CHAPTER 10

Chapter 10 UNIFORMS

A. Uniforms.

1. Basic Description. Auxiliary uniforms are similar to those worn by CG officers. Silver braid and silver buttons replace the gold braid and buttons worn by CG officers. Auxiliary members may also wear other distinctive emblems, insignia, and ribbons. This chapter provides information on the various uniforms and their proper wear. Directors are the source of any additional information on uniforms.

2. Authorized Wearers. All Auxiliarists are authorized and encouraged to wear the various Auxiliary uniforms or the blazer outfit. Members must wear a uniform when participating in some CG and Auxiliary programs and activities. Uniforms shall be worn as prescribed in Coast Guard Uniforms Regulations (COMDTINST M1020.6 (series)) except as noted in this chapter.

3. When Required.

a. All Auxiliarists on board operational vessel facilities, during an ordered mission, shall wear the working or undress uniform, or the jump suit appropriate to the climate. In areas where required, survival suits may be substituted for the uniform. Members, when considered appropriate, should replace the insignia of their current or highest past office with the member device.

b. Examiners shall wear the working or undress uniform, or the jump suit appropriate to the climate, when conducting courtesy marine examinations (CMEs). When conducting commercial fishing vessel examinations, examiners may wear CG issued coveralls. Members, conducting CMEs, may replace the insignia of their current or highest past office with the member device.

c. Pilots and observers on ordered missions in aircraft facilities shall wear appropriate Auxiliary uniforms or a CG flight suit, or approved anti-exposure coveralls. The uniform selection is the pilot’s choice and should be the same for other air crew members. Non-polyester uniforms should be worn whenever possible. Members shall not wear Auxiliary insignia on flight suits. Appropriate patches and name tags should be worn on the dark blue civilian-type jump suit.

d. All instructors and assistant instructors in public education classes shall be in a uniform appropriate to the climate. Authorized uniforms include the undress blue (alpha), tropical blue, winter dress blue, or service dress blue uniforms. The Auxiliary blue blazer outfit may also be worn. The uniform worn should be consistent with the one worn by the senior instructor, if practical.

e. Marine Dealer Visitor Uniform. Auxiliarists serving as marine dealer visitors shall wear either the service dress blue or tropical blue uniform (as appropriate for climate and geographic location) for their first visit. Uniforms are encouraged for subsequent visits, although civilian clothes are allowed.

f. Hot Weather Boat Crew Outfit. When environmental conditions warrant, the District Commander may authorize the wear of the hot weather boat crew outfit for all participants (active duty, reserve, and Auxiliarists) in the below listed activities:

(1) Personnel participating as part of a boat crew or as a boat crew trainee.

Personnel conducting CMEs, personal watercraft (PWC) safety checks, or commercial fishing vessel examinations (CFVEs).
ATON missions.

g. Auxiliary members traveling as passengers on any CG or military air or surface craft shall dress as prescribed by local commanders.

h. A CG authority may prescribe an Auxiliary uniform as a condition for assignment to a specific duty. When performing duty on a CG vessel/boat, members shall wear a uniform consistent with those of the vessel/boat's personnel. Members, when working as crew on a CG vessel/boat, shall wear only the member device (Auxiliary emblem) as collar insignia.

i. The Director, or elected officers at any level, may require a specific uniform be worn to participate in Auxiliary activities other than those listed above. This action may include, but is not limited to, appearances at public affairs activities such as boat shows, civic lectures, while participating in AIM and RAP missions, and boating safety booths. When so mandated, the uniform shall be the "prescribed uniform" for the event or activity.

4. Authority. Wearing of the uniform or insignia without proper authority is a violation of law. Prohibited occasions are:

a. Auxiliarists shall not wear the uniform in public places of dubious reputation where the uniform might be discredited or disgraced.

b. Auxiliarists must never wear any Auxiliary uniform when engaged in political activities. Members may not wear uniforms during paid employment or sports. The same is true for purely social functions unrelated to the Auxiliary, unless authorized by the Director.

c. Unless specifically authorized by the appropriate CG authority, Auxiliarists shall not wear uniforms into foreign countries. This authorization might be given in the following cases:

(1) A scheduled patrol which might enter foreign territories.

(2) An approved SAR mission involving foreign borders or territories.

(3) A guest on a CG cutter or aircraft entering foreign territories.

d. Unless a facility is on an authorized patrol, Auxiliarists shall not wear a uniform aboard an Auxiliary aircraft or vessel facility.

e. Members may not wear any distinctive part of the uniform or official Auxiliary insignia with civilian clothing.

f. Home manufacture of uniforms is not authorized. "Special measurement" uniforms are available through the Uniform Distribution Center, Woodbine, NJ. Telephone: 1-800-874-6841.

5. Description.

a. The illustrations in this chapter show Auxiliary uniforms now authorized and the appearance of each uniform when worn properly. A description with each picture describes when to wear the particular uniform and specifies the individual items of clothing and accessories worn with each. When purchasing from civilian retail sources, members may use these descriptions for uniform items which may not otherwise be available.

b. Also illustrated are the various insignia and devices members may wear on different uniforms and shows how certain insignia identify qualifications and office (elected or appointed) status (present or past) within the Auxiliary.

B. Procurement of Uniforms.

1. Auxiliary Center (AUXCEN). Many uniform accessories and special items are available through the Auxiliary Center. This Center is operated by the Auxiliary National Board, Inc.

2. Coast Guard Sources.

a. The Commandant has authorized Auxiliarists to buy uniform and insignia items in all CG exchanges and uniform stores. This authority extends to the outlets of other services for uniform purchases. Special order service (not mail order) may be used in CG exchanges for items not in stock. Some uniform stores, however, will accept mail orders for uniform garments. The Auxiliary identification card is the only document needed for entry and authority for purchasing.

b. Auxiliarists may also order uniforms by mail from the CG Uniform Distribution Center, Woodbine, NJ. Order forms are available from the Auxiliary National Supply Center (ANSC). Dinner Dress and Service Dress White uniforms also may be procured from the Navy Exchanges and Navy Uniform Center.

3. Commercial Sources. Members may use commercial sources for buying uniforms and insignia. Members, however, should buy them with caution. Not all open market uniforms and insignia meet CG specifications. One can buy, in good faith, apparent regulation items and find such items are not the same. There may be differences in the material, design, cut, or shade. When buying uniform insignia, look for the CG certification numbers in a semi-concealed location. Certain commercial sources have received CG certification for the items they manufacture. The safest course, however, is the purchase of insignia supplied to the district by the Auxiliary Center (AUXCEN) or as your Materials (MA) officer.

C. Standards.

1. In keeping with the true spirit of a volunteer organization, the possession and wear of the Auxiliary uniform by members should be a matter of personal pride. When in uniform, the Auxiliarist is a representative of the Auxiliary, the CG, and the United States government. Appearance and grooming should reflect the pride of that representation.

2. Elected members are expected to wear the uniform properly to set an example. They should help other members develop proper habits of personal appearance and grooming when wearing the uniform.

3. Uniforms and accessories obtained through recognized sources have been CG certified. The products are made of modern materials and constructed with care. Cleaning and maintenance of uniforms and accessories should present no problems. Labels frequently provide specific cleaning instructions.

4. Proper Auxiliary uniform wear parallels commonly accepted civilian dress standards. The very word "uniform" implies consistency and conformance to certain standards. The following standards may conflict with civilian practices. They are "service-peculiar" and require adherence by the member.

a. Members should wear hats and caps squarely on the head. Cap grommets will be snug against the cap cover.

b. Members shall wear shirts, coats, jackets, overcoats, and raincoats buttoned. Sleeves should not be rolled up. When not wearing a tie, only the collar button will be unbuttoned.

c. Members should not wear a tie when it might be a safety hazard.

d. The bottoms of trousers or slacks should touch the shoe tops. The socks must not be exposed when the wearer is standing.

e. Except for formal uniforms, a female skirt hemline will be no higher than the crease in the back of the knee nor lower than two inches below the crease.

f. Women's handbags may be carried in the hand or worn over the shoulder with the strap. Women may shorten the strap and carry the handbag over the arm.

g. Members may wear wrist watches, ID bracelets and rings, when in good taste, with the uniform. Eccentricities in color and manner of wear (for example, rings on every finger) shall not be worn when in uniform.

h. Men are PROHIBITED from wearing earrings when in uniform. Women may wear one pair of gold, silver or pearl earrings which should be small (maximum one quarter of an inch) and of the round ball style. Women may wear diamond stud earrings with the dinner dress uniforms.

i. Women's cosmetics shall be of conservative color and worn in good taste. Eccentricities in color and manner of wear shall not be worn while in uniform.

j. Necklaces and neck chains must not be visible when wearing the uniform.

k. Suspenders may be worn under coats and jackets which prevent the suspenders from being exposed.

l. The only additional jewelry authorized are cuff links, shirt studs, tie clasps, and tie tacs. These items include the tie tac earned at SAR School which may be worn on ties and ascots.

m. Many articles should not be worn or carried exposed on the uniform. These articles include pencils, pens, watch chains or fobs, pins, handkerchiefs, combs, cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and similar items.

n. Men's hair should be neat and clean, not touch the collar, and be away from the ears. Beards and sideburns should be neatly trimmed. Women's hair should not be below the collar or extend below the eyebrows when hat is removed.

o. Windbreaker jackets are authorized for use with the tropical, winter dress, undress and working uniforms. When worn, the jacket shall be zipped at least 2/3 the way up.

