Canada Remembrance Day 2026 Poppy Lest We Forget Cap

Raised embroidery, not a printed graphic

The poppy, the barbed wire and the lettering are stitched with raised embroidery and 3D detailing rather than printed flat. On a commemorative piece that matters: embroidery holds its definition through years of seasonal wear, where a print would crack.

What is on the cap

• Black-to-red gradient crown.
• Embroidered white “Lest We Forget” lettering across the front.
• A red poppy framed by barbed wire as the central artwork.
• A small Canadian flag patch on the side panel.
• Matching red stitching on the curved brim.

Fit and materials

• Material: structured cotton-blend twill crown with a firm, pre-curved brim.
• Size: one size, with an adjustable strap at the back.
• Decoration: raised embroidery with 3D detailing.
• Care: hand wash gently. Do not machine wash or soak for long periods.

On wearing it respectfully

Remembrance Day falls on November 11. The poppy is worn in the weeks leading up to it and removed afterwards, and many people observe the same convention with commemorative items. A structured cap also holds its shape for that short annual wear and stores flat between years.

Questions about this cap

Is the decoration flat or raised?

Raised. The embroidery is built up with 3D detailing rather than stitched flat to the twill.

Does the back strap adjust?

Yes. It is one size fits most with an adjustable strap at the back.

How do I wash it without flattening the embroidery?

Hand wash in cool water with a mild detergent, press the water out rather than wringing, and air dry over something round so the crown keeps its form. A machine cycle will crush the raised stitching.

Is it suitable for outdoor ceremonies?

Yes. The structured twill and firm pre-curved brim hold up outdoors, and the brim gives useful cover in bright or wet weather.