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From: Navy Times
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Lightweight NWU. Data from a 60-day wear test of the lighter "blueberries" is being analyzed, with an announcement expected in early 2015. The prototypes weigh about one-third less and were described by sailors as "more breathable" and "much cooler." This uniform is designed for sailors assigned to hotter climates.
Navy officials are considering whether to fast-track warm-up suits, like those worn at the Naval Academy.
Warm-up suit. The Navy is expected to make a decision in 2015 on adopting a high-performance warm-up suit for physical training. Made of moisture-wicking material, the warm-up suit is based on running gear worn by Marines, as well as Naval Academy midshipmen. The color scheme is likely to be blue with silver or gold Navy lettering.
Cold-weather parka. The Navy is leaning toward adopting a black version of the Coast Guard's three-in-one parka for climates where the peacoat won't cut it. The waterproof outer shell has a center rank tab, similar to the NWU parka. The shell has two zip-in liners: a fleece liner and a lighter, water-repellent jacket, which can be worn as a stand-alone garment and sports its own rank tab. The parka would be worn with service uniforms.
In 2015, officials are leaning towards adopting a three-in-one parka for cold weather that's now worn by the U.S. Coast Guard. The Navy's version would be black instead of dark blue.
Female uniform changes. Feedback from ongoing wear tests of the female service dress blue jumper with "Dixie cups" will be incorporated into final designs in 2015, as part of Navy leadership's push to outfit women in the same uniform styles as male peers.
But the revamped SDBs — complete with side zipper on the blouse and a front zipper on the trousers that makes the 13-buttons purely decorative — won't be in uniform stores until 2016, officials say.
Female chiefs and officers have been testing a new combination cover modeled more closely off the male cover. The design is expected to be finalized in 2015. If it's approved, the cover could start replacing the so-called "bucket hats" now worn, starting in 2016.
Some female chiefs and officers will also get to test wear new summer dress whites, but that won't begin until early 2016. The new uniform will feature a high collar like the male version. There will be no pockets on the chest and it will have smaller buttons.
Officials have collected feedback from female sailors on wear tests of "Dixie Cup" covers and jumper-style service dress blues. Their feedback will be incorporated into final decisions on the uniform in 2015, officials say.
http://www.navytimes.com/story/military/careers/navy/2014/12/28/navy-uniforms-4-new-2015/20765603/
There are lots of new threads headed your way.
Lightweight NWU. Data from a 60-day wear test of the lighter "blueberries" is being analyzed, with an announcement expected in early 2015. The prototypes weigh about one-third less and were described by sailors as "more breathable" and "much cooler." This uniform is designed for sailors assigned to hotter climates.
Navy officials are considering whether to fast-track warm-up suits, like those worn at the Naval Academy.
Warm-up suit. The Navy is expected to make a decision in 2015 on adopting a high-performance warm-up suit for physical training. Made of moisture-wicking material, the warm-up suit is based on running gear worn by Marines, as well as Naval Academy midshipmen. The color scheme is likely to be blue with silver or gold Navy lettering.
Cold-weather parka. The Navy is leaning toward adopting a black version of the Coast Guard's three-in-one parka for climates where the peacoat won't cut it. The waterproof outer shell has a center rank tab, similar to the NWU parka. The shell has two zip-in liners: a fleece liner and a lighter, water-repellent jacket, which can be worn as a stand-alone garment and sports its own rank tab. The parka would be worn with service uniforms.
In 2015, officials are leaning towards adopting a three-in-one parka for cold weather that's now worn by the U.S. Coast Guard. The Navy's version would be black instead of dark blue.
Female uniform changes. Feedback from ongoing wear tests of the female service dress blue jumper with "Dixie cups" will be incorporated into final designs in 2015, as part of Navy leadership's push to outfit women in the same uniform styles as male peers.
But the revamped SDBs — complete with side zipper on the blouse and a front zipper on the trousers that makes the 13-buttons purely decorative — won't be in uniform stores until 2016, officials say.
Female chiefs and officers have been testing a new combination cover modeled more closely off the male cover. The design is expected to be finalized in 2015. If it's approved, the cover could start replacing the so-called "bucket hats" now worn, starting in 2016.
Some female chiefs and officers will also get to test wear new summer dress whites, but that won't begin until early 2016. The new uniform will feature a high collar like the male version. There will be no pockets on the chest and it will have smaller buttons.
Officials have collected feedback from female sailors on wear tests of "Dixie Cup" covers and jumper-style service dress blues. Their feedback will be incorporated into final decisions on the uniform in 2015, officials say.
http://www.navytimes.com/story/military/careers/navy/2014/12/28/navy-uniforms-4-new-2015/20765603/
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I really do like the idea of the new dress blues for females. I absolutely despise the ones we have currently. We look like flight attendants. (I got mistaken for one once at the airport, no joke.) Plus, it'll help eliminate the whole differential attitude between the males and females. We all wanted to be treated equally and having the same dress blues is a start. Plus, the combination cover is an absolute pain to deal with. If you don't store it properly it gets crushed and then you have to buy a new one which means dishing out a bit of money. The other uniforms.... Ya... Not so much. Okay, maybe the lighter weight NWUs. Bahrain in the summer months was unbearable in the regular ones. I guess you could say I'm in between on the rest, great ideas, but probably not completely needed.
