AR 670-1

All enlisted personnel will wear the branch insignia of their primary military occupational specialty (PMOS). What are the six exceptions?

(1) Basic trainees will wear the U.S. insignia on both collars; they will not wear branch insignia (2) NCOs in authorized Inspector General modification table of organization and equipment (TOE) or TDA positions will wear the Inspector General insignia (3) Command sergeants major (CSM) and sergeants major (SGM) will wear designated branch insignia (CSM and SGM serving O-6 and below) (4) Nominative CSMs and SGMs will wear nominative senior enlisted leader collar insignia (previously referred to as CSM insignia); worn by CSM and SGM when in a nominative position (5) The Sergeant Major of the Army will wear Sergeant Major of the Army insignia in lieu of branch insignia (6) A CSM appointed as the Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (SEAC) will wear SEAC insignia

What are the four categories of unauthorized tattoos—these tattoos are prejudicial to good order and discipline and are, therefore, prohibited anywhere on a Soldier's body?

(1) Extremist—these affiliated with, depicting, or symbolizing extremist philosophies, organizations, or activities (2) Indecent—these are grossly offensive to modesty, decency, propriety or professionalism (3) Sexist—these advocate a philosophy that degrades or demeans a person based on gender (4) Racist—these advocate a philosophy that degrades or demeans a person based on race, ethnicity, or national origin Note: Commanders will conduct an annual check for extremist, indecent, sexist, and racist tattoos

What are the orders of Group precedence for combat and special skill badges authorized for wear on the Army uniform?

(1) Group 1. Combat Infantryman badges (three awards); Expert Infantryman badge; Combat Action badge. (2) Group 2. Expert infantryman badge; expert field medical badge; and expert Soldier badge. (3) Group 3. Army astronaut device (worn attached to any aviation badge or Army space badge); Army aviator badges (three degrees); flight surgeon badges (three degrees); aviation badges (three degrees); EOD badges (three degrees); and parachute rigger badge. (4) Group 4. Glider badge (rescinded); parachutist badges (three degrees); para-chutist badges with combat jump device (four degrees); pathfinder badge; military freefall parachutist badges (two degrees); military freefall parachutist badges with combat jump de-vice; air assault badge; diver badges (six badges); space badges (three degrees); and Ranger, Special Forces, and Sapper tab metal replicas. (5) Group 5. Driver and mechanic badge and marksmanship badges. (6) Group 6: Physical fitness badge. The physical fitness badge is authorized for wear only on the physical fitness uniform and the improved physical fitness uniform.

What is the standard for wear of bags, handbags, purses, and backpacks?

(1) Hand carried bags will be conservative and professional in appearance. Bags (to include civilian gym bags, civilian backpacks, or other similar civilian bags) must be carried only in the hand if they do not meet the criteria outlined in (2) and (3) below. (2) If Soldiers choose to wear a shoulder bag while in uniform, the bag must be black or match the colors of the camouflage pattern uniform being worn, and may not have any commercial logos. The contents of the bag may not be visible; therefore, see-through plastic or mesh bags are not authorized. (3) Soldiers may carry authorized bags by hand, on one shoulder using a shoulder strap, or over both shoulders using both shoulder straps. Soldiers may not wear a shoulder bag in such a manner that the strap is draped diagonally across the body, with the bag resting on the hip opposite the shoulder holding the strap.

In which situations is the wearing of Army uniforms prohibited?

(1) In connection with the furtherance of any political or commercial interests, or when engaged in off-duty civilian employment (2) When participating in public speeches, interviews, picket lines, marches, rallies, or public demonstrations, except as authorized by the first O-5 in the chain of command (3) When attending any meeting or event that is a function of, or is sponsored by, an extremist organization (4) When wearing the uniform would bring discredit upon the Army, as determined by the Commander (5) When specifically prohibited by Army regulations

What are the three types of male neckties?

(1) Necktie, bow, black, dress or mess (optional purchase) (2) Necktie, bow, white, evening mess (optional purchase) (3) Necktie, four-in-hand, black, service (clothing bag issue item)

When may Soldiers wear variations of the male Blue mess uniform?

(1) On duty when prescribed by the local commander (2) At social functions of a general or official nature, held after retreat, and while in transit to and from such functions (3) At private, formal social functions, held after retreat

The male service/dress uniform is prescribed for year-round wear for all Soldiers—what are five variations for wear of the male service/dress uniform?

