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Uniform Guide Coast Guard Auxiliary By Tony and Duysevi Miyar May 5, 2012
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3. Purpose 03
This presentation is meant to provide new members with the basic information necessary for proper wear of the following uniforms.
Tropical Blue and the Optional TUNIC Over Blouse
Operational Dress Uniform Untucked version
In addition, some key information regarding grooming and self-presentation has also been included.
Be advised:
Outerwear, additional vestments (i.e. the Cardigan sweater), and certain Covers (i.e. the Combination cap) described herein are not listed on the basic order forms for the Tropical Blue or the Operational Dress Uniform. For further information on how to obtain these articles please contact your FSO-PS. 3

4. Grooming: Hair/Facial Hair04
Grooming: Hair/Facial Hair
Male:
Trimmed, neat. No square back. Must not touch shirt collar.
Beard: Trimmed neatly. No longer than 1 inch. If longer, must be tucked under chin as to be not so noticeable.
Beards and mustaches must not interfere with the operation of safety/survival gear. These may prohibit participation in certain operational missions as deemed necessary by DIRAUX.
Female:
Neatly coiffed. 2” at highest point on head. Must not touch shirt collar.
Ponytail if worn, must be one strand and must not touch collar. Must not obstruct proper seating of Cover on head. Tuck in if possible or change styling. Bangs must not touch eyebrows. 4

5. Self-Presentation 05 Hair Coloring Jewelry Religious Headwear
Only natural, basic colors are permitted.
Jewelry
Watches, rings (basic, avoid the ostentatious).
No necklaces or chains.
One pair ¼” round stud earrings (Females only).
Religious Headwear
Religious headwear is not to interfere with proper Auxiliary Cover. Must not be visible. Must conform with hair color.
Religious Artifacts
Must not be visible. 5

6. TROPICAL BLUE 06 THIS UNIFORM IS WORN INSTEAD OF THE SERVICE
DRESS BLUE UNIFORM,
EXCEPT WHEN A COAT
AND TIE ARE MORE
APPROPRIATE. APPROVED
FOR YEAR-ROUND USE. 6

7. Garrison Cap for Tropical Blue07
Garrison Cap for Tropical Blue
Garrison Cap: Unisex
Should be worn parallel to ground.
Squared up on head. No tilt of any kind.
Crease front lined up with nose vertically.
Garrison Cap Device worn, 2”back,1 ½” up left side.
Metal office insignia or member device same spacing right side of face looking forward. 7

8. US Air Force Short Sleeve with epaulets also known as Shoulder Boards.08
Tropical Blue Shirt
US Air Force Short Sleeve with epaulets also known as Shoulder Boards. 8

9. Board Placement Tropical Blue Shirt 09
End of the shoulder board placed ¾” inboard (towards the center of the body) of epaulet seam (opposite side from button, where epaulet meets shoulder). 9

10. Appropriate Shoulder Board insignia according to Position/Office10
Tropical Blue Shirt
Appropriate Shoulder Board insignia according to Position/Office
Member silver shield
Appointed
Red “A”
Elected
Blue “A” 10

11. Tropical Blue Shirt 11 Undershirt White Cotton with quarter sleeves.
V-neck undershirt is required for wear with any short sleeve shirt worn with open collar, except with Operational Dress Uniform. 11

12. Tropical Blue Tunic Over-Blouse12
Tropical Blue Tunic Over-Blouse
For women who will be more comfortable in a size larger than those offered at the Uniform Distribution Center in Woodbine NJ. The shirt does not need to be tucked into the pants when worn. It can be ordered from the Auxiliary Center (AUXCEN) in St. Louis, MO.
The qualification insignia, shoulder boards, ribbons etc. that are worn with the Tropical Blue shirt are worn on this shirt. 12