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PO2 (Join to see) Them not being flattering wasn't really my point. It was more a reply to PO1 (Join to see) stating that they weren't flattering. My point was more that they weren't supposed to be flattering. So yes I totally agree with you.
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CPO (Join to see) Oops, my apologies for the misunderstanding. I was half awake when I read/wrote my response. Note to self, no responding before bedtime or before my morning cup of hot cocoa.
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Yes it's not a fashion show, but when I said they're not flattering, I meant they look dumpy; the few pictures I have seen, I will prerequisite that, it was only a few, but it brought back the big butt complaints that were common of the utilities.
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I like the ones we have. I like that we have a uniform that looks different from the males.
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So the uniform with the bib on the back and the dog bowl on the head is dress blues?
I have an old set in my closet from the Vietnam era, it's made of wool. It was my father in law's.
I thought that was a duty uniform?
I have an old set in my closet from the Vietnam era, it's made of wool. It was my father in law's.
I thought that was a duty uniform?
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PO2 Gil Nadeau
I remember one guy who came over from the west coast had a tailored set of dress blues. He had zippers sewn into the top from the arm pit down so it fit real tight. The inside was also lined so the material did not irritate his skin. He had liberty cuffs as well
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PO2 James Kottinger
What a ass...dog bowl and a bib....let me undo my 13 buttons and show you the serving tray...I know the uniforms of my other brothers and sisters in the service...learn.
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CSM David Heidke
PO2 James Kottinger, thank you for that... I just spit water all over my monitor! That was funny!
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PO2 Miguel De Leon
PO1 I have to disagree with you my last 3 years in the Navy before I got discharged for no longer being able to perform my duties as an HM. There were E7 and 1st Class Petty officers that cared about themselves, and neglected the JR personnel's.
I had a sailor tell me he only joined the Navy for school and after 4 years he would be getting out. He told me himself, he didn't join the Navy to deploy, or fight for our country . He joined because, he would be able to attend college for free.
I worked with female sailors who were not currently pregnant , but as soon as they knew they would be deploying they all of a sudden just got pregnant.
They were not reprimanded, on the count of the sailor pre planning a pregnancy right before deployment . The military no longer upholds it's core values.
I did not know the Navy permitted sailors to wear facial & tongue piercings while in uniform. Today I seen a sailor in dirty NSW's , and unpolished boots. He was just getting off the trolley. Most of the new sailors, don't respect the uniform they wear or branch of service they are representing. To them it's a steady job with benefits and it pays for college.
I had a sailor tell me he only joined the Navy for school and after 4 years he would be getting out. He told me himself, he didn't join the Navy to deploy, or fight for our country . He joined because, he would be able to attend college for free.
I worked with female sailors who were not currently pregnant , but as soon as they knew they would be deploying they all of a sudden just got pregnant.
They were not reprimanded, on the count of the sailor pre planning a pregnancy right before deployment . The military no longer upholds it's core values.
I did not know the Navy permitted sailors to wear facial & tongue piercings while in uniform. Today I seen a sailor in dirty NSW's , and unpolished boots. He was just getting off the trolley. Most of the new sailors, don't respect the uniform they wear or branch of service they are representing. To them it's a steady job with benefits and it pays for college.
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CMDCM Gene Treants PO1 (Join to see). Why do Navy enlisted men and women dress blues have a kind of reverse bib hanging from their shoulders and over their backs . . . why the loosely tied open neck tie . . . why the white dixie cup hat . . . and do they have the option to wear fashionable shoes? None of this looks like they serve a functional purpose . . . perhaps they arise from some well known traditions? Weren't there efforts at one time to move enlisted women toward somewhat attractive officer style uniforms / covers? What about dress blue skirts? Warmest Regards, Sandy
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PO1 Jeffery Works
Every part of the Men's enlisted Dress uniform has ties back to the colonial sailor. The bib was used to tack their hair down to and to protect in case of fire. The neckerchief was use in battle for everything from a tourniquet to bandaging. The Dixie Cup had multiple uses such as collecting water, or turned down protection from the sun. The traditiinal bell bottom heavy canvas help protect their feet. It all seems silly now a day but it is tradition. And with all I'm sure it will go away. I am sad to say.
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PO2 Steven Erickson
LTC Richard Wasserman I have no idea where my pea coat disappeared to (I think my daughter is the culprit), but next time I'm at an exchange, I'm gettin' a new one!!!!
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PO2 Ryan Simmons
Bell Bottoms in civilian wear back in the day were a spin off from the Navy uniform item.
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