146:, and other artists, the park's visitors appeared to be dressed in era-appropriate clothing for sophisticated entertainment, such as a night at the opera. The men were drawn in tailored suits, the women were styled in dresses and layered pieces, and the children donned formal jackets and dresses. Many of the attractions imagined in the original design developed into the rides and parks that stand today; Jorgensen wanted to see that full picture (guests included) come to life. Additional reports note that Jorgensen recognized a trend among his friends to "dress down" when frequenting the park, where as usually they would be more dressed up as a matter of personal style. In an pushback against this relaxed park attire, Jorgensen imagined a day dedicated to "dapper" dress where people would not feel uncomfortable expressing their personal style.
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Septembers, the fall outings were eventually moved to the cooler November (with the
179:, and Disneyland Paris each spring and fall. The outings are described as intended to celebrate the tradition of "stepping out in style". Dapper Day states their events "do not aim to recreate a specific period. All sophisticated attire is encouraged from vintage-inspired classics to chic, contemporary looks." Dapper Day outings to Disney parks are not private events but do require park admission as usual. Active and retired military are encouraged to wear their
127:, and encountered a store called "Dapper Dan". After taking one of the free promotional pins from the store, Jorgensen asked his mother what the word "dapper" meant, to which she responded, "It means you’re well-dressed — smart and sharp." A self-proclaimed "eccentric" dresser, Jorgensen decided to name his organization "Dapper Day".
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In 2015, the first Dapper Day Car Show was held in the parking lot of the
Disneyland Hotel. Those who wished to register a vehicle for the show were encouraged to "arrive in style" by bringing cars defined by classic style and refined design from all time periods. This was only the second car show to
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