Is it ok for "Males" to wear civilian clothing on liberty?

2015-07-01T22:32:32-04:00

I was wondering under the UCMJ is it OK for people who are registered male to wear skirts and dresses while on liberty?

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 1 at 2015 10:38 PM

2015-07-01T22:38:46-04:00

registered males? like we have to have our names and gender on a checklist before they can be released from and let back on the ship?

Response by Capt Mark Strobl made Jul 2 at 2015 2:00 AM

2015-07-02T02:00:39-04:00

Personally, I think it's just fine --providing they have complimentary jewelry, accessories, and nice shoes. However, I don't think fashion is covered in the UCMJ.

Response by GySgt Wayne A. Ekblad made Jul 2 at 2015 4:33 AM

2015-07-02T04:33:14-04:00

'Registered Male' --- what the hell is that???

Response by Sgt Aaron Kennedy, MS made Jul 2 at 2015 6:44 AM

2015-07-02T06:44:04-04:00

We don't have "registered" Males or Females.

But, let's reverse the question. Can Females wear "Male Attire when on Liberty?" That question cannot be answered, because it is too Subjective. Pants, socks, shirt, etc.

The real question is: "Is this outfit within the parameters of Appropriate Liberty Attire according to the regulations"

In the USMC we have regulations which state what may and may not be worn. Things like partial uniform items may not be worn. If belt loops are present, a belt MUST be worn. Males may not wear earrings. These are merely examples.

Civilian attire, on liberty (as opposed to Leave), is a privilege, and we must conform to the applicable service regulation. Each service is a little different however. I do not believe the UCMJ itself has any specific Article which prohibits wearing of an article of clothing, so this would fall under "failure to follow an order or regulation, et al"

So to really answer your question, go to the Navy Regulation regarding Uniforms, and then the section regarding Civilian Attire while on liberty.

Response by SSG (ret) William Martin made Jul 2 at 2015 6:51 AM

2015-07-02T06:51:17-04:00

I really don't want to be labeled as a "extremist fanatic hate monger" for simply stating the facts but in the Army, males are prohibited from wearing female designated clothing according to AR 670-1. If they are sporting the whole package, make up, shirt, cute shoes, etc. and I don't notice then good for them.

Response by SGT William Howell made Jul 2 at 2015 7:00 AM

2015-07-02T07:00:38-04:00

I wear kilts all the time and sometimes with underwear, which technically, then makes it a skirt. Would I be unsat?

Response by SCPO David Lockwood made Jul 2 at 2015 7:05 AM

2015-07-02T07:05:09-04:00

WHAT???? If this is a serious question I would go talk to legal aboard ship or at your station.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 2 at 2015 7:13 AM

2015-07-02T07:13:42-04:00

This question reminds me of the this.

Response by SrA Edward Vong made Jul 2 at 2015 8:38 AM

2015-07-02T08:38:21-04:00

One can wear what they want.

Response by SrA Daniel Hunter made Jul 2 at 2015 9:02 AM

2015-07-02T09:02:04-04:00

In the Air Force every day is liberty. We only wear skirts or dresses if we are deployed and going to the Ranger Hooch for Taco Tuesday.

Response by CW5 Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 2 at 2015 12:21 PM

2015-07-02T12:21:55-04:00

Every service has its own clothing policy so I will discuss the Army's.
AR 670-1:
All references to hair, fingernails and grooming standards cite 'civilian clothes while on-duty' however 3-9 Civilian Clothing talks about presenting a professional image while off-duty and outside your residence. It mentions that you represent the Army in and out of uniform and while on or off duty.
It goes back to the argument as to what is considered professional. ADRP 1: The Army Profession states that professionalism is driven by the culture. That still leaves much up for interpretation as we have no regulation as to what the culture believes that males/females should wear.

Response by SFC Maury Gonzalez made Jul 2 at 2015 12:26 PM

2015-07-02T12:26:46-04:00

As long as they shave legs if wearing mini skirts or short shorts

Response by SN Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 4 at 2015 4:06 PM

2015-07-04T16:06:03-04:00

I ask this question because i am a registered male but i am transgender and would love to be able to wear skirts and dresses on my free time

Response by PO1 Donald Hammond made Dec 9 at 2015 1:05 PM

2015-12-09T13:05:55-05:00

Kilts!

Response by PO1 Donald Hammond made Dec 9 at 2015 1:10 PM

2015-12-09T13:10:22-05:00

How about a male wearing a pink sweater?

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 4 at 2016 11:03 AM

2016-07-04T11:03:40-04:00

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