D. Uniform Components. The following paragraphs describe the uniform items applicable to Auxiliary members.

1. Applicable Uniforms. Auxiliarists are authorized to wear all designated CG officer uniforms except full and formal dress uniforms. Before purchasing a uniform wardrobe, however, Auxiliarists should consider what uniforms are needed for duties and functions they will attend. Dinner dress jacket and service dress white uniforms, in particular, have a very limited use. Service dress blue (alpha or bravo) and dinner dress blue uniforms are, most often, appropriate for any occasion. For most social events including conference banquets, the Auxiliary blazer or appropriate civilian clothing is acceptable. Only for certain specific missions and business meetings are uniforms considered a requirement.

2. Combination Cap.

a. Men. The combination cap may be worn with most uniforms except the working blue, blue blazer and jump suit uniforms. It is required with the service dress white, service dress blue (alpha) and dinner dress uniforms. It is a military cap with black visor and has a rigid standing front with a flaring circular rim. It is worn with a blue cap band with blue mount in front for the hat device. Members wear the hat with a detachable plain white cotton or vinyl cap cover.

b. Women. The combination cap may be worn with most uniforms except the working blue, blue blazer and jump suit uniforms. It is required with the service dress white, service dress blue alpha and dinner dress uniforms. Combination hat crown shall be stiffened and oval in shape. The brim, of blue, shall be rolled at sides and straight in front and back. The hat shall be encircled by a blue band 1-1/4 inches wide, with a blue mount in front for the hat device. Two blue streamers are attached to the band at the back. Members wear the hat with a detachable white cover.

c. Plastic Rain Covers. Rain covers may be worn with the combination hat.

3. Garrison Cap. Members may wear the garrison cap with service dress, tropical, winter dress or undress uniforms. The cap may not be worn with the dinner dress, service dress blue (alpha), work, jump suit or blue blazer uniforms. The small garrison cap device and small metal office insignia (or member insignia) are worn on the cap as shown in the diagram with both men’s and woman’s uniforms.

4. Authorized Caps. Members may wear three types of caps with the Auxiliary working uniform or jump suit. They may only be worn with the working version of the undress uniform during CMEs or on patrol.

a. The blue working utility cap. This cap will display the CG Auxiliary miniature garrison cap device centered 1-1/4 inches above the visor.

b. The dark blue unit baseball cap. This cap does not display the CG Auxiliary emblem. It has a full front panel which has the letters "U.S.C.G." arched over "AUX" in similar lettering. Letters are silver colored, one half inch high. Members wear their member device or miniature office insignia device between the "U.S.C.G" and "AUX." Embroidered/sewn-on insignia may be used on this cap. Beneath this lettering Auxiliarists may have inscribed, in the same type lettering, the number of their flotilla, division, or district/region. An example would be "FLOT 11-4." The cap for DCP's and above may have a silver embroidered visor ornamentation, similar to that on the combination cap visor. Caps may have mesh backs.

c. The CG unit baseball cap. If an Auxiliary unit is affiliated with a specific CG unit, members serving that unit may wear the unit baseball cap. The miniature Auxiliary garrison cap device shall be worn with this cap.

d. White Hard Hat. A white safety hard hat is authorized as optional protective headgear when prescribed or appropriate. For example, members may wear it with the working uniform during vessel examinations or crew members may wear it on patrol. Hard hats shall be similar to those authorized for CG personnel. They are visor type, white in color with a white chin strap. The underside of the visor is to be green. It should be worn with at least 1-1/4 inch clearance between suspension liner and top of helmet. Safety hard hats may be marked with a 2 inch self-adhesive transfer decal with the Auxiliary logo. Decals should be centered on the front of the hat with the bottom of the decal 1/2 inch above the visor. No metal devices or holes may be put in the hard hat. No other insignia or marking may be displayed on this hat. Safety hard hats may not be painted.

e. Air Force Cold Weather cap. The cap shall be the approved Air Force commercial design with ear and neck flaps, ribbon tie or strap with covered metal snap fastener. This cap is worn with the Auxiliary combination cap device. The Director will prescribe the proper season for wearing this cap. Wear is optional. It may be worn with the service or winter dress, undress, working or jump suit uniforms.

5. Shoulder Boards.

a. Hard Shoulder Boards.

(1) Men's Uniforms. Hard shoulder boards are worn on the dinner dress white jacket, the service dress white coat and the reefer. They also are worn on the older, CG officer style (with shoulder loops) light blue, short sleeve shirt with the tropical blue uniform.

(2) Women's Uniforms. Women wear hard shoulder boards on the dinner dress white jacket, the service dress white coat and the reefer. They are also worn on the older, CG officer style (with shoulder loops), light blue, short sleeve tropical jacket, and the light blue, short sleeve shirt with the tropical blue uniform.

b. Enhanced (or Soft) Shoulder Boards. Enhance (or soft) shoulder boards shall be worn on all shirts having epaulets when worn as a dress uniform and on the Wooly-pully sweater.

6. Sweaters. Members may wear the CG blue wooly pully sweater with the service dress blue, tropical blue, winter dress and all undress and working uniforms. When the service dress blue uniform is prescribed, the Wooly pully sweater may be worn in office or work spaces when the blouse is removed. The wooly pully may be worn in place of the service dress blouse. Members may wear it with the undress and working uniforms between mission area and home. The sweater is not an outer garment for travel purposes and should not be worn on commercial transportation. The wooly pully may not be worn beneath outer garments, including the service dress blouse. Exceptions are the raincoat, the Air Force style windbreaker (with zip-in liner) or reefer. When worn with a short sleeve, open collar shirt, the shirt collar will be worn outside the sweater. Members will wear enhanced or soft shoulder boards on the wooly pully. When worn over the undress blue - summer or the winter dress blue, collar devices on the shirt collar will not be removed. Members will not wear ribbons, breast insignia, name tags or other devices on the wooly pully sweater.

7. Scarves. Scarves are white or blue, and made of tightly woven wool or silk material of plain design. Members may wear the white or dark blue scarf with the reefer, overcoat, raincoat or trenchcoat. The blue scarf may be worn by members with undress blue or working blue uniforms and all outer garments authorized with those uniforms.

8. Uniform Accessories.

a. Gloves. Authorized gloves are white or black. White gloves are made of cotton, lisle, or other suitable cloth material. Black gloves are made of leather or a synthetic leather substitute material. Glove stitching will match glove color. Gloves may be short or medium length.

b. Handbags. Woman's handbags are black or white and made of leather or suitable synthetic material. They are plain or embossed with a leather grain pattern and are an envelop style with a matching detachable shoulder strap. The nominal size is 11" wide by 7 1/2" deep.

c. Undershirts. Undershirts are white cotton, with quarter sleeves. V-neck undershirts are required for wear with jump suits and all short sleeve shirts worn with open collar.

d. Umbrella. An umbrella is authorized with all Auxiliary uniforms. It must be of the type which folds into a small unit and fits a briefcase or can be carried compactly in hand. The umbrella should be black, unadorned, and with a straight handle.

