A remembrance poppy is most commonly worn on the left side, near the chest or lapel, but there is no strict official rule and it is ultimately a matter of personal choice.

Usual side to wear it

  • In the UK, Canada and other Commonwealth countries, many people place the poppy on the left lapel or left side of the chest, as this is seen as “close to the heart” and is also where military medals are worn.
  • Some older etiquette guides suggest men wear it on the left and women on the right, like a brooch, but this is tradition rather than a formal requirement.

Is there a “correct” side?

  • The Royal British Legion has stated that there is no single “correct” way to wear a poppy; wearing one at all, and how you wear it, is a personal decision.
  • The key idea is to wear it respectfully and with remembrance in mind, rather than worry about strict positioning.

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