Being the galactic center for all things World War I, Roads to the Great War has historically received inquiries on a vast variety of topics. One of these has been in regard to what might be suitable clothing to wear at an Armistice-Veterans-Remembrance Day commemoration. Sadly, we have not had a resident fashion advisor on our editorial staff to provide any advice on these matters. This year, however, our long-time contributor, Courtland Jindra and his fellow Friends of Elysian Park in Los Angeles have set an example for all of us who regularly attend World War I events.
Every year they commemorate their restoration of their favorite park's Victory Memorial Grove and its Daughters of the American Revolution monument. Your editor has attended dozens of such events, but he has never found himself in the presence of such a gorgeously garbed group. He believes the Friends of Elysian Park have set a new standard for such future events and recommends their approach to all of the World War I community.
For Gentlemen
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| Male Attendees Selected Either the British Regimental Look or the Yankee Straw Boater Style. Blue Blazers and—of course—Red Poppies Were Mandatory. |
For Ladies
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| There Was a Delightful Variety—Elegant Casual to Beachside— in the Fashion Styles of the Female Attendees, Who Also Proudly Displayed Their Red Poppies. (Hopefully, There Will Be More Great Hats at Next Year's Event.) |
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