9. Outer Garments. Auxiliarists are authorized to wear various CG outer garments and a variety of other outer garments. While the items may not be available through regular CG supply sources, they may continue to be worn until no longer serviceable.

a. Windbreaker (Air Force). The poly/wool windbreaker with a removable thinsulate liner is authorized for wear. It is an outer garment and may be worn over all shirts and sweaters, including the wooly pully. Members may wear it in place of the service dress blue coat, unless the coat is prescribed or considered more appropriate. Members wear the large metal shoulder insignia with this new windbreaker. No name tags or other patches or devices are worn on this jacket. When worn it shall be zipped at least 2/3 the way up. This windbreaker may be worn with all uniforms. Cotton & Dacron (old style) windbreakers w/no liner are no longer authorized for wear.

b. Work Jacket. This jacket is made of navy blue polyester/cotton material with a zippered front closure. It has breast pockets with zipper closure, welt hip pockets, raglan sleeves, knitted wristlets, and is fully lined. It may be worn with all undress and working uniforms. No insignia, name tags, or patches are worn with this work jacket. Members may wear the work jacket with all undress and working uniforms.

c. Reefer. The reefer coat is CG blue, double breasted, hip length with convertible collar and set-in pockets. The four gold CG buttons down each fore part are replaced with four large silver Auxiliary buttons. Members wear hard shoulder boards on the coat. Members may wear the reefer with all service dress, winter dress and undress uniforms.

d. Trenchcoat. The trenchcoat is made of a dark blue polyester/cotton water repellent material. It is double-breasted with four button closure, shoulder epaulets, belted waist, sleeves, and includes a removable liner. It is knee length. When worn, all four large, dark breast buttons and the belt must be fastened. Members wear the large metal office insignia on the epaulets. Members may wear the trenchcoat with all uniforms.

e. Overcoat. The overcoat is made of CG blue material of conventional length. It is fully lined, semifitted style, with lay down collar and notched lapel, set-in sleeves, and flap weld hip pockets. The single row of gold CG buttons are replaced with four large silver Auxiliary buttons. Members may wear the overcoat with all service dress and undress uniforms. Hard shoulder boards are worn.

f. Organizational Clothing. See CG Uniform Regulations (COMDTINST M1020.6 (series) Chap. 5.f)

E. Auxiliary Unique Items.

1. The following articles are also officially designed and approved by the National Board. Members may wear them at Auxiliary social functions, in PE classes, at meetings, and at conferences.

a. Auxiliary ring.

b. Auxiliary lapel pins. Members may wear them only on civilian attire.

c. Auxiliary blazer patch. Members may wear this on the blue blazer or civilian attire.

2. Blue Blazer Outfit. The Auxiliary blue blazer outfit may be substituted for all Auxiliary uniforms except the undress blue - summer and working blue uniforms. It is NOT authorized for wear on patrols, while performing CMEs or on duty at CG units. Auxiliary blue blazer outfits are authorized as follows:

a. Women's Blue Blazer Outfit.

(1) The woman's coat is a form-fitting, two button, commercial model blazer. It has one breast pocket and two lower patch pockets. Material is dark blue flannel, tropical worsted, or similar commercial blend. Members may attach the Auxiliary blazer patch to the breast pocket.

(2) Auxiliary buttons may be used, if desired. 6/10 inch buttons are placed on the sleeves and 9/10 inch buttons on the jacket proper.

(3) The coat may be worn with white or gray, pleated or straight skirt. It also may be worn with tailored slacks without cuffs. Skirts and slacks are to be made of an appropriate commercial blend.

(4) The blouse is white, of simple design, without ruffles or excessive ornamentation. Neutral nylon hose and plain unadorned black pumps with 1" to 2-5/8" high heels complete the outfit.

b. Men's Blue Blazer Outfit.

(1) The man's coat is a semi-fitted drape, single breasted two-button model. It has one breast pocket, two lower patch pockets, and rear vent. Material is dark blue flannel, tropical worsted, or similar commercial blend.

(2) The outfit is ornamented by the Auxiliary blazer patch attached to the breast pocket. Auxiliary buttons, as described above, may be used, if desired.

(3) The coat may be worn with white or medium gray trousers. They are made of flannel or tropical worsted material. The trousers are full cut, straight, hanging without cuffs.

(4) A white dress shirt is worn. A dark blue necktie is worn for normal occasions, and black bow tie for formal occasions. Black socks and shoes complete the outfit.

c. Civilian outer garments (topcoats, raincoats, etc.) worn with the blue blazer shall match the blazer in general color and style to avoid garish mismatches.

3. Auxiliary Jump Suit. Members may wear a jump suit on patrols and while conducting CMEs. Jump suits will be worn on patrols only if worn by all crew members. The description of the jump suit uniform is:

a. The jump suit is dark blue, long or short sleeved, with or without belt loops. If with belt loops, the uniform belt and buckle shall be worn. No sewn-in belts (self belts) are authorized.

b. An Auxiliary patch, 2 1/4 by 3 1/4 inches, is worn on the left breast pocket. The Auxiliary patch will be a sew-on with white or black background. Members may wear a U.S. flag patch, about 2 by 3 1/2 inches, on the upper part of the left sleeve 1/2 inch below the shoulder seam. Both patches may be purchased from the Auxiliary Center (AUXCEN).

c. A name tag is worn on the right breast and is either the regular pin-on type; or a velcro style; or a sew-on name tag. When using the sew-on name tag, the sew-on "U.S. COAST GUARD AUXILIARY" tag must be on the left breast.

Miniature office insignia or member collar devices are authorized to be worn. Cloth embroidered collar devices may be worn.
Blue, white or brown boating shoes with black socks are worn. The blue unit baseball or blue working utility caps, and windbreakers are authorized.

f. The jump suit may be purchased from commercial sources.

F. Uniform Accessories.

1. Insignia.

a. All Auxiliary insignia must include the letter "A." On metal insignia the "A" is blue for elected officers and red for appointed officers. Shoulder boards have the red "A" within the outline of a silver color shield for appointed officers. The "A" for elected officers is the same as the silver color shield.

b. Members who have never held office wear the Member Device (the Auxiliary emblem) on shirt collars. Member shoulder boards have a silver color "A" within the silver color shield.

c. Auxiliary silver sleeve lace and shield are worn on dinner dress navy blue jackets and service dress blue coats. It is also worn on the women's service dress white coat. The shield is centered outside the sleeve. The lace completely circles the sleeve. The first row of lace is two inches above the cuff. Each succeeding row of lace and the shield are 1/4 inch above the preceding lace. With the exception of District Commodores (DCOs) and the National Commodores (NACOs), insignia appropriate to office held is the same as illustrated for shoulder boards.

d. DCOs and NACOs wear silver sleeve lace similar to the gold sleeve lace of CG flag officers. A DCO wears one two inch stripe. National vice commodores wear a two inch stripe with a half inch stripe 1/4 inch above it. The NACO wears a two inch stripe with two half inch stripes above it, 1/4 inch apart.

e. Members wear the large metal shoulder insignia on the epaulets of blue raincoats, trenchcoats, windbreakers, cold weather jackets, and blue overcoats. The letter "A" faces outboard and the outer edge of the insignia is placed 3/4 inch from the outer edge.

f. Members wear the small metal collar devices on old CG enlisted style (without shoulder loops), or the new CG style (with epaulets), light blue short sleeve shirts with the undress blue - summer uniform. They are also worn on the garrison cap. Members may wear cloth embroidered collar devices on the dark blue, long or short sleeve shirts worn with the working blue uniforms and Auxiliary jump suit.

2. Aiguillette. A cord hung in loops from the left shoulder, known as an aiguillette, may be worn by VCO, and NACO Aide (N-D only) and DCO Aide (D-AD only). It is not worn on any uniform with the insignia of a DCO or above.

When members wear raincoats or windbreakers, the aiguillette shall be worn on the inside.

b. The cords are bound together, lying flat, side by side, with a strip of 1/2 inch silver lace. For attaching a service aiguillette to the uniform it is fitted with a clasp pin. The aiguillette is attached to the shoulder of the coat just inside the sleeve band seams by the pin.

c. For attaching a dress aiguillette to the uniform and overcoat, a small flat button covered with black silk is used for securing the becket. It is placed under the coat collar at the height of the collar bone. The pencils hang over the lapel, their suspension cords emerging from the notch in the lapel.

d. Aiguillettes are normally purchased with unit funds and remain the property of the unit providing them.

e. A dress aiguillette is worn with dinner dress and service dress blue (alpha) uniforms at official ceremonies. This includes occasions requiring special honors and ceremonies. It is worn at social functions when prescribed, and at social functions for which formal invitations have been extended.

f. A service aiguillette is worn with service dress blue (bravo) and tropical uniforms.

Aiguillettes follow the insignia tradition of blue "A" for elected officers and red "A" for appointed officers. Aiguillettes for a VCO are distinguished by silver and dark blue braiding. Aiguillettes for the N-A and DCO aides have silver and dark red braiding.

3. Name Tags. Name tags identify an individual by name and as a CG Auxiliary member. Name tags will be 3 and 3/16 inches wide, and 5/8 of an inch high. They are white with CG blue lettering. The surname only will be used and will be horizontally centered in 1/4 inch letters. Beneath the name will be centered horizontally, in 3/16 inch letters, "U. S. Coast Guard Auxiliary." The tags are made of Bakelite or similar material to hold the hard finish and will have clutch-type fasteners. Auxiliarists also may wear these name tags on civilian attire when serving in an Auxiliarist capacity.

