Prince Harry has been fiercely defended after a small detail on his suit at Kris Jenner’s 70th birthday party caused a storm online.

The Duke of Sussex and Meghan Markle were among the many A-listers attending the lavish celebration on November 5, joining stars from across Hollywood to toast the Kardashian matriarch’s milestone. But it wasn’t the guest list or venue that stirred debate — it was the red poppy pinned neatly to Harry’s left lapel.

In the UK, the poppy is traditionally worn in the lead-up to Remembrance Day on November 11, particularly around Remembrance Sunday, to honor those who lost their lives in war and to show support for the armed forces community.

When photos from Jenner’s party surfaced, some critics on X (formerly Twitter) accused the Prince of poor taste, arguing that the emblem should be worn only in solemn or respectful settings. One user even claimed to have asked Grok, Elon Musk’s built-in AI chatbot, for clarification, saying it “confirmed that according to etiquette, the Remembrance Poppy should be worn only in solemn and respectful settings, avoiding frivolous ones.”

They added pointedly, “Prince Harry showed up at the Kardashians’ party!” Another user joked, “The poppy is taking me out. You’re in LA, mate, attending a Kardashian bash??” while a third sneered, “Oh and of course Prince Harry has to wear a poppy on his lapel for show.”

However, many online quickly came to Harry’s defense, insisting that no such restriction exists in the UK. Several noted that Britons wear poppies virtually everywhere during early November — including social gatherings, pubs, and even parties.

Others reminded critics that the Duke had served in the armed forces, making his decision entirely appropriate. “I may not be Harry’s biggest fan, but he served with the armed forces, and if he chooses to wear a poppy to a party, I see no issue with it,” wrote one user. Another added, “It’s perfectly acceptable to wear a poppy to a party if it’s around the date, which it is, and it would’ve no doubt sparked curiosity and questions, which can only be good.”

A third person commented, “British people wear them everywhere — to the pub and parties, it’s not just for solemn occasions.” Others echoed the same sentiment: “The entire country is wearing them all day, everywhere,” said one, while another noted, “Prince Harry is wearing the poppy correctly. The wearing of the poppy from Nov. 1 to 11 is not restricted to solemn settings; it’s worn everywhere.”

As one final defender pointed out, “Oh, trust and believe if he didn’t wear it, he’d be front-page news in the UK.”