Section I: Green Service/Dress Uniform
- 13-: Composition
- 13-: Accessories
- 13-: Materials
- 13-: Insignia, accouterments, decorations, badges, unit awards and appurtenances
- 13-: General guidelines
- 13-: Coat, Army green
- 13-: Trousers, Army green
- 13-: Shirt, long- and short-sleeved
Section II: Army Service Uniform and Dress Blue Uniform – Male
- 13-: Composition
- 13-: Accessories
- 13-: Materials
- 13-: Insignia, accouterments, decorations, badges, unit awards and appurtenances
- 13-: General guidelines
- 13-: Coat, dark blue
- 13-: Trousers, blue
- 13-: Shirt, white
- 13-: Service cap (optional)
13-1: Classification
The service and dress uniforms authorized for wear are classified as:
a. The Army green uniform (see paras 13–2 through 13–9). The wear-out date for this uniform is 30 September 2015.
b. The Army (old) blue uniform. The wear-out date on this uniform is 30 September 2025 (see paras 13–10 through 13–18). Uniforms must be converted to match specifications of the Army service uniform (ASU) by 1 October 2025 (as otherwise authorized).
c. The ASU (see paras 13–10 through 13–18). The mandatory possession date of this uniform is 1 October 2015.
Note. Army (old) blue uniform and the ASU are both commonly referred to as the blue (service/dress) uniforms throughout this chapter.
Section I: Green Service/Dress Uniform
13-: Composition
a. The Army green uniform consists of:
(1) Coat, Army green (see para 13–7).
(2) Trousers, Army green (see para 13–8).
(3) Shirt, AG shade 415 short- or long-sleeved (see para 13–9).
(4) Necktie, four-in-hand (see para 20–18c).
(5) Undergarments (see para 20–28).
(6) Belt (see para 20–2b through c).
(7) Beret (see para 4–10b and figs 13–2 through 13–4).
(8) Footwear.
(9) Socks (see para 20–24b).
(10) Undershirt. (see para 20–28f).
b. The variations of the Army green uniform consist of:
(1) The Army green Class A service uniform includes the Army green coat and trousers, AG shade 415 short- or long-sleeved shirt, and a black four-in-hand necktie (see figs 13–1 and 13–5). For accessories and other items authorized for wear on the Class A green service uniform, see para 13–3, below.
(2) The Army green Class B uniform includes the Army green trousers and AG shade 415 short- or long- sleeved shirt. Soldiers will wear a four-in-hand necktie with the long-sleeved AG shade 415 shirt when it is worn without the Army green (Class A) coat, as an outer garment (see figs 13–6 through 13–8).
(3) The Army green dress uniform (authorized for enlisted personnel only) comprises the Army green coat and trousers, a commercial long-sleeved white shirt, and a black four-in-hand tie (before retreat) or a black bow tie (after retreat). The black beret is authorized for wear with this uniform. When the enlisted Army green dress uniform is worn for evening social occasions (after retreat), headgear is not required. Combat boots and organizational items (such as brassards and MP accessories) are not authorized for wear with the Army green dress uniform. All other accessories and insignia that are authorized for wear with the Class A service uniform are authorized for wear on the Army green
dress uniform.
13-: Accessories
The following accessories are normally worn with the Army green uniform.
a. Belt, black, web waist, with brass tip (see para 20–2b).
b. Boots, combat, black leather (only when bloused trousers are authorized; not authorized with the enlisted Army
green dress uniform) (see para 20–3b).
c. Buckle, belt, brass (see para 20–2c).
d. Buttons (see para 20–4).
e. Chaplain’s apparel (see para 20–6).
f. Coat, black all-weather (see para 20–7).
g. Gloves, black, leather, unisex, dress (only when worn with the Class A, Army enlisted green dress uniform, black all-weather coat, or windbreaker) (see para 20–11b).
h. Hat, drill sergeant (not authorized with the enlisted Army green dress uniform) (see para 20–13b).
i. Judge’s apparel (see para 20–14).
j. MP accessories (not authorized with the enlisted Army green dress uniform) (see para 20–15).
k. Neckties (see para 20–18).
(1) Bow, black, dress or mess (only with the enlisted Army green dress uniform) (see para 20–18a).