4. Cloth Tapes. Members may sew navy blue (black) cloth tapes with 1/2 inch white lettering on the working blue uniform shirts and on the jump suit. The tape with member's last name shall be over the right breast pocket. The tape with the words "U.S. COAST GUARD AUXILIARY" shall be over the left breast pocket. The tape shall extend the width of the pocket. Member device replicas embroidered on cloth tape may be sewn on the collars of all dark blue working uniforms and Auxiliary jump suits. No other sew-on tapes may be used and crew, coxswain and the coxswain device sew-ons are NOT authorized for the Auxiliary uniform.

5. Ribbons and Medals. Members wear ribbons and medals, as part of the uniform, as tangible evidence of certain awards received. Auxiliarists who are authorized U.S. awards may wear the corresponding ribbons on all but undress, working, blue blazer and jump suit uniforms. Auxiliarists authorized foreign awards may wear them provided at least one U.S. or Auxiliary award is worn.

a. Ribbons. Members wear one, two or three ribbons in a single row. They are worn in order of precedence, from inboard to outboard. When wearing more than one row, the precedence is from top down. When wearing more than one row of ribbons, all rows except the uppermost will contain three ribbons. If not in multiples of three, the uppermost row shall contain the lesser number. The upper row is to be centered over the center of the one below it. Ribbons shall be worn without intervals between ribbons and rows of ribbons. They shall be worn with the lower edge of the bottom row centered 1/4 inch above the left breast pocket. On uniforms with no pocket, ribbons are worn in the same relative position.

b. Concealed Ribbons. When the number of rows is considerable, the service coat lapel will conceal some ribbons. If one-third or more of a ribbon is concealed, ribbons shall be placed in successively decreasing rows. While at least two-thirds of the ribbon is visible, use 3-ribbon rows. Then, to maintain two-thirds visibility change to 2-ribbon rows. Finally, when required, use a single ribbon. The left edge of all decreasing rows will be in line vertically. When the uppermost row presents an unsatisfactory appearance when so aligned, place it in the position presenting the neatest appearance. It is usually centered over the row immediately below it. Ribbons arranged in this fashion may only be worn on the service dress blue coat, not on shirts.

c. Attaching Ribbons. Ribbons may be sewn to uniforms, fastened magnetically or with Velcro or arranged on bars to be attached to the uniform. They shall not be impregnated with preservatives which change ribbon appearance. Ribbons shall not be worn with transparent covering of any sort.

d. Miniature Medals on Women's Uniforms.

(1) On the navy blue or white dinner dress jacket or dinner dress blue uniforms, miniature medals shall be worn off the lapel. The holding bar is placed in the same relative position as when worn on the service dress blue coat.

e. Miniature Medals on Men's Uniforms.

(1) On the navy blue or white dinner dress jacket, the holding bar of the lowest row of miniature medals shall be positioned three inches below the notch. It is centered on the left lapel. If greater than 2-3/4 inches in length, the bar shall extend over the edge of the lapel onto the left breast of the coat.

On dinner dress blue uniforms, the holding bar of the lowest row of miniature medals will be worn centered immediately above the left breast pocket.

f. Miniature Medals. Members wear miniature medals on dinner dress uniforms. (Ribbons for which there is no comparable miniature medal will not be worn with dinner dress uniforms.) Medal arrangement is by precedence from inboard to outboard, and from top down. All may be worn, if desired. Members may wear up to five miniature medals in a row. The wearing of six or more miniature medals should conform to the arrangement shown on the following medal matrix:

g. Miniature Medal Matrix. The prescribed number of medals per row:

Number of Medals Prescribed

To Be Worn Number of Top 2^nd3^rd 4th

Rows Row Row Row Row

1-5 1 row only 1-5

6 2 3 3

7 2 3 4

8 2 4 4

9 2 4 5

10 2 5 5

11 3 3 4 4

12 3 4 4 4

13 3 3 5 5

14 3 4 5 5

15 3 5 5 5

16 4 4 4 4 4

h. Each miniature shall be 2-1/4 inches long from top of ribbon to bottom of medal. The bottom of medals should dress in a horizontal line. Upper rows of medals shall be positioned so these medals cover the ribbons of the medals below.

6. Buttons. Auxiliary silver buttons come in three sizes. The large button is approximately 7/8 inch in diameter or 35 ligne. The medium size button is approximately 3/4 inch in diameter or 28 ligne. The small button is approximately 1/2 inch in diameter or 22-1/2 ligne.

7. Wearing Collar Devices. The diagrams below indicate how members should wear collar devices on the various shirts for which they are authorized. In certain cases, the insignia of the current or highest past office is replaced with the member device.

a. Working Blue Shirts. The insignia shall be centered on the collar, along an imaginary line bisecting the angle of the collar point.

b. Undress Blue Long Sleeve, Short Sleeve and Winter Blue Shirts. The insignia shall be centered on the collar between the visible top and bottom collar edges with the center of the device one (1) inch from and parallel to the inner edges of the collar.

c. Commodore’s Insignia. Members authorized to wear the insignia of Commodore, shall wear the device centered on the collar between the visible top and bottom collar edges, with the first star of the device one (1) inch from the inner edge of the collar.

8. Proper Placement of Ribbons, Name Tags, and Qualification Devices.

a. The illustration for tropical blue (long) uniform indicates proper placement on the left side for ribbons, name tag, breast and qualification devices. As shown, the lowest row of ribbons is 1/4 inch above the top of the pocket. The first breast device, the coxswain device, is place 1/4 inch above the top row of ribbons. The second breast device, if worn, is placed 1/4 inch below the pocket top. Members wear ribbons and breast devices ONLY on the left side of the uniform.

b. On the right side of the uniform, members wear the name tag 1/4 inch above the pocket. An AUXOP device, if authorized, is worn 1/4 inch above the name tag. Members wear the Past Officers device, if appropriate, 1/4 inch below the top of the pocket. No other ribbons or devices are authorized.

c. Although the illustration shows a tropical blue uniform shirt, members wear these items in the same relative position on the service dress blue coat and the winter dress blue uniform shirt.

d. On the undress and working dress shirts, members DO NOT wear ribbons. The first Auxiliary qualification breast device is worn 1/4 inch above the top of the left pocket. The second is worn 1/4 inch below the top of the left pocket.

9. Breast Devices.

a. AUXOP Device. Members wear the AUXOP device, instead of the Specialty Training ribbon, after completing all specialty courses. Members wear it on the right, immediately above the name tag on all but dinner dress uniforms. On the dinner dress blue, male members wear it immediately above the pocket. Female members wear it in the same relative position. On the dinner dress white or blue jacket, male members wear it centered on the right lapel about three inches below the notch. Female members wear it just off the lapel, in the same relative position.

b. Command Insignia, Service and Staff Identification Badges. The only exceptions to the following insignia placement are the CG or Navy command at sea or command ashore insignia plus service and staff identification badges.

(1) Members may wear both the command at sea and command ashore insignia with two other breast devices of choice. Members may wear either or both command insignias on the left breast, centered immediately below any ribbons, medals, or the second breast insignia (below the pocket button if necessary). When worn alone, members wear the command insignia(s) centered immediately above the pocket. Male members center the device on the dinner dress jacket left lapel, about 3-1/2 inches below the notch. Female members wear it in that same relative position.

(2) Members authorized to wear one service and staff identification badges, in addition to any two breast insignia or command insignia. They are to be worn centered on the right breast pocket and in the same relative position on dinner dress jackets.

(3) While serving on the national staff, members may wear the Auxiliary national staff identification badge. Members may wear this badge replacing any service or staff badge or insignia worn centered on the right breast pocket of dress uniforms and in the same relative position on dress uniforms with no pockets. Women may wear the staff badge above the name tag and in the same relative position on the dinner dress jackets. (When worn above the name tag, female members wear the AUXOP device, if earned, below the name tag.) On dinner dress blue jacket, members wear it centered on the right side between the top two buttons. On the dinner dress white jacket, members wear it centered on the right side above the top button. Members do not wear it on undress or working uniforms.

c. Past Officer Device. Past elected and appointed members are authorized to wear the insignia of the highest office held, if held for at least six months. When insignia no longer indicate the current office, members must wear the past officer device. This device does not come with a red or blue "A" to distinguish past staff from elected officer status. The appropriate office insignia remains the distinguishing mark. Past officer status does not authorize the wearing of aiguillettes. Guidelines for wearing of the past officer device are:

(1) On men's dinner dress white or navy blue jacket uniforms, the device will be worn centered on the right lapel approximately three and one-half inches below the notch.

(2) On women's dinner dress white or navy blue jacket uniforms, the device will be worn on the right, just off the lapel, in the same relative position as above.

