Rosh Hashanah—or the Jewish New Year—is coming up, and it’s a big deal. Not only is it the start of the High Holidays that continue through Yom Kippur, but it marks the beginning of a 10-day period when we’re expected to ask for forgiveness from those we’ve wronged in the previous year. So, it’s an incredibly meaningful time for us as a community. As important as this holiday is, it can also be really stressful if you don’t know what to wear. That’s why we’ve put together this guide: so you can feel good about yourself, your appearance, and your relationship with God during Rosh Hashanah! Rosh Hashanah is a time of celebration, so we think it’s worth taking a moment to reflect on what you’re wearing. We know that this holiday, especially for women, can be an emotional time—and sometimes when we’re feeling emotional, it can be hard to remember how important it is to look good. But we’re here to tell you that your outfit matters! First and foremost, remember that Rosh Hashanah is a day of reflection and thanksgiving. It’s a chance to give back to the community, and that means looking your best. So take some time to find the perfect outfit: one that makes you feel confident and ready for the new year ahead.

With Rosh Hashanah coming up, you might be wondering what to wear. This holiday is one of the most important holidays in the Jewish faith. It’s also known as the “Jewish New Year,” and it marks the beginning of a new cycle of life. The holiday lasts for two days, and is marked by fasting, prayer services, and lots of food! Rosh Hashanah is a time to reflect on the past year and set intentions for the year ahead. It’s also a time to celebrate family and friends with delicious meals like apples dipped in honey (a symbol of sweetness and hope). You can wear anything you want during this holiday—it’s all about celebrating your culture and expressing yourself through your clothing!

As you prepare for Rosh Hashanah, here are some helpful tips for what to wear. The holiday begins at sundown on September 13th and ends at sundown on September 14th. The holiday is celebrated by Jews worldwide. It is the first of the High Holy Days, which also include Yom Kippur and Sukkot. These holidays are all about repentance, so it’s a good time to reflect on your life and make some changes! On Rosh Hashanah, many people wear new clothing or their best outfit. Some may even go so far as to wear white clothes or garments made of linen, which are traditional symbols of purity and renewal. You can also wear a kippah (skullcap), which symbolizes humility before God. As always, check with your Rabbi if you have questions about what you should do on this day—they’ll know what’s appropriate for your community!

If you’re planning on going to a Rosh Hashanah service, you should keep some things in mind when choosing your attire. First, it’s important to wear clothing that is comfortable and appropriate for the temperature outside. Second, you may want to consider the occasion: Is this a religious service or a more casual gathering? Finally, there are several Jewish traditions pertaining to what one should wear on Rosh Hashanah. For example, men should not wear new clothing or leather shoes; women should not wear white shoes or hats; and both sexes should avoid wearing black or blue clothing (these colors represent mourning). On Rosh Hashanah, it’s traditional to wear white and blue clothing. In ancient times, the Jewish people were commanded to wear white and blue garments on this holiday. The tradition has since fallen out of practice, but it remains a mark of respect for the holiday. Wear white or light-colored clothing on Rosh Hashanah to show that you’re in a state of purity and renewal. You might also consider wearing blue clothing—particularly if you are observing the holiday in Israel—to symbolize that you are part of God’s chosen people returning from exile.

What to Wear on Rosh Hashanah

Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, is here!

The holiday is celebrated over two days: the first day of Rosh Hashanah is called Yom Teruah and the second is Yom Kippur. Both days are marked with prayer and fasting, but Yom Kippur is especially important because it’s celebrated as a day of spiritual reflection, repentance, and atonement.

What should you wear for these two days? The answer depends on whether you’ll be at home or going out in public. If you’re going to be staying home with family and friends who are fasting for Yom Kippur, dress casually. But if you’re planning on going out in public during this time—and many people do attend synagogue services—you’ll want to wear something slightly nicer than jeans or shorts.

We know that you’re probably wondering what to wear to your next Rosh Hashanah holiday party, so we’ve got you covered.

We’ve put together a list of some of our favorite outfits and accessories that are perfect for any occasion.

Rosh Hashanah is a time of celebration and reflection, a holy day that marks the beginning of the Jewish New Year. It’s also a time to get dressed up and celebrate with family, friends, and strangers alike!

But what should you wear? We’ve got your guide to dressing for Rosh Hashanah so that you can look great and feel comfortable all night long.

Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year, and it’s one of the most important holidays in the Jewish calendar. It marks the beginning of Elul, the period between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur during which Jews are meant to reflect on their lives and make amends for their wrongdoings throughout the past year.

Rosh Hashanah is often called “the Jewish New Year,” but that’s not exactly true—it actually marks both a new year and a new month (Tishrei). The Jewish calendar is based on a lunar cycle, so there are 12 months instead of 12 weeks.

The holiday lasts for two days: The first day is known as Rosh Hashanah; it marks the beginning of Tishrei (the seventh month of the Jewish calendar) and is also referred to as Yom Teruah (Day of Trumpets). The second day is known as Yom Kippur—it marks the end of Tishrei and is also referred to as Yom Kippurim (Day of Atonement).