(2) Four-in-hand, black, service (see para 20–18c).
l. Scarf, dress, black (only with black all-weather coat or windbreaker) (see para 20–21a).
m. Shirt, white (only with the enlisted Army green dress uniform) (see para 20–22c).
n. Shoes, oxford, black (see paras 20–23c).
o. Socks.
(1) Tan, green, or black (worn with boots only) (see para 20–24a).
(2) Black, dress (see para 20–24b).
p. Sweater, cardigan, black, unisex (see para 20–26a).
q. Sweater, pullover, black, unisex (see para 20–26c).
r. Undershirt, white (see para 20–28f).
s. Windbreaker, black (only with Class B uniform) (see para 20–30).
13-: Materials
The coat and trousers of the Army green service/dress uniform consist of the following materials and shades:
a. Polyester/wool serge, 11.8 ounce (standard issue fabric), AG shade 489.
b. Polyester/wool gabardine, 10.6 ounce (optional purchase fabric), AG shade 489.
c. Texturized woven polyester, 10.1 ounce (optional purchase fabric), AG shade 491.
d. Polyester/wool elastique, 16.0 ounce (optional purchase fabric), AG shade 489.
13-: Insignia, accouterments, decorations, badges, unit awards and appurtenances
a. The following insignia and accouterments are authorized for wear on the Army green service uniform:
(1) Aiguillette, service (officers only) (not authorized on the Class B uniform) (see para 21–26).
(2) Brassards (not authorized on the enlisted Army green dress uniform) (see para 21–30).
(3) Branch of service scarves (not authorized on the enlisted Army green dress uniform) (see para 21–20).
(4) Fourragere/lanyards (not authorized on the Class B uniform) (see para 22–10d).
(5) Distinctive items for infantry personnel (see para 21–31).
(6) Branch insignia (not authorized on the Class B uniform) (see paras 21–9 through 21–13).
(7) U.S. insignia (not authorized on the Class B uniform) (see para 21–4).
(8) Insignia of grade (see paras 21–5 through 21–8).
(9) Headgear insignia (see para 21–3).
(10) Distinctive unit insignia (not authorized on the enlisted Army green dress uniform and the Class B uniform)
(see para 21–22).
(11) Regimental distinctive insignia or insignia representing regimental affiliation (see para 21–23 and 21–24).
(12) Leaders identification insignia (not authorized on the Class B uniform or enlisted Army green dress uniform)
(see para 21–21).
(13) Officer candidate school (OCS) or warrant officer candidate (WOC) insignia (see paras 21–14 and 21–15).
(14) SSI, current organization, full color (not authorized on the Class B uniform) (see para 21–16).
(15) SSI–FWTS, full color (not authorized on the Class B uniform) (see para 21–17).
(16) Nameplate (see para 21–25c).
(17) Organizational flash (see para 21–32a).
(18) Airborne background trimming (see para 21–32b).
(19) Overseas service bars (not authorized on the Class B uniform) (see para 21–29).
(20) Service stripes (enlisted personnel only; not authorized on the Class B uniform) (see para 21–28).
(21) Decorations and service medal ribbons (see paras 22–7, 22–8, and 22–9).
(22) Unit awards (see para 22–10).
(23) U.S. badges (ID, marksmanship, combat, and special skill) (cloth special skill and marksmanship badges and tabs are not authorized on the Class B uniform) (see paras 22–12, 22–15, 22–16, and 22–17).
(24) Foreign badges (see para 22–18).
b. The following insignia and accouterments are authorized for wear on the Army green service Class B uniform:
(1) Same items listed in paragraph 13–5a, with the exception of the DUI, branch, and U.S. insignia, sew-on insignia, and leaders identification insignia.
(2) The DUI is authorized for wear on the black pullover sweater. If no DUI is authorized, then the RDI is worn
(see para 21–23b). Recruiters will wear the recruiting badge in lieu of the DUI or RDI.