(3) On all other men's and women's uniforms the device will be worn on the right, centered, approximately 1/4 inch below the name tag or in that same relative position, on uniforms with which the name tag is not worn or balanced with the AUXOP device in whatever precedence is desired.

d. Auxiliary Coxswain Device. The Auxiliary coxswain device may be worn by members qualifying as coxswain in the boat crew qualification program. It is normally worn above the ribbons or medals over the left breast pocket.

e. Aviation Insignia. The Auxiliary aviation insignia may be worn by qualified Auxiliary pilots. It is normally worn above ribbons or medals over the left breast pocket.

f. Recruiting Badge. Auxiliarists at recruiting offices may wear the CG recruiting badge, in addition to any others. Authorization to wear this badge is subject to the following conditions:

(1) Meet the Commandant's weight standards.

(2) Meet the Commandant's grooming and uniform appearance standards.

(3) Have completed recruiter training or the recruiter personal qualification standard (PQS).

(4) Be actually working for a CG recruiting office and received a positive recommendation from the Officer in Charge (OIC).

(5) The OIC of the recruiting office must forward a request to the regional recruiting commander via the OIC's enlisted recruiting supervisor. The request shall contain full length front and profile photographs of the Auxiliarist and a short narrative supporting the request. The Regional Recruiting Command will then authorize, in writing, the Auxiliarist to wear the recruiting badge.

g. Miniature Devices. Members should wear only miniature devices on dinner dress uniforms. Members may wear the AUXOP and past officer devices on all uniforms.

h.. Other Devices. Auxiliarists may wear only two breast devices at one time. Breast devices are worn on the uniform’s left side ONLY. Breast devices include the two Auxiliary qualification devices (aviator wings and coxswain device). Other authorized devices include those earned during U.S. military service, such as the combat infantryman and medic badge, aviation wings, Air Force specialty badges, pathfinder, airborne and air assault badges, submariner dolphins, etc. The wearer may select any two and decide their precedence. Members wear the first device on the left centered directly above the ribbons or miniature medals. Members wear the second device centered on the pocket flap immediately below the ribbons or miniature medals; i.e., wearing Auxiliary aviator wings centered on the left, above the ribbons, and an Auxiliary coxswain device centered below the ribbons. Sew-on patches, strips, unit designations, honor guard, ranger, special forces and other cloth patches, not otherwise approved for wear, are not authorized on the Auxiliary Uniform.

i. Military Award Recipients: Although various military services allow for particular military awards, decorations and badges on the uniform’s right side (i.e. Army Unit Awards), such is NOT the case for the Auxiliary Uniform. ALL prior military awards, badges and devices will be worn on the left side of the uniform ONLY under the conditions described in 9.h. The right side of the Auxiliary uniform is reserved for Auxiliary badges and name tags (i.e., AUXOP pin, Past Officer pin, name tag and Auxiliary National Staff badge or other service staff or service identification badges.) Appropriate ribbon sizes are available for purchase to include such unit awards on the ribbon bar worn over the left breast pocket.

THE FOLLOWING PAGES DESCRIBE MEN'S UNIFORMS

DINNER DRESS BLUE JACKET

This uniform may be prescribed for formal evening occasions.

COAT. The coat is the standard Coast Guard (Navy) blue mess jacket. The three gold buttons down each forepart are replaced with three large silver Auxiliary buttons. A silver cord or chain, attached to the two black buttons sewed on the inside of each forepart, is used to close the jacket.

TROUSERS. Trousers shall be of the same color and material as the jacket, high waisted, of plain design, without back pockets. Suspenders are optional.

SHIRT. The shirt is a plain white shirt with a turn-down collar or, an optional pleated soft front dress shirt with a turn-down collar and worn with plain silver cuff links and silver shirt studs.

CUMMERBUND. A pleated silver cummerbund, 5 inches high, made from silver acetate satin, is worn with the pleat openings facing upward.

TIE. A black bow tie of plain style, with square ends, not to exceed 2-1/4 inches in vertical width, is worn. It may be hand tied or clip-on.

SOCKS. Socks shall be black, made of knitted or rib knit, undecorated material.

SHOES. Shoes shall be black, with heels, made of smooth leather of a synthetic material. Shoes shall be of low cut, of plain style, without decorations. There shall be no stitching or seams across the toe. Heels shall be no higher than 1 inch. Sole edges, heels, and laces must be black.

INSIGNIA. Full silver sleeve lace is worn on the coat sleeves mounted by an Auxiliary insignia.

DINNER DRESS WHITE JACKET

This Uniform may be prescribed for formal evening occasions.

This uniform is the same as the Dinner Dress Blue Jacket uniform except for the following items.

COAT. The coat is the standard Coast Guard (Navy) white mess jacket. The two gold buttons down each forepart are replaced with two large silver Auxiliary buttons. A silver chain, with a medium size Auxiliary silver button attached on each end, using the button holes on each forepart, is used to close the jacket.

INSIGNIA. Hard shoulder boards are worn on the jacket.

BOTH UNIFORMS

BREAST INSIGNIA/DEVICES. Miniature medals and miniature insignia are worn on both uniforms. The AUXOP and Past Officers Device, for which there are no miniatures, also are worn if authorized. Ribbons and name tags are not worn.

HAT. The combination hat is worn with both uniforms.

ACCESSORIES. The Trenchcoat and Overcoat may be worn with these uniforms.

SERVICE DRESS BLUE, BRAVO

This is the official "Uniform of the Day" appropriate for wear at all meetings, in classrooms and all other similar functions.

SERVICE DRESS COAST GUARD BLUE COAT. The coat is the standard Coast Guard officers coat. The four gold Coast Guard buttons on the patch pockets closures, are replaced with four small silver Auxiliary buttons. The four gold Coast Guard buttons down the forepart are replaced with four large silver Auxiliary buttons.

TROUSERS. The trousers shall be of conventional plain design with no cuff and of the same material and color as the coat. Air Force trousers will not be worn with the Coast Guard Auxiliary uniform.

BELT. A black web belt with a silver buckle and tip. The buckle may be plain or display the Auxiliary emblem.

SHIRT. The shirt is the Air Force style shirt with a soft stand-up collar with stays, long or short sleeves, one button convertible cuff, epaulets, and a patch pocket with button flap closure on each breast.

TIE. A Coast Guard Blue four-in-hand tie of suitable length is worn. Clip-on types are optional.

SOCKS. Socks shall be black, made of knitted or rib knit, undecorated material.

SHOES. Shoes shall be black, with heels, made of smooth leather or a synthetic material. Shoes shall be low cut of plain style with-out decoration. There shall be no stitching or seams across the toe. Heels shall be no higher than 1 inch. Sole edges, heels, and laces must be black.

INSIGNIA. Full silver sleeve lace is worn on the coat sleeves and soft or enhanced shoulder boards are worn on the shirt.

BREAST INSIGNIA/DEVICES. This uniform is worn with ribbons, breast insignia, qualification devices and name tag.

HAT. The garrison, combination or Air Force cold weather cap is worn with this uniform.

ACCESSORIES. The Reefer, Overcoat, and Trenchcoat may be worn with the uniform. A Wooly Pully may be worn in lieu of the coat in office or classrooms.

SERVICE DRESS BLUE, ALPHA

This uniform is appropriate for solemn occasions such as funerals and, when prescribed, for ceremonies as well as after 6p.m. at social activities.

It is the same as the Service Dress Blue, Bravo except for the following items.

SHIRT. The shirt shall be white, of conventional design with a fused collar, one breast patch pocket on the left front, long sleeves with a one button cuff, and shall button down the front using six small plain white buttons. No insignia or devices are worn on the shirt.

HAT. Only the combination cap is appropriate for wear with this uniform.

DINNER DRESS BLUE

This uniform is worn for formal evening occasions.

It is the same as the Service Dress Blue, Alpha except miniature medals, miniature breast devices, and a plain black bow tie are worn instead of ribbons, name tag and the four-in-hand necktie. The AUXOP and Past Officers devices, for which there are no miniatures, also are worn.

ACCESSORIES

The Reefer, Overcoat, and Trenchcoat may be worn with all uniforms above.

The Wooly Pully may be worn with the Service Dress Blue, Bravo uniform. A Wooly Pully may be worn instead of the Service Dress Blue coat in an office or classrooms.

SERVICE DRESS WHITE

This uniform may be prescribed for ceremonies and official functions.

COAT. The coat is the standard CG (Navy) officer Service Dress White coat with a stand-up collar. The coat is worn without a shirt. The two gold CG buttons on the pocket flaps are replaced with two small silver Auxiliary buttons. The five gold CG buttons down the front are replaced with five large silver Auxiliary buttons.

TROUSERS. The trousers shall be of conventional plain design with no cuffs and of the same material and color as the coat.

BELT. A white web belt with a silver buckle and tip. The buckle may be plain or display the Auxiliary emblem.

SOCKS. Socks shall be white, made of knitted or rib knit, undecorated material.

