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ODU-Operational Dress Uniform

 Uniform Component

Additional Comments

Blouse
The Tucked variant is no longer authorized.  Refer to the Wear and Care page for videos on how to properly roll up the ODU Blouse sleeves.
Pants

Bloused with safety boots. Blousing bands are optional; if not used, trousers can be tucked into the boot, and then adjusted to appear bloused. Pockets will lay flat.  Refer to the Wear and Care page for a video on how to properly blouse your boots.

Undershirt

Worn under the ODU Blouse. "USCG AUXILIARY" can be printed or embroidered on the left front but is not required.  T-shirt must be dark blue.

Collar Insignia

Sew-on cloth insignia are required. Metal insignia are not authorized.

Name Tape

Cloth name tape is sewn above right pocket and must not be shorter than or extend beyond the width of the ODU breast pocket. Direct embroidery on blouse is not authorized.

Auxiliary Tape

Cloth "USCG Auxiliary" tape is sewn above left pocket and must not be shorter than or extend beyond the width of the ODU breast pocket. Direct embroidery on blouse is not authorized.

Qualification Devices

Only one embroidered insignia patch is authorized. Direct embroidery on blouse is not authorized. Insignia will be the same size as the metal insignia. They must not be shorter than or extend beyond the width of the ODU breast pocket.

Breast Device

The AUXOP Device and Staff Badges are to be worn 1/4 inch over the right breast pocket.  See AUXMAN for proper wear instructions.

Socks

Black calf-length or longer athletic socks.

Boots

Black 8 to 10 inch tall composite safety boots.

Belt

Basic riggers belt.

Cover (Hat)

Standard USCG Auxiliary ball cap, cold weather cap, or watch cap as weather dictates. Metal member or office collar insignia placed on the center front of the ball cap.  Insignia must match the insignia sewn onto the blouse's collar.

Special Care Instructions
 The ODU is machine washable on a permanent press setting. Wash uniforms in warm water with a mild detergent. Do not use chlorine bleach. If hand washing, wring gently and rinse with warm water. For best results, dry ODU items at a low heat or tumble dry for 10 minutes, then hang on a rust-proof hanger to finish drying. Uniform may be pressed but be sure to set iron to the cooler setting for nylon/cotton blends. A pressing cloth is helpful to avoid shiny spots from the iron. Military creases are not authorized.
ODU Collar Insignia