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What to Wear to Temple on Rosh Hashanah

For Rosh Hashanah attire, go with a nice, stylish daytime outfit. Dressy, as if you were going to a daytime wedding, but less formal than an evening event. For women, shoulders should always be covered. Nice pants or skirts are appropriate, however skirt hemlines should end just right above the knee or lower.

The Jewish High Holidays—Rosh Hashanah (the Jewish New Year) and Yom Kippur (Day of Atonement)—are among the most sacred days of the year. These are days of celebration, self-reflection and repentance.

When attending synagogue on these High Holy days, it is important to dress comfortably and respectfully. Here’s what to wear.

For Rosh Hashanah attire, go with a nice, stylish daytime outfit. Dressy, as if you were going to a daytime wedding, but less formal than an evening event.
For women, shoulders should always be covered. Nice pants or skirts are appropriate, however skirt hemlines should end just right above the knee or lower. Simple and tasteful makeup and jewelry is best. For men, choose a collared shirt and tie. A jacket is optional, but nice.

Wear comfortable shoes. Synagogue services require frequent rising and standing for periods of time.

Men don a small round skullcap, otherwise known as a kippah or yarmulke, to show respect to God. Some Jewish women may choose to cover their head with a scarf, hat or wig after they are married. However for most women, this is optional.

If you are Jewish and older than 13 (meaning you have come of age in the eyes of the religion), you can choose to wear a prayer shawl or tallit. Typically worn by males, a prayer shawl is made with ritually tied knots known as tzitzit at the four corners and a specific blessing printed on the neckband. Most synagogues have extra prayer shawls on a rack at the entrance that you can borrow these during services.
For Yom Kippur, start with a similarly modest and elegant outfit to the one you chose for Rosh Hashanah. Again, women should cover their shoulders and show only a little bit of skin above the knee. Men at most synagogues wear ties and jackets.

Choose non-leather shoes. Wearing leather is among one of the five prohibitions (along with eating and drinking) on Yom Kippur. Many people wear relatively casual shoes such as canvas sneakers to follow this tradition. Any synthetic, non-leather shoe is ideal.

It’s customary to wear white (or a light color)—a tradition that symbolizes purity on Yom Kippur. The symbolism stems from the following verse in Isaiah (1:18): “Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow.” The rabbi and cantor will usually wear kittels, or ritual white robes. It’s rare for congregants to wear these, so white or light clothing fulfills the same purpose.

Similar to Rosh Hashanah, wear a head covering (required for men, optional for women) and a four-cornered prayer shawl, or tallit, if you choose.

Death is never a welcome visitor, but there inevitably comes a time when you must say a final farewell to someone you care about. While tradition holds that you should dress up and wear black to a funeral, it can be trickier deciding what to don for the funeral home wake. But with some planning and understanding of the occasion, you can show up to pay your respects looking tasteful and appropriate.

Suits
Although a jacket is not required for visitation, it certainly is not over-dressing. A skirt suit or pant suit for women and a suit, sport coat or blazer for men are appropriate options. Jeans can be a close call. If you wear them, choose a dark style with minimal, if any, ornamentation. Pair them with a dress shirt or blouse and a jacket, or a sweater and necktie, for a polished look. Dressier footwear is preferable to casual and athletic shoes; closed-toe pumps for women are a discreet choice.

All Black
It’s too soon to look so morose. The bereaved are trying to stay somewhat upbeat as they greet seemingly countless well-wishers. Save monochromatic black for the funeral. However, don’t go to the other extreme and overdose on bright colors, loud prints and metallic glimmer. They don’t suggest sorrow or mourning, and you’re not attending a concert or garden party. You’re best off tastefully de-emphasizing your appearance by sticking to traditional styles in non-aggressive neutral hues, such as shades of gray, brown, blue, black and white.

Too Casual
Some looks are too casual for such a serious and somber occasion. You don’t want to come across as if you don’t care about the deceased or the bereaved, or don’t have enough respect to dress with more decorum. If you can wear it to the beach — shorts, casual tank tops, flip-flops — don’t wear it to a funeral home visitation. Work uniforms are inappropriate, as well, and should not be worn unless they are clean and it was impossible for you to change clothes. For women, even if the weather is hot and your option is a dress, make sure your shoulders are covered, the neckline is modest and the hemline is longer than mini-length.

Children
It matters what kids wear. This is a time to teach them appropriate attire, not allow them to wear whatever they please because of their youth. For girls, a dress — or skirt with a blouse or sweater — are appropriate looks. For boys, a necktie with dress pants, if not a jacket, are in order. Like adults, neutral colors are best. Choose dressier shoes for children rather than sneakers.

Semiformal Clothing Etiquette
How to Dress for a Bris Ceremony. A bris ceremony is a religious event that welcomes a newborn baby boy into a Jewish family. Because of the overriding religious nature, guests should wear appropriate attire to this customary gathering. When dressing for a bris ceremony, it is important to remember that you cannot overdress for this special occasion. When in doubt with your clothing choices, opt for the more formal attire.