13-: General guidelines
a. When a specific service uniform is not prescribed for formations or other occasions when uniformity in appearance is not required, Soldiers may wear the Class A or any of the variations of the Class B uniform, with the accessories authorized for these uniforms.
b. Soldiers will not wear those awards and decorations on the AG shade 415 shirt that they cannot wear properly because of size or configuration. Commanders will not require the wear of optional items (such as windbreakers or sweaters) unless such items are provided to the Soldier without cost.
c. Soldiers may purchase and wear the service/dress uniform in any of the authorized fabrics listed in paragraph 13–4, above. However, individuals who purchase uniforms or uniform items from commercial sources are responsible for ensuring that the items conform to military specifications, or are manufactured in accordance with the procedures prescribed by the Uniform Quality Control Program (see AR 670–1 for details). Only those alterations authorized by AR 700–84 and TM 10–227 are authorized.
d. Soldiers will wear these uniforms with the shirt tucked into the trousers so that the shirt edge is aligned with the front fly opening, so the outside edge of the belt buckle forms a straight “gig line.”
e. Only Soldiers authorized to wear the tan, green, or maroon beret, those assigned to air assault coded positions; and MPs performing MP duties may wear bloused (tucked-in or by using blousing rubbers or bands) trousers with black leather combat boots.
13-: Coat, Army green
a. Design. The coat will be made from an approved specification or pattern.
b. General description. The coat is a single-breasted, peak-lapel, four-button coat extending below the crotch, fitting easily over the chest and shoulders, with a slight draped effect in the front and back. The coat is fitted slightly at the waist, conforming to body shape without tightness and with no prominent flare.
c. Coat sleeve ornamentation.
(1) General officers. The sleeve has a band of black mohair, polyester, or mercerized cotton braid, 1 1/2 inches wide, sewn on each sleeve with the lower edge parallel to, and 3 inches above, the bottom edge of each sleeve.
(2) Other officers. The sleeve has a band of black mohair, polyester, or mercerized cotton braid, 3/4 inch wide, sewn on each sleeve with the lower edge parallel to, and 3 inches above, the bottom edge of each sleeve.
(3) Enlisted personnel. The sleeve is plain.
13-: Trousers, Army green
a. Design. The trousers will be made from an approved specification or pattern.
b. General description. The trousers are straight legged without cuffs and with side and hip pockets. The left hip pocket has a buttonhole tab and button.
c. Trouser leg ornamentation. Ornamental braid is sewn on each outside seam of the trouser leg, from the bottom of the waistband to the bottom of the trouser leg, as follows:
(1) General officers. Each trouser leg has two, 1/2 inch wide, black mohair, polyester, or mercerized cotton braids sewn 1/2 inch apart.
(2) Other officers. Each leg has one braid, 1 1/2 inches wide, black mohair, polyester, or mercerized cotton braid.
(3) Enlisted personnel. The trouser leg is plain.
13-: Shirt, long- and short-sleeved
a. The clothing bag (issue) shirt is Army green durable press, 65/35 polyester and cotton broadcloth shirt, AG shade 415, in short- and long-sleeved versions. (See figs 13–6, 13–7, and 13–8.) The shirt is a dress type with shoulder loops, a seven-button front, and two pleated pockets with button-down flaps.
b. Soldiers are authorized to wear the optional purchase polyester/wool short-sleeved (AG shade 469) and longsleeved (AG shade 428) shirts. In accordance with care instructions provided on the shirts, Soldiers may not starch or bleach the AG shades 415, 428, or 469 shirts.
c. Soldiers are authorized to wear the short- and long-sleeved shirts with the Class A coat, black unisex pullover and cardigan sweaters, and the windbreaker.
(1) Soldiers must wear a black four-in-hand necktie when wearing the short- or long-sleeved shirt with the Class A coat, or when wearing the long-sleeved shirt as an outer garment without the Class A coat. They have the option of wearing a tie when the short-sleeved shirt is worn as an outer garment.
(2) Soldiers have the option of wearing a tie when they wear the short- or long-sleeved shirts with the pullover sweater or cardigan sweaters. If a tie is worn with the pullover or cardigan sweater, Soldiers will wear the collar of the shirt inside the sweater. If no tie is worn with the pullover sweater, the collar is worn outside. If no tie is worn with the cardigan sweater, Soldiers may wear the collar inside or outside the sweater. Soldiers may wear the cardigan sweater buttoned or unbuttoned while indoors, but they must button it when outdoors.