SHOES. Shoes shall be white, with heels, made of smooth leather or a synthetic substitute. They shall be plain, low cut or plain style without decoration. There shall be no stitching or seams across the toe. Heels shall be no higher than 1 inch. Sole edges, heels, and laces must be white.

INSIGNIA. Hard shoulder boards are worn.

BREAST INSIGNIA/DEVICES. Name tag, ribbons and Auxiliary Qualification devices are worn.

HAT. The combination cap is worn with this uniform.

WINTER DRESS BLUE

This Winter uniform may be worn instead of the Service Dress Blue, Bravo uniform except when a coat and tie are more appropriate.

TROUSERS. Trousers shall be the same as those prescribed for Service Dress Blue uniform.

BELT. A black web belt with a silver buckle and tip. The buckle may be plain or display an approved Auxiliary emblem.

SHIRT. A long sleeve, Coast Guard blue winter shirt that matches the color and material of the trousers is worn.

TIE. A Coast Guard blue four-in-hand tie of suitable length is worn. Clip-on types are optional.

SOCKS. Socks shall be black, made of knitted or rib knit, undecorated material.

INSIGNIA. Metal collar devices are worn.

BREAST INSIGNIA/DEVICES. Name tag, ribbons and Auxiliary Qualification devices are worn.

HAT. The garrison, combination or Air Force cold weather cap is worn with this uniform.

ACCESSORIES. The Reefer, Overcoat, Windbreaker, Cold Weather Jacket, Trenchcoat and Wooly Pully, with enhanced (or soft) shoulder boards, may be worn with the uniform.

TROPICAL BLUE (LONG)

This Summer uniform may be worn instead of the Service Dress Blue, Bravo uniform except when a coat and tie are more appropriate.

TROUSERS. Trousers shall be the same as those prescribed for Service Dress Blue uniform.

BELT. A black web belt with a silver buckle and tip. The buckle may be plain or display the Auxiliary emblem.

SHIRT. One of two light blue, short sleeve shirts may be worn. One may be the Air Force style short sleeve shirt with a stand-up collar with stays and epaulets. With this shirt, the collar is worn open, without a tie. The other may be the older Coast Guard officer style, short sleeve shirt with an open collar and shoulder loops.

SOCKS. Socks shall be black, made of knitted or rib knit, undecorated material.

SHOES. Shoes shall be black, with heels, made of smooth leather or a synthetic material. Shoes shall be low cut of plain style without decoration. There shall be no stitching or seams across the toe. Heels shall be no higher than 1 inch. Sole edges, heels, and laces must be black.

INSIGNIA. Hard shoulder boards are worn on the older loop style shirt. Enhanced (or soft) shoulder boards are worn on the epaulet style shirt.

BREAST INSIGNIA/DEVICES. Name tag, ribbons and Auxiliary Qualification devices are worn.

HAT. The garrison or combination cap is worn with this uniform.

ACCESSORIES. The Reefer, Overcoat, Windbreaker, Trenchcoat and Wooly Pully, with enhanced (or soft) shoulder boards, may be worn with the uniform.

UNDRESS BLUE - WINTER

This Winter uniform is worn for "dressy" situations and is appropriate in classrooms, unit meetings and boating safety booths.

TROUSERS. Trousers shall be the same as those prescribed for Service Dress Blue uniform.

BELT. A black web belt with a silver buckle and tip. The buckle may be plain or display an approved Auxiliary emblem.

SHIRT. The shirt is the epaulet style shirt with a soft stand-up collar with stays, long sleeves, one button convertible cuff, epaulets, and a patch pocket with button flap closure on each breast.

TIE. A Coast Guard Blue four-in-hand tie of suitable length is worn. Clip-on types are optional.

SOCKS. Socks shall be black, made of knitted or rib knit, undecorated material.

INSIGNIA. Enhanced (or soft) shoulder boards are worn on the shirt.

BREAST INSIGNIA/DEVICES. Name tag and Auxiliary Qualification devices are worn. Ribbons are NOT worn.

HAT. The garrison, combination or Air Force cold weather cap is worn with this uniform.

ACCESSORIES. The Reefer, Overcoat, Trenchcoat, Windbreaker, Work Jacket and Wooly Pully, with enhanced (or soft) shoulder boards, may be worn with the uniform.

UNDRESS BLUE - SUMMER, ALPHA

This summer uniform is worn for "dressy" situations. It is appropriate for wear in classrooms, at unit meetings and at Boating Safety Booths.

TROUSERS. Trousers shall be the same as those prescribed for Service Dress Blue uniform.

BELT. A black web belt with a silver buckle and tip. The buckle may be plain or display an approved Auxiliary emblem.

SHIRT. One of two light blue, short sleeve shirts may be worn. One may be the epaulet style short sleeve shirt with a stand-up collar with stays and epaulets. With this shirt, the collar is worn open, without a tie. The other may be the older CG enlisted style, short sleeve shirt with an open collar and no shoulder loops.

SOCKS. Socks shall be black, made of knitted or rib knit, undecorated material.

SHOES. Shoes shall be black, with heels, made of smooth leather or a synthetic material. Shoes shall be low cut of plain style without decoration and no stitching or seams across the toe. Heels shall be no higher than 1 inch. Sole edges, heels, and laces must be black.

INSIGNIA. Metal collar devices are worn. Enhanced (or soft) shoulder boards are NOT worn.

BREAST INSIGNIA/DEVICES. Name tag and Auxiliary Qualification devices are worn. Ribbons are NOT worn.

HAT. The garrison or combination cap is worn with this uniform.

ACCESSORIES. The Reefer, Overcoat, Windbreaker, Work Jacket, Trenchcoat, and Wooly Pully, with enhanced (or soft) shoulder boards, may be worn with the uniform.

UNDRESS BLUE - SUMMER, BRAVO

This Summer uniform is worn for "working" situations and is appropriate for operations and conducting CMEs.

TROUSERS. The trousers shall be the CG "work trousers" and are made of cotton/polyester, wash and wear material.

BELT. A black web belt with a silver buckle and tip. The buckle may be plain or display an approved Auxiliary emblem.

SHIRT. One of two light blue, short sleeve shirts may be worn. One may be the short sleeve shirt with a stand-up collar with stays and epaulets. With this shirt, the collar is worn open, without a tie. The other may be the older Coast Guard enlisted style, short sleeve shirt with an open collar and no shoulder loops.

SOCKS. Socks shall be black, made of knitted or rib knit, undecorated material.

SHOES. Blue, white or brown boating shoes are worn with this uniform.

INSIGNIA. Metal collar devices are worn. Enhanced (or soft) shoulder boards are NOT worn on the CG epaulet style shirt.

BREAST INSIGNIA/DEVICES. Name tag and Auxiliary Qualification devices are worn. Ribbons are NOT worn.

HAT. A Unit baseball cap or a blue working utility cap is worn with this uniform.

ACCESSORIES. The Reefer, Overcoat, Windbreaker, Work Jacket, Trenchcoat, and Wooly Pully, with enhanced (or soft) shoulder boards, may be worn with the uniform.

WORKING BLUE

This working uniform is appropriate for operations and in conducting CMEs.

TROUSERS. The trousers shall be the Coast Guard "work trousers" and are made of cotton/polyester, wash and wear material.

BELT. A black web belt with a silver buckle and tip. The buckle may be plain or display an approved Auxiliary emblem.

SHIRT. The shirt shall be the Coast Guard "work shirt" and is made of Coast Guard dark blue basket weave polyester and cotton material with an open-notched lapel collar forming a V-neck. The shirt has both long and short sleeve versions. It has two patch pockets with button flap closure.

SOCKS. Socks shall be black, made of knitted or rib knit, undecorated material.

SHOES. Blue, white or brown boating shoes are worn with this uniform.

INSIGNIA. Metal collar or sew-on devices are worn.

BREAST INSIGNIA/DEVICES. Name tags and Auxiliary Qualification devices are worn. Ribbons ARE NOT worn. Sew-on cloth "NAME" and "USCG AUXILIARY" tapes may be used.

HAT. A unit baseball cap with metal collar or sew-on devices or a blue working utility cap with miniature cap device is worn with this uniform.

ACCESSORIES. The Windbreaker, Work Jacket, Cold Weather jacket, Trenchcoat, and Wooly Pully, with enhanced (or soft) shoulder boards, may be worn with this uniform.

HOT WEATHER BOAT CREW OUTFIT

This outfit is worn when authorized by the District Commander for certain operational and training situations. This outfit is appropriate for all boats crews and for conducting CMEs, PWC safety checks and commercial fishing vessel examinations.

SHORTS. Modified standard CG blue utility trousers evenly hemmed three to six inches above the knee.