(1) On duty when prescribed by the local commander (2) At social functions of a private or official nature, either before or after retreat, and while in transit to and from such functions (3) When designated by the host of an event (4) On other appropriate occasions, as desired by the individual (5) For commercial travel

The female service/dress uniform is prescribed for year-round wear for all Soldiers—what are five variations for wear of the female service/dress uniform?

(1) On duty when prescribed by the local commander (2) At social functions of a private or official nature, either before or after retreat, and while in transit to and from such functions (3) When designated by the host of an event (4) On other appropriate occasions, as desired by the individual (5) Soldiers may wear the female service/dress uniform for commercial travel

The Maternity service uniform is prescribed for year-round wear for all Soldiers—what are five variations for wear of the Maternity service uniform?

(1) On duty when prescribed by the local commander (2) At social functions of a private or official nature, either before or after retreat, and while in transit to and from such functions (3) When designated by the host of an event, pregnant Soldiers may wear appropriate civilian maternity attire in lieu of the uniform for social functions (4) On other appropriate occasions, as desired by the individual (5) Soldiers may wear the maternity service uniform for commercial travel

What are two restrictions on the wear of the male service/dress uniform?

(1) Personnel may not wear male service/dress uniform in off-post establishments that primarily sell alcohol (2) If the off-post establishment sells alcohol and food, Soldiers may not wear the male service/dress uniform if their activities in the establishment center on the drinking of alcohol Note: Commanders may further restrict its wear

What are three restrictions on the wear of the Army combat uniform (ACU)?

(1) Personnel may not wear the combat uniform in off-post establishments that primarily sell alcohol (2) If the off-post establishment sells alcohol and food, Soldiers may not wear the combat uniform if their activities in the establishment center on the drinking of alcohol (3) The combat uniform is not normally considered appropriate for social or official functions off the installation, such as memorial services, funerals, weddings, inaugurals, patriotic ceremonies, and similar functions Note: Soldiers may wear the combat uniform for commercial travel [4-3b.(2)] Note: Commanders may further restrict its wear

What are two restrictions on the wear of the female service/dress uniform?

(1) Personnel may not wear the female service/dress uniform in off-post establishments that primarily sell alcohol (2) If the off-post establishment sells alcohol and food, Soldiers may not wear the female service/dress uniform if their activities in the establishment center on the drinking of alcohol Note: Commanders may further restrict its wear

What are two restrictions on the wear of the Maternity service uniform?

(1) Personnel may not wear the maternity service uniform in off-post establishments that primarily sell alcohol (2) If the off-post establishment sells alcohol and food, Soldiers may not wear the maternity service uniform if their activities in the establishment center on the drinking of alcohol

What are three restrictions on the wear of the Maternity work uniform?

(1) Personnel may not wear the maternity work uniform in off-post establishments that primarily sell alcohol. (2) If the off-post establishment sells alcohol and food, Soldiers may not wear the maternity work uniform if their activities in the establishment center on the drinking of alcohol (3) The maternity work uniform is not normally considered appropriate for social or official functions off the installation, such as memorial services, funerals, weddings, inaugurals, patriotic ceremonies, and so forth Note: Soldiers may wear the maternity work uniform for commercial travel [5-3b.(2)] Note: Commanders may further restrict its wear

What are the names of the three Special skills tabs?

(1) Ranger tab (2) Special Forces tab (3) Sapper tab

What are the two types of Buttons worn on Army uniforms?

(1) Regular Army (2) Essayons

What are the three variations of wear for the male Service/dress uniform?

(1) Service Class A: All components are worn (2) Service Class B: All components are worn, except the coat; the neck tie is optional if the short-sleeve shirt is worn (3) Dress: All components are worn; the bow tie is substituted for the necktie

What are four restrictions on the wear of the Physical fitness uniform (IPFU)?

(1) Soldiers may not wear the physical fitness uniform for commercial travel (2) Personnel may not wear a physical fitness uniform in off-post establishments, unless for purchase of essential items (for example, gas) (3) Physical fitness uniform are not considered appropriate for social or official functions off the installation, such as memorial services, funerals, weddings, inaugurals, patriotic ceremonies, and similar functions (4) The physical fitness uniform is not appropriate for parades, reviews, and ceremonies Note: Commanders may further restrict its wear

What is the proper wear of the beret?