13. Tropical Blue Trousers/Skirt/Belt13
Tropical Blue Trousers/Skirt/Belt
Trousers (Male/Female)
Coast Guard Blue Service Trousers (Service Dress Blue).
Worn with Black web belt.
Skirt (Female)
Coast Guard Blue Service Skirt (Service Dress Blue).
Worn with stockings.
Belt (Male/Female)
Black web belt with silver tip.
Worn with Silver belt buckle.
The right side of the buckle (as viewed by wearer) shall be aligned with the right side of the shirt opening and the right side of the zipper to form a straight line as shown. Known in the military as a “GIG” line. 13

14. Tropical Blue Belt 14 Men Women
Men’s Shirt and Men’s Trousers Align the belt so that the tab edge (metal tip) touches the wearer’s LEFT side of the buckle. Align the right side of the buckle with the opening of the shirt and opening of the fly, forming a straight line.
Women’s Shirt and Women’s Trousers Align the belt so that the tab edge touches the wearer’s RIGHT side of the buckle. Align the left side of the buckle with the opening of the shirt and opening of the fly, forming a straight line.
Combination of Men’s and Women’s Shirt and Trousers When wearing a shirt and trousers for different sexes, a shirt, trousers and fly alignment is unachievable. However, in all cases, the non‐tab edge of the belt must align with the fly.
Men
Women 14

15. Shoes for Tropical Blue15
Shoes for Tropical Blue
Black Dress Shoes (UDC-issue).
Black Dress Pumps (UDC-issue).
Females only.
Worn with Coast Guard Dress Skirt. 15

16. Socks/Stockings for Tropical Blue16
Socks/Stockings for Tropical Blue
Socks: Black plain undecorated.
Females.
Stockings: Flesh tone, plain material, seamless, undecorated. 16

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All new members must obtain the following 3 accessories to complete the basic version of the Tropical Blue uniform:
1. Garrison Cap Device. 17

18. The Second New members accessories for Tropical Blue uniform:18
The Second New members accessories for Tropical Blue uniform:
2. One pair of Enhanced or Soft Member shoulder boards. 18

19. The Third New members accessories for Tropical Blue uniform:19
The Third New members accessories for Tropical Blue uniform:
3. One U. S. Coast Guard Auxiliary plastic name tag.
White with CG blue lettering.
3 3/16 in. wide and 5/8 in. high.
Surname only.
US. Coast Guard Auxiliary below name. 19

20. Tropical Blue Additional Items20
Tropical Blue Additional Items
Note: These items are not necessary for a complete uniform
Accessories
Wooly Pulley Sweater. Worn indoors or between work stations in immediate area. Not outer wear for extended travel.
Cardigan Sweater. Worn indoors or between work stations in immediate area. Not outer wear for extended wear.
Cover
Combination Cap: Male/Female
Should be worn parallel to ground.
Squared up on head. No tilt of any kind. 20

21. Tropical Blue Additional Items21
Tropical Blue Additional Items
Outerwear
Windbreaker, with or without liner:
Insignia: Large Metal, Placed ¾” inboard from epaulet seam.
Trench Coat:
All-Weather Parka, Type I (old) or II (new):
Insignia: only one insignia can be worn on Storm (zipper) Flap on Jacket.
AWP Liner: can be worn alone as outer wear.
Trouser: can be worn in extreme weather conditions. 21

22. OPERATIONAL DRESS UNIFORM 22 (ODU) UNISEX Worn where any form of Dress
Uniform is not required or more
appropriate.
It is not a Liberty Uniform. 22

23. ODU Cover (Hat) 23 Auxiliary Dark Blue Baseball Cap:
USCG Auxiliary or USCG arched over Auxiliary.
Member device or office insignia centered in middle.
Note:
New Standard Ball Cap, U.S. COAST GUARD arched over AUXILIARY with silver lettering, ODU type material as required by USCG uniform regulations 23

24. USCG Untucked Operational Dress Uniform (ODU)24
USCG Untucked Operational Dress Uniform (ODU)
Beginning in early Fall 2008, the Uniform Distribution Center (UDC) Started the new Untucked ODU in a full range of stock sizes for Coast Guard members.
Make sure to buy the Untucked as the Tucked ODU will remain optional until 31 December 2012.
Also remember the new ODU cap is made of the same material as ODU uniform. 24