BELT. A black web belt with a silver buckle and tip. The buckle may be plain or display the Auxiliary emblem.

SHIRT. One of two shirts may be worn, either the standard CG light blue (Air Force) shirt or the standard CG dark blue short sleeve shirt. Shirts must be worn tucked into the shorts.

SOCKS. Socks shall be all white, athletic type, crew length.

SHOES. Dark brown boat/deck shoes with nonskid/nonmarking soles or all white, low top, athletic shoes with nonskid/nonmarking soles.

INSIGNIA. Metal collar or sew-on devices worn with this outfit.

BREAST INSIGNIA/DEVICES. This outfit is worn with breast insignia, Auxiliary qualification devices and name tags (unless the individual is wearing a PFD). Ribbons ARE NOT worn. Sew-on nametape and USCG Auxiliary tape are authorized.

HAT. A unit baseball cap with member pin-on or sew-on device or a blue working utility cap with the miniature garrison cap device centered above the visor.

PROCUREMENT OF ITEMS. Instructions concerning the procurement of the items for this outfit are contained in COMDTINST 1020.11 (CG Hot Weather Boat Crew Outfit).

THE FOLLOWING PAGES DESCRIBE WOMEN'S UNIFORMS

DINNER DRESS BLUE JACKET

This uniform may be prescribed for formal evening occasions.

COAT. The coat is the standard Coast Guard (Navy) blue mess jacket. The three gold Coast Guard buttons down each forepart are replaced with three medium size silver Auxiliary buttons.

SKIRT. Two skirts are available for wear with this uniform. One is a plain, six gored, floor length skirt. It may have an optional slit at both side seams reaching no higher than mid-calf. The other skirt is of conventional length. Both shall be of the same color and material as the jacket.

SHIRT. The shirt shall be of white opaque nylon or similar material with small pleated ruffles down the front, plain turn down collar, and pearl buttons.

CUMMERBUND. A pleated cummerbund, 3-1/2 inches wide, made of silver acetate satin, is worn with the pleat openings facing upward.

TIE. The black dress necktie consists of a small crescent-shape black velvet ribbon tapering toward each end from a width of one inch at the center.

STOCKINGS. Stockings shall be made of plain material, flesh-color, undecorated. Stockings will be seamless.

SHOES. Shoes shall be black, plain pump style, made of smooth leather or a synthetic leather substitute without decoration and with closed heels and toes. Heel heights may range from 1 to 2-5/8 inches. Heel widths may be no less than 1/2 inch at the floor. Flat wedge style soles that rise to 1 inch heels are authorized. Sole edges and heels must be black.

INSIGNIA. Full silver sleeve lace is worn on the coat sleeves mounted by an Auxiliary insignia.

DINNER DRESS WHITE JACKET

This uniform may be prescribed for formal evening occasions.

This uniform is the same as the Dinner Dress Blue Jacket uniform except for the following items.

COAT. The coat is the standard Coast Guard (Navy) white mess jacket. The three gold Coast Guard buttons down each forepart are replaced with three medium size silver Auxiliary buttons of the same size.

INSIGNIA. Hard shoulder boards are worn in the jacket.

BOTH UNIFORMS

BREAST INSIGNIA/DEVICES. Miniature medals and miniature insignia are worn on both uniforms. The AUXOP and Past Officers Device, for which there are no miniatures, are also worn if authorized. Ribbons and name tags are not worn.

HAT. Women are not required to wear hats. An optional tiara is available for wear. The tiara consists of a small crescent shaped head piece which fits over the crown of the head. The tiara shall be made of black velvet and embroidered in the center with the Auxiliary cap device. Division captains, and higher, shall have the appropriate visor ornamentation embroidered on either side of the device.

ACCESSORIES. The Trenchcoat and Overcoat may be worn with these uniforms.

SERVICE DRESS BLUE, BRAVO

This uniform is the official "Uniform of the Day." and is appropriate for wear at all meetings, in classrooms and all other such functions.

SERVICE DRESS COAST GUARD BLUE COAT. The coat is the standard Coast Guard officer's coat. The four gold Coast Guard buttons down the front are replaced with four medium size silver Auxiliary buttons. The same is true for the four gold buttons on the two short side body belts. The two gold buttons on the pocket flaps are replaced by two small silver Auxiliary buttons.

SKIRT. The skirt is a modified flare bottom with deep front kick pleat. The kick pleat shall not be sewed closed. Women may wear trousers similar in outward appearance to men's trousers. Air Force trousers will not be worn with the Coast Guard Auxiliary uniform. For both, the color and material shall be the same as the coat.

SHIRT. The shirt is the Air Force style shirt with a stand-up collar, long sleeves, two button cuff closures, epaulets, and front gathers below the front shoulder seam. Women may also wear men shirts.

TIE. The Coast Guard ascot or new tab tie is worn.

STOCKINGS. Stockings are worn with dress shoes and shall be made of plain material, flesh-color, undecorated. Stockings will be seamless. When wearing trousers, black socks, made of knitted or rib knit, undecorated material may be worn when wearing service shoes.

SHOES. Dress shoes, shall be black, plain pump style, made of smooth leather or a synthetic leather substitute without decoration and with closed heels and toes. Heel heights may range from 1 to 2-5/8 inches. Heel widths may be no less than 1/2 inch at the floor. Flat wedge style soles that rise to 1 inch heels are authorized. Sole edges and heels must be black. Optional service shoes, for wear with trousers, are black, plain, lace up, oxford style with heels, made of smooth leather or a synthetic leather substitute. Shoes shall have three to six pairs of eyelets for lacing. A seam around the toe is authorized. Heel height may not exceed 1 inch. Sole edges, heels and laces must be black.

INSIGNIA. Full silver sleeve lace is worn on the coat sleeves and soft or enhanced shoulder boards are worn on the shirt.

BREAST INSIGNIA/DEVICES. This uniform is worn with ribbons, breast insignia, qualification devices and name tags.

HAT. The garrison or combination cap is worn with this uniform.

ACCESSORIES. The Reefer, Overcoat, and Trenchcoat may be worn with the uniform. A Wooly Pully may be worn in lieu of the coat in office or classrooms.

SERVICE DRESS BLUE, ALPHA

This uniform is appropriate for solemn occasions like funerals and, when prescribed, for ceremonies and after 1800 social activities. It is the same as the Service Dress Blue, Bravo except for the following items.

SHIRT. The shirt shall be white, with a turndown pointed collar and short or long sleeves. It shall button down the front, using small plain white buttons.

TIE. The tie shall be a one piece pre-tied bow design with an adjustable Velcro neck band. The tie fabric shall be black woven wool, silk, or synthetic material.

HAT. Only the combination cap is appropriate for wear with this uniform.

DINNER DRESS BLUE

This uniform is worn for formal evening occasions.

It is the same as the Service Dress Blue, Alpha except that miniature medals and breast devices are worn instead of ribbons and name tag. The AUXOP and Past Officers devices, for which there are no miniatures, also are worn when authorized.

ACCESSORIES

The Reefer, Overcoat, and Trenchcoat may be worn with all of the above uniforms.

SERVICE DRESS WHITE

This uniform may be prescribed ceremonies and official functions.

COAT. The coat is the standard Coast Guard (Navy) Service Dress White coat. The four gold Coast Guard buttons down the front, shall be replaced with four medium size silver Auxiliary buttons.

SKIRT. The skirt is a plain six-gored skirt of conventional sweep with two insert pockets in the upper part of the front. Women may wear trousers similar in outward appearance to men's trousers. For both, the color and material shall be the same as the coat.

SHIRT. The shirt shall be white, with a turndown pointed collar and short or long sleeves. It shall button down the front, using small plain white buttons.

TIE. The tie shall be a one piece pre-tied bow design with an adjustable Velcro neck band. The tie fabric shall be black woven wool, silk, or synthetic material.

STOCKINGS. Stockings are worn with dress shoes and shall be made of plain material, flesh-color, undecorated. Stockings will be seamless. When wearing trousers, white socks, made of knitted or rib knit, undecorated material may be worn when wearing service shoes.

SHOES. Dress shoes, shall be white, plain pump style, made of smooth leather or a synthetic leather substitute without decoration and with closed heels and toes. Heel heights may range from 1 to 2-5/8 inches. Heel widths may be no less than 1/2 inch at the floor. Flat wedge style soles (white) that rise to 1 inch heels are authorized.

Optional service shoes, for wear with trousers, shall be white, plain, lace up, oxford style with heels, made of smooth leather or a synthetic leather substitute. Shoes shall have three to six pairs of eyelets for lacing. A seam around the toe is authorized. Heel height may not exceed 1 inch. Sole edges, heels and laces must be white.

INSIGNIA. Hard shoulder boards are worn with this uniform.