(1) The headband (edge binding) is straight across the forehead, 1 inch above the eyebrows (2) The flash is positioned over the left eye, and the excess materials is draped over to the right ear, extending to at least the top of the ear, and no lower than the middle of the ear (3) Personnel will cut off the ends of the adjusting ribbon and secure the ribbon knot inside the edge binding at the back of the beret (4) When worn properly, the beret is formed to the shape of the head; therefore, Soldiers may not wear hairstyles that cause distortion of the intended shape of the beret

What is the standard for hair holding devices?

(a) Authorized only for the purpose of securing the hair—Soldiers will not place hair holding devices in the hair for decorative purposes (b) All hair holding devices must be plain and of a color as close to the Soldier's hair as is possible or clear

Medium and long hair may be styled with braids, cornrows, or twists—how are Braids, Cornrows, and Twists defined?

(a) Braids/plaits—three or more portions/bunches of interwoven hair and are worn free-hanging (loose) or against the scalp (b) Cornrows—as hair temporarily rolled, twisted, or braided closely to the scalp producing a continuous, raised row of hair and are worn against the scalp (c) Twists—are created by temporarily twisting two distinct strands of hair around one another to create a twisted ropelike appearance. Only temporary twists (those that can be easily untwisted) are authorized and are worn free-hanging (loose) or against the scalp

What is the standard for wear of eyeglasses and sunglasses?

(a) Conservative civilian prescription eyeglasses are authorized for wear with all uniforms (b) Conservative prescription and nonprescription sunglasses are authorized for wear when in a garrison environment, except while indoors (c) Individuals who are required by medical authority to wear sunglasses for medical reasons, other than refractive error, may wear them, except when health or safety considerations apply (d) Commanders may authorize sunglasses in formations or field environments, as appropriate (e) Lenses or frames with conspicuous initials, designs, or other adornments are not authorized for wear (f) Lens colors must be traditional gray, brown, or dark green (g) Personnel will not attach chains or ribbons to eyeglasses. Eyeglass restraints (to include bands) are authorized when required for safety purposes (h) Personnel will not hang eyeglasses or eyeglass cases on the uniform and may not let glasses hang from eyeglass restraints down the front of the uniform (i) Glasses may not be worn on top of the head at any time. (j) Soldiers are authorized to wear ballistic spectacle eye protection issued by the Army, including lens colors or logos in garrison or field environments unless otherwise directed by their chain of command

How are Ribbons worn?

(a) In order of precedence from the wearer's right to left, in one or more rows, with either no space between rows or 1/8-inch space between rows (b) No more than four ribbons are worn in any one row—Soldiers will not start a second row unless they are authorized to wear four or more ribbons (c) The determination of whether three or four ribbons are worn in each row is based upon the size of the coat and the position of the lapel (d) The first and second rows will contain the same number of ribbons (three or four) before starting a third row (e) The third and succeeding rows will contain the same number of ribbons as the first two rows, but may contain less (f) The top row is centered on the row beneath, or may be aligned to the wearer's left, whichever presents the best appearance

What is the standard for female bangs?

(a) Not fall below the eyebrows (b) Not interfere with the wear of all headgear (c) Must lie neatly against the head (d) Not be visible underneath the front of the headgear (e) The width of the bangs may extend to the hairline at the temple

What areas of the body are tattoos or brands, regardless of subject matter, prohibited?

(a) On the head and face (except for permanent makeup) (b) Neck (anything above the t-shirt neck line to include on/inside the eyelids, mouth, and ears) (c) Below the wrist bone and hands, except Soldiers may have one ring tattoo on each hand, below the joint of the bottom segment (portion closest to the palm) of the finger

Where are the subdued full-sized combat and special skill badges worn on combat uniforms?

(a) One above the other, above the U.S. Army tape, in order of group precedence, from top to bottom and from the wearer's right to left (b) Badges may all be either sew-on or pin-on—Soldiers may only wear badges in a deployed environment if sewn on

On service and dress uniforms, Soldiers may wear up to three badges above the ribbons or pocket flap, or in a similar location for uniforms without pockets—what are the badge combinations that Soldiers can only wear above the ribbons?