25. Shirt (ODU Coat) 25 ODU Coat (Unisex): Coast Guard Blue.
Proper wear: the ODU coat may be worn with sleeves rolled up accordion style with only the cuff showing, or with sleeves down.
If rolled, the cuff should be approximately 2” above the elbow (mid-bicep). 25

26. Undershirt (ODU) Undershirt:26
Undershirt (ODU)
Undershirt:
Coast Guard Blue “T” Shirt, Round Collar (crew neck) 26

27. Insignia (ODU) 27 Insignia: Sew-on only.
Auxiliary Tape: U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary; Last Name.
The member’s last name goes over the right pocket and U.S. COAST GUARD AUXILIARY over the left. Velcro tapes are optional. Direct embroidery and plastic name tags are prohibited.
Member Devices must be sew-on. 27

28. Trousers (ODU) 28 Trousers (Unisex): ODU Coast Guard Blue Trousers
May be worn with Trouser blousing bands but bands must not be visible. 28

29. Belt (ODU) 29 Belt: Standard black web with metal tip may be worn.
Rigger’s belt is optional.
52” Rigger’s belt with buckle:
Black web with black tip.
Black subdued, open frame buckle.
Proper placement:
The tip is run through the belt loops beginning on the right side of the zipper. Once fastened, the tip will extend from 2” to 4” beyond the buckle. Cut and singe end to prevent unraveling. 29

30. Shoes (ODU) Socks (ODU) 30
8”-10” plain black safety boot (i.e. Super Boot II).
Safety boots must have a safety toe that conforms with ANSI standards Z
Socks (ODU)
Black undecorated; must not be visible 30

31. Necessary Accessories31
Necessary Accessories
All new members must obtain the following accessories to complete the basic version of the Operational Dress Uniform:
U. S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Ball Cap.
One pair of sew-on Office or Member collar insignia.
One pair Metal Office or Member insignia (one used).
Garrison Cap Device:
To be worn on wearer’s left side of head with Office or Member insignia on the Right side of head.
Both Devices used on opposite side of head are to have their center 2” back from Cap front and 1 ½ “ up from cap bottom. 31

32. 32
Additional Items Note: These items are not necessary for a complete uniform
All-Weather Parka
AWP Liner
Windbreaker
Trench Coat 32

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How do I get my uniform?
Before getting your uniform you must have your ID number. You may buy your uniform before getting your ID card.
Locations:
Most Military bases sell uniforms at the Exchange or store. You will need your ID or someone with an ID from your flotilla to shop with you.
A fellow member or your Flotilla, Division and or District might offer second hand or new items for sale.
Order online from many locations.
If you do not have access to the internet, contact your FSO-PS.

34. Uniforms Do’s and Don'ts34
Members need to be aware that active duty members wear the uniform with pride and when they see an Auxiliarist improperly dressed it can be seen as offensive to the service. Most Auxiliarist interact with stations where the active duty members are abundant.
Wear the uniform with Pride, as a representative of the Auxiliary and the Coast Guard.
Never wear your uniform to go shopping or run errands. Wear it only to go to Coast Guard Activities and events.
Never wear your uniform to a political or event that might be understood as if the Coast Guard is part of this event.
Elected officers should set example.

35. By Tony and Duysevi Miyar
Uniform Guide Coast Guard Auxiliary This update is May 5, 2012
Please check to see if we have a newer edition to download at:
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By Tony and Duysevi Miyar
Source
1) PPT Division Chief Uniform, Jackson Whitaker
2) R Z JUN 11 ALCOAST 291/11 COMDTNOTE 1020 SUBJ: HONORING OUR PROFESSION - UNIFORM GUIDANCE AND RESULTS OF UNIFORM BOARD NO. 44
3) CGAUX.ORG
4) UNIFORM PROCUREMENT GUIDE April 2012 ANSC 7053