BREAST INSIGNIA/DEVICES. Name tag, ribbons and Auxiliary Qualification devices are worn.

HAT. The combination cap is worn with this uniform.

ACCESSORIES. The Overcoat and Trenchcoat may be worn with this uniform.

WINTER DRESS BLUE

This Winter uniform may be worn instead of the Service Dress Blue, Bravo uniform except when a coat and tie are more appropriate.

TROUSERS. Trousers shall be the same as prescribed for Service Dress Blue, Bravo. Women may wear a skirt (optional) that is the same as prescribed for the Service Dress Blue, Bravo.

BELT. A black web belt with a silver buckle and tip. The buckle may be plain or display the Auxiliary emblem.

SHIRT. A long sleeve, Coast Guard blue winter shirt is worn, that matches the color and material of the trousers.

TIE. A CG Blue four-in-hand tie of suitable length is worn. Clip-on types are optional.

SHOES. Dress shoes are the same as prescribed for the Service Dress Blue, Bravo uniform. For wear with trousers, optional service shoes are the same as prescribed for the Service Dress Blue, Bravo uniform.

INSIGNIA. Metal Collar devices are worn.

BREAST INSIGNIA/DEVICES. Name tag, ribbons and Auxiliary Qualification devices are worn.

HAT. The garrison, combination or Air Force cold weather cap is worn.

ACCESSORIES. The Reefer, Overcoat, Trenchcoat, and Wooly Pully may be worn with the uniform.

TROPICAL BLUE LONG

This Summer uniform may be worn instead of the Service Dress Blue, Bravo uniform except when a coat and tie are more appropriate.

SKIRT. The skirt and optional trousers are the same as prescribed for the Service Dress Blue, Bravo Uniform.

SHIRT. One of two shirts may be worn. One may be the new CG style shirt with a stand-up collar, short sleeves, epaulets, and front gathers below the front shoulder seam. With this shirt, the collar is worn open with no tie. The other may be the older CG officer style, short sleeve shirt with open collar and shoulder loops.

SHOES. Dress Shoes and Service Shoes shall be the same as prescribed for Service Dress Blue, Bravo uniform.

INSIGNIA. Soft or enhanced shoulder boards are worn on the Air Force style shirt. Hard shoulder boards are worn on the older Coast Guard style shirt.

BREAST INSIGNIA/DEVICES. This uniform is worn with ribbons, breast insignia, qualification devices and name tags.

HAT. The garrison or combination cap is worn with this uniform.

ACCESSORIES. The Reefer, Overcoat, Trenchcoat, and Wooly Pully may be worn with the uniform.

UNDRESS BLUE - WINTER

This Winter uniform is worn for "dressy" situations and is appropriate for classrooms, unit meetings and boating safety booths.

SKIRT. The skirt and optional trousers are the same as prescribed for the Service Dress Blue, Bravo Uniform.

SHIRT. The shirt is the Air Force style shirt with a stand-up collar, long sleeves, two button cuff closures, epaulets, and front gathers below the front shoulder seam.

TIE. The Coast Guard ascot is worn.

SHOES. Dress shoes and optional service shoes are the same as prescribed for the Service Dress Blue, Bravo uniform.

INSIGNIA. Soft or enhanced shoulder boards are worn on the shirt.

BREAST INSIGNIA/DEVICES. This uniform is worn with breast insignia, Auxiliary qualification devices and name tags. Ribbons ARE NOT worn.

HAT. The garrison or combination cap is worn with this uniform.

ACCESSORIES. The Reefer, Overcoat, Trenchcoat, Windbreaker, Work Jacket and Wooly Pull, with enhanced (or soft) shoulder boards, may be worn with the uniform.

UNDRESS BLUE - SUMMER, ALPHA

This Summer uniform is worn for "dressy" situations. It is appropriate for wear in classrooms, at unit meetings and at Boating Safety Booths.

SKIRT. The skirt and optional trousers are the same as prescribed for the Service Dress Blue, Bravo Uniform.

SHIRT. One of two shirts may be worn. One may be the Air Force style shirt with a stand-up collar, short sleeves, epaulets, and front gathers below the front shoulder seam. With this shirt, the collar is worn open with no tie. The other may be the older Coast Guard enlisted style, short sleeve shirt with open collar and no shoulder loops.

SHOES. Dress Shoes and Service Shoes shall be the same as prescribed for Service Dress Blue, Bravo uniform.

INSIGNIA. Metal Collar devices are worn. Enhanced or soft shoulder boards are NOT worn with the Air Force style shirt.

BREAST INSIGNIA/DEVICES. This uniform is worn with breast insignia, Auxiliary qualification devices and name tags. Ribbons ARE NOT worn.

HAT. The garrison or combination cap is worn with this uniform.

ACCESSORIES. The Reefer, Overcoat, Windbreaker, Work Jacket, Trenchcoat, and Wooly Pully, with enhanced (or soft) shoulder boards, may be worn with the uniform.

UNDRESS BLUE - SUMMER, BRAVO

This Summer uniform is worn for "working" situations and is appropriate for operations and conducting CMEs.

TROUSERS. The trousers shall be the Coast Guard "work trousers" and are made of cotton/polyester, wash and wear material.

BELT. A black web belt with a silver buckle and tip. The buckle may be plain or display an approved Auxiliary emblem.

SHIRT. One of two shirts may be worn. One may be the new CG style shirt with a stand-up collar, short sleeves, epaulets, and front gathers below the front shoulder seam. With this shirt, the collar is worn open with no tie. The other may be the older CG enlisted style, short sleeve shirt with open collar and no shoulder loops.

SOCKS. Socks shall be black, made of knitted or rib knit, undecorated material.

SHOES. Blue, white or brown boating shoes are worn with this uniform.

INSIGNIA. Metal Collar devices are worn. Enhanced or soft shoulder boards are NOT worn with the Air Force style shirt.

BREAST INSIGNIA/DEVICES. This uniform is worn with breast insignia, Auxiliary qualification devices and name tags. Ribbons ARE NOT worn.

HAT. A unit baseball cap with metal collar device or a blue working utility cap with a miniature cap device is worn with this uniform.

ACCESSORIES. The Reefer, Overcoat, Windbreaker, Work Jacket, Trenchcoat, and Wooly Pully, with enhanced (or soft) shoulder boards, may be worn with the uniform.

WORKING BLUE

This working uniform is appropriate for operations and in conducting CMEs.

TROUSERS. The trousers shall be the Coast Guard "work trousers" and are made of cotton/polyester, wash and wear material.

BELT. A black web belt with a silver buckle and tip. The buckle may be plain or display the Auxiliary emblem.

SOCKS. Socks shall be black, made of knitted or rib knit, undecorated material.

SHOES. Blue, white or brown boating shoes are worn with this uniform.

INSIGNIA. Metal Collar pin or sew-on devices are worn.

BREAST INSIGNIA/DEVICES. This uniform is worn with breast insignia, Auxiliary qualification devices and name tags. Ribbons ARE NOT worn. Sew-on cloth "NAME" and "USCG AUXILIARY" tapes may be used.

HAT. A unit baseball cap with metal collar pin or sew-on devices or a blue working utility cap with a miniature cap pin or sew-on device is worn with this uniform.

ACCESSORIES. The Windbreaker, Work Jacket, Cold Weather jacket, Trenchcoat, and Wooly Pully, with enhanced (or soft) shoulder boards, may be worn with this uniform.

HOT WEATHER BOAT CREW OUTFIT

This outfit is worn when authorized by the District Commander for certain operational and training situations. This outfit is appropriate for all boat crews and for conducting CMEs, PWC safety checks and CFVEs.

SHORTS. Modified standard CG blue utility trousers evenly hemmed three to six inches above the knee.

BELT. A black web belt with a silver buckle and tip. The buckle may be plain or display the Auxiliary emblem.

SHIRT. One of two shirts may be worn, either the standard CG light blue (Air Force) shirt or the standard CG dark blue short sleeve shirt. Shirts must be worn tucked into the shorts.

SOCKS. Socks shall be all white, athletic type, crew length.

SHOES. Dark brown boat/deck shoes with nonskid/nonmarking soles or all white, low top, athletic shoes with nonskid/nonmarking soles.

INSIGNIA. Metal collar devices are worn with this outfit.

BREAST INSIGNIA/DEVICES. This outfit is worn with breast insignia, Auxiliary qualification devices and name tags (unless the individual is wearing a PFD). Ribbons ARE NOT worn with this uniform.

HAT. A unit baseball cap with metal member pin or sew-on device or a blue working utility cap with the miniature garrison cap device centered above the visor.

PROCUREMENT OF ITEMS. Instructions concerning the procurement of the items for this outfit are contained in COMDTINST 1020.11 (CG Hot Weather Boat Crew Outfit).

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