(a) Only wear one combat or special skill badges from either group 1 or group 2 (b) May wear up to three badges from groups 3, 4, and 5 (c) One badge from either group 1 or group 2 may be worn with badges from groups 3, 4 , and 5 so long as the total number of badges does not exceed three

What are the conditions for wearing the IPFU for pregnant Soldiers?

(a) Pregnant Soldiers will wear the IPFU until the uniform becomes too small or uncomfortable (b) Pregnant Soldiers are authorized to wear the T-shirt outside the trunks (c) At no time will commanders require pregnant Soldiers to purchase a larger IPFU to accommodate the pregnancy (d) When the uniform becomes too small or uncomfortable, pregnant Soldiers may wear equivalent civilian workout clothes

What uniforms may personnel on official travel and traveling by commercial travel means wear?

(a) Service dress (b) Army combat uniform (c) Appropriate civilian attire, unless restricted by the commander

Where is physical fitness badge placed on the IPFU?

(a) Sewn on the wearer's upper left front side of the APFU t-shirt above the word "Army." (b) On the APFU running jacket, the insignia is sewn centered 1/2 inch above the Army logo

What is the standard for wearing jewelry?

(a) Soldiers may wear a wristwatch, a wrist identification bracelet, and a total of two rings (a wedding set is considered one ring) with Army uniforms, unless prohibited by the commander for safety or health reasons (b) Soldiers may also wear one activity tracker, pedometer, or heart rate monitor (c) Any jewelry or monitors worn by Soldiers while in uniform, or in civilian clothes on duty, must be conservative (d) Bracelets are limited to the following: medical alert bracelets, missing in action, prisoner of war, or killed in action (black or silver in color only) bracelets and religious bracelets similar in size and appearance to identification bracelets—Soldiers are only authorized to wear one item on each wrist while in uniform, or in civilian clothes on duty

What are the guidelines for wearing electronic devices while in uniform?

(a) Soldiers may wear an electronic device on the belt, belt loops, or waistband of the uniform (b) Only one electronic device (for example, cell phone) may be worn (c) The body of the device may not exceed the size of a Government issued electronic device, and the device and carrying case must be black; no other colors are authorized (d) If security cords or chains are attached to the device, Soldiers will conceal the cord or chain from view (e) Other types of electronic devices are not authorized for wear on the uniform, unless medically prescribed

What is the standard for the wear of identification tags?

(a) Soldiers will wear identification tags at all times while on duty in uniform unless otherwise directed by the commander (b) Personnel will wear identification tags around the neck, except when safety considerations apply (such as during physical training)

What are the requirements for commercially purchased black spandex shorts that are authorized for wear under the IPFU shorts?

(a) The length of the shorts must end above the knee or higher (b) Must be plain with no logos, patterns, or obtrusive markings

What is the standard for dental ornamentation?

(a) The use of gold caps, platinum caps, or caps of any unnatural color or texture (permanent or removable) for purposes of dental ornamentation is not authorized (b) Teeth, whether natural, capped, or veneered, will not be ornamented with designs, jewels, initials, and so forth (c) Unnatural shaping of teeth for nonmedical reasons is not authorized

Where on the combat uniform are badges, up to five, worn?

(a) When one badge is worn, it is centered 1/8 inch above the U.S. Army tape (b) When two badges are worn, they are centered 1/8 inch above the U.S. Army tape and worn vertically with ¼ inch between badges (c) When three badges are worn, they are centered 1/8 inch above the U.S. Army tape either in a single vertical column with 1/4 inch between badges; or two badges are worn side-by-side, 1/8 inch above and centered on the U.S. Army tape with 1/2 inch between badges horizontally, and the third badge is centered on the U.S. Army tape 1/4 inch above the lower two badges (d) When four badges are worn, they are centered 1/8 inch above the U.S. Army tape, and worn either vertically and side- by-side in stacks of two with 1/4 inch between badges vertically and 1/2 inch between badges horizontally; or two badges are worn side-by-side, 1/8 inch above and centered on the U.S. Army tape with 1/2 inch between badges horizon-tally, and the remaining two badges are centered on the U.S. Army tape and stacked vertically 1/4 inch above the lower two badges with 1/4 inch between badges. Badges stacked one on top of another are centered on each other with the smaller badge centered above or below (according to precedence) the larger badge; vertical spacing is measured between the larger badges (e) When five badges are worn, they are worn the same as four badges with the additional badge centered 1/4 inch above the top two badges

What is the standard for sideburns?

