people, a new pair might be the best they have.

Out here, a time is unlikely; but a button down shirt would be appropriate.

A dress is fine if you are female; but a party dress might not - not that party dresses are automatically immodest - many are not; but something simple is fine. A skirt and blouse would also seem appropriate, of modest length (and I will let you figure that one out); again something you might wear to work which looks professional.

Simple always works.
 
You might check with you RCIA folks to see if they have anything special in mind. Otherwise I would suggest something nice of the type of thing you normally wear to Mass. Personally I avoid sleeveless tops but it’s up to you. Consider the temperature of the Church too. You want to be comfortable and the Vigil Mass can be rather long. I hope it’s a wonderful experience for you!
 
I wore dress slacks and a cardigan knit jacket. If you’re female, I’d suggest no high heels for comfort - but depending on your age - whatever is comfortable for you. Blessings.
 
Backless cocktail dress with plenty of gold and silver bangles!

Just kidding! I was a little frumpy for my confirmation. I did good solid beige shoes with minimal heel, sheer white stockings, long light pink dress, beige cardigan, and a buttoned to the neck white top.

No jewelry (except for a prominent crucifix) and no makeup but chapstick.

Hair in a tight bun with a doily looking thing on top
 
Something nice, medium dressy. I’d say one step above “business casual”. Wear shoes you can walk down the aisle in. Most of the time when I see confirmation groups, the guys are wearing dress shirt, tie and dress pants, and the girls are wearing a simple dress and appropriate accessories.
 
I feel I was a bit underdressed two years ago now lol! I did make some effort…newest black jeans and a black velvet jacket… and I cleaned my Dr Martens. Once a goth…
 
Something comfortable (if it is the Vigil, this will last around 3 hours so you don’t want to be fidgeting with fussy or ill fitting clothes. You want comfortable church shoes, not super high heels.)

No “go out to the club” clothes, nothing with strapless or cold shoulders or spaghetti straps, one shoulder, open back, etc.

A layer is a good idea, something you can remove if you get hot like a sweater or wrap.
 
Simple but dressy. Don’t wear anything too short. Brights colors used for party’s aren’t a good option either. A suit and tie would also be suitable.
 
Well , in grammar school , we wore a navy blue suit , a white shirt.and a red tie.
All 50 of us !

Dante
 
IAmBlessed2 said:
Lol my name here should have gave it away that I’m a woman.
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A comfortable dress (with sleeves) should do. I would also recommend bringing a light sweater / cardigan that you can easily put on if cold / remove if hot. If you have not been baptized, you will be wearing a robe (like an Alb) over your clothes, so if you are wearing a lot, you might get hot.

So think dress with sleeves and layers. And comfort as you will be sitting for 3+ hours.

NOTE: I know at my childhood parish (where I grew up) it’s very common for the Easter Vigil to last from 8PM (note: you will arrive well before that) and end close to midnight. And if your parish has a small reception (like my childhood parish does) it could be well after midnight by the time you head home.

So make sure you are also comfortable.

God bless and welcome home!
 
Well, either the name is not a give-away, or I am dense - I will leave that up to you. 🙂
 
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If you have not been baptized, you will be wearing a robe (like an Alb) over your clothes, so if you are wearing a lot, you might get hot.
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This practice varies from area to area, parish to parish. People baptized here wear their regular clothes/
 
Okay, thank you so much… is it okay if I wear my Vail as well?
 
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