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What to wear on patriotic holidays

Memorial Day, Flag Day, the 4th of July, Labor Day and Veterans Day: what to wear and why the days differ.

Five holidays carry most patriotic clothing, from late May to mid-November, and they do not share one tone. These guides explain what each day marks and what to wear.

Memorial Day, the last Monday in May, honors service members who died in military service, so quiet colors suit it. Veterans Day, November 11, honors everyone who has served, according to the VA. The holidays guide covers both, along with Flag Day, the 4th of July and Labor Day, and explains how the dress code shifts between them.

The Fourth is the loudest of the five. Two guides cover the rest of the household: dog 4th of July outfits for bandanas, harness fit and a calm fireworks night, and kids’ 4th of July outfits by age in the outfit guides.

In November, Veterans Day gifts sorts ideas by branch, era of service and interest, from caps to warm layers.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day?

Memorial Day, the last Monday in May, honors service members who died in military service. Veterans Day, November 11, honors everyone who has served. The VA draws this distinction.

Sources

  1. Veterans Day Facts and InformationU.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
  2. Memorial Day HistoryU.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, National Cemetery Administration