(a) Will not extend below the bottom of the opening of the ear (b) Will not be styled to taper, flair, or come to a point (c) The length of an individual hair of the sideburn will not exceed 1/8 inch when fully extended

How is the green or black micro fleece cap worn?

- Pulled down snugly on the head with the bottom edge covering the ears, but not covering the eyebrows - The bottom edge (all) of the cap may be folded, but not rolled - The fleece cap is worn with the physical fitness uniform or the combat uniform, as prescribed by the commander Note: The wear-out date of the foliage green fleece cap is 30 September 2017. The mandatory possession date for the black fleece cap is 1 October 2017

Unless the unit or installation commander otherwise prohibits, Soldiers may use headphones, including wireless or non-wireless devices and earpieces, in uniform while performing individual physical training in indoor gyms or fitness centers. What is the standard for headphone use?

- Soldiers may not wear headphones while taking the Army Physical Fitness Test - Soldiers may not wear head-phones beyond the permitted area in any manner, including around the neck or attached to the uniform - Headphones will be conservative and discreet - Ear pads will not exceed 1 1/2 inches in diameter at the widest point - Soldiers may wear electronic devices, such as music players or cell phones, as prescribed above - Soldiers may also wear a solid black arm-band to store and carry electronic devices in the gym or fitness center. Soldiers may not wear the armband beyond the permitted area

What is the guideline while walking in uniform?

- Soldiers will not walk while engaged in any activity that would cause them not to be able to salute and offer the greeting of the day. - It detracts professional image.

What are the authorized color shades of nail polish for female Soldiers?

- Solid color shades that are not extreme. Extreme colors include, but are not limited to, purple, bright pink, red, gold, blue, black, hot pink, green, yellow, ombre and fluorescent/neon colors, to include French manicure. - Colors that are authorized to wear include, but are not limited to, nude/natural shades, American manicure, and light pink

What are the color restrictions for the wear of lipstick for Female soldiers?

- Solid color shades that are not extreme. Extreme colors include, but are not limited to; purple, bright pink, bright red, gold, blue, black, hot pink, green, yellow, ombre and fluorescent/neon colors. - Natural colors, to include tinted glosses.

What are the authorized nail shapes for female Soldiers?

- Square and rounded nails. - Nail shapes that are extreme and not authorized are ballerina, stiletto, arrow, and coffin.

The patrol cap is standard headgear worn with the combat uniform in the garrison environment. How is the patrol cap worn?

- Straight on the head so that the cap band creates a straight line around the head, parallel to the ground - The patrol cap will fit snugly and comfortably around the largest part of the head without bulging or distortion from the intended shape of the headgear and without excessive gaps - No rolling of, blocking, or alterations to the cap are authorized - The cap is worn so that no hair is visible on the forehead beneath the cap - The nametape will be worn centered on the hook-and-loop pads on the back of the patrol cap - Subdued pin-on or sew-on grade insignia, or branch insignia for chaplains, is worn centered on the front of the headgear left to right, and top to bottom

What are the standards for Earring wear?

-Female Soldiers are authorized the optional wear of earrings while wearing the ACU. -Stud earrings may be screw-on, clip on, or post-type earring in gold, silver, or diamond. -Pearls are not authorized to wear in the ACU but are authorized in formal attire (service or dress uniform). -The earring will not exceed 6mm or ¼-inch in diameter, and they must be adorned (plain) or spherical (round). -The earrings will fit snugly against the ear. -Hoop, two-sided, or drop earrings are not authorized. -Females may wear earrings only as a matched pair, with only one earring per standard ear lobe. -Earrings are not authorized to be worn in the cartilage, industrial, transverse lobe, tragus, or conch part of the ear. -Earrings will not be worn in field environments, combat related deployments, or locations where access to normal hygiene is not available.

What is the female hair standard for wigs both in uniform and civilian clothes on duty?

-Wigs must look natural and conform to hair guidelines - Wigs are NOT authorized to cover up unauthorized hair styles.

Where is the nameplate insignia worn on the female new style Army blue uniform or ASU?

1 to 2 inches above the top button of the coat and centered horizontally on the wearer's right side.