What to Wear
Research the location of the bris. For example, someone’s home, a synagogue, temple or banquet hall. A bris that occurs in a synagogue is more formal than that in a person’s home.

Research the time of day the bris will take place. A morning bris ceremony is often less formal than an evening event, unless the bris takes place during the morning Shabbat service at temple.

Select formal or business casual attire that corresponds to your answers in Steps One and Two.

Ask family and friends for advice if you cannot determine the most appropriate attire to wear for the occasion.

Men
Select a nice suit or business casual outfit.

Wear a yarmulke, the traditional head covering for men, if you are Jewish or it is offered to you at the beginning of the ceremony. Wearing a yarmulke is a sign of respect for the religion.

Remove the yarmulke when the ceremony is over.

Women
Select a nice dress or skirt suit. Orthodox Jewish custom says women should not wear trousers or pants to a lifecycle even such as a bris.

Choose comfortable shoes since most of the bris ceremony involves standing.

Cover your head with a yarmulke or handkerchief for Orthodox Jewish bris ceremonies held in a synagogue. For less formal settings, it is not necessary to wear a head covering.

Most synagogues have their own individual culture and certain families have their own traditions for dressing for the holiday. By way of example, in many synagogues, it is traditional for married women to cover their heads. Small pieces of lace and pins are provided for this purpose. In my family, women who are married prefer to wear fabulous hats. We have a lot of fun dressing up together every year.

Modesty is the name of the game – choose a dress, not pants, with a conservative cut. Be sure to wear a jacket or cardigan to cover your shoulders or arms during services. However, conservative doesn’t mean dowdy – feel free to have fun with (closed-toe) shoes and your handbag. I like the spectator pumps and bright red bag below. Services aren’t short, so wear something comfortable and be sure your shoes don’t pinch as you will be sitting and standing continuously.

A lovely Jewish tradition – thank you for sharing this Rabbi Weinblatt – is to wear something new to Rosh Hashanah as well, to start the new year in a fresh way. I love this tradition.

If you have specific questions about a particular outfit, feel free to pose your question in the comments below. I have one of my friends, who is a Rabbi, on call to answer!

And be sure to wish everyone you see a good and sweet year by saying L’Shana Tova Umetukah.

L’Shana Tova to all of you!

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What to Wear on Rovos Rail

We all know that Rovos Rail is the most famous train in South Africa. It’s a luxury train that travels through the country’s most beautiful areas, like the Garden Route and Cape Town.

The trains are famous for their style and history—they’ve been around since 1873!

But what should you wear? What are the best outfits for Rovos Rail?

Have you ever felt like you’re in a rut, and it’s hard to get out of it?

Part of the charm of travelling on Africa’s most luxurious train is that guests are required to look the part. Forget your yoga pants and flip-flops – it’s time to whip out those sparkly cocktail numbers, flowy dresses and sports jackets.

The dress code is smart-casual during the day. Be sure to pack comfortable shoes, a hat and sunblock for the times you will be disembarking on day tours. Evenings are more formal: men are required to wear a jacket and tie and, for the ladies, cocktail dress is suggested. Pairs of pumps or dressy flats are a clever idea, especially if you’re worried about navigating a moving train in heels.

Rooms are spacious so there is plenty of luggage space for those extra items. If there are weight restrictions for other parts of your trip, our Africa Safari Experts can arrange for your extra Rovos Rail items to be stored until you board the train, or when you disembark. Don’t forget warm clothing for chilly mornings and evenings.

In its ornate dark wood finishes and 1920s glamour, the train encapsulates the spirit of a bygone era. Keeping in this spirit, there are no TV, radio or Wi-Fi connections on board and guests are not permitted to use cell phones or electronic devices in the shared spaces. Pack a good book, your Kindle or a journal, and take advantage of this quiet time to enjoy the scenery, wine and dine, socialise and play a few old-school board and card games in the lounge car.

Our handy infographics – for him and for her – will give you a better idea of what clothing to pack for your Rovos Rail train journey.

What to Wear to Rosh Hashanah Service

Rosh Hashanah is a time for celebration, so it’s important to look your best. You want to wear something that makes you feel good and that expresses your personality. But if you’re not sure what to wear, here are some suggestions.

First of all, make sure your clothes are clean and pressed. If they’re wrinkled, the wrinkles will show up on camera (even if it’s just your cell phone) and you’ll look sloppy. And make sure you’re wearing appropriate shoes: no flip-flops or sandals here! It doesn’t matter if it’s hot outside; this is a religious service and will be held indoors, so dress accordingly.

For women: a skirt or dress with sleeves is ideal because it shows respect for those around you who might have different beliefs than yours (such as men). However, if that’s too restrictive for your style or comfort level, jeans and a shirt or sweater will still make a great impression at any celebration event like this one. Make sure whatever style of clothing you choose fits well and looks flattering on you—no need to show off extra curves or bulges if they aren’t there yet!

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