What are the dimensions of the dress uniform nameplate?

1 x 3 x1/16 of an inch

Soldiers will wear headgear with the Army uniform except under which circumstances?

1. Headgear is not required if it would interfere with the safe operation of military vehicles. 2. The wear of military headgear is not required while in or on a privately owned vehicle (to include a motor cycle, bicycle, or convertible automobile), a commercial vehicle, or on public conveyance (such as a subway, train, plane, or bus) 3. Soldiers will not wear headgear indoors unless under arms in an official capacity, or when directed by the commander, such as for indoor ceremonial activities. 4. Male and female soldiers are not required to wear headgear to evening social events (after Retreat) when wearing the Army Service Uniform.

How many years of honorable active federal service as an enlisted member of the Army does one Service stripe represent?

3 years Note: There is no limit to the number of stripes worn; however, service stripes will not cover the chevrons Note: Service need not have been continuous, and the 10th stripe is authorized after 29 1⁄2 years Note: Individuals authorized more than 10 service stripes may elect whether or not to wear them

How many Tabs may be worn on the combat uniform or similar utility uniform?

A maximum of three

What device is worn in lieu of five bronze oak leaf clusters?

A silver oak leaf cluster

What AR covers the issue and sale of personal clothing?

AR 700-84 (Issue and Sale of Personal Clothing)

What is required if a Soldier sews on the U.S. Army tape, nametape, or grade insignia on the utility uniform coat?

All three items must be sewn on

Commanders may authorize wear of commercial running shoes with calf-length or ankle-length, plain white or black socks (no logos). How are these socks worn?

Ankle-length socks must cover the entire ankle bone and calf-length socks will end at the middle point between the ankle and the knee

What is worn on the NCO Professional Development Ribbon to denote the highest level of NCO development?

Arabic numerals

What is the stipulation regarding male and female soldiers wearing highlights (a uniform blend of colors) with natural colors in their hair?

As long as it represents a professional and natural appearance.

What is the stipulation regarding female soldiers wearing "multiple" hairstyles at once?

As long as they are neat in appearance and do not impact the proper wear of headgear and equipment.

What device is worn to denote award of second and succeeding awards of decorations (other than the Air Medal), the Army Reserve Components Achievement Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, and unit awards?

Bronze oak leaf cluster

How is the order of precedence for combat and special skill badges established?

By group—there is no precedence for combat or special skill badges within the same group. For example, personnel who are authorized to wear the Parachutist and Air Assault badges may determine the order of wear between those two badges

Aside from following the guidance in AR 670-1, how else do leaders judge the appropriateness of a particular hairstyle?

By the ability to wear all types of headgear and any protective equipment properly

How is the grade insignia worn on all uniform coats?

Centered between the shoulder seam and elbow

Where are the Special skill tabs worn on the combat uniform or similar utility uniform?

Centered both vertically and horizontally 1/4 inch above the SSI on the left sleeve of the combat uniform and ECWCS with 1/8 inch between tabs. Note: The President's Hundred tab is a marksmanship tab and is worn 1/8 inch below the lowest special skill tab.

Where is the nameplate insignia worn on the male service uniform shirts, and on the coats of the male blue service/dress uniforms?

Centered left to right on the flap of the right breast pocket, and centered between the top of the button and the top of the pocket

Where are the Service stripes worn on the ASU?

Centered on the outside bottom half of the left sleeve (a) The first is placed at an angle of 45 degrees with the lower end toward the inside seam of the sleeve, and it is placed 4 inches from the bottom of the sleeve. (b) Each additional stripe is spaced 1/16 inch above and parallel to the first stripe

What is the female hair standard for hair extensions?

Extensions must have the same general appearance as the individual's natural hair and otherwise conform to AR 670-1

When is the male Blue mess uniform worn?

For black-tie functions which corresponds to a civilian tuxedo

DA PAM 670-1

Guide to the Wear and Appearance of Army Uniforms and Insignia

What is the standard for attaching, affixing or displaying objects, articles, jewelry, or ornamentation to, through, or under Soldiers' skin, tongue, or any other body part?

It is prohibited to all Soldiers on or off duty—the only exception is wearing earrings consistent with Army standards

Miniature medals are replicas of regular-sized medals that are made to a scale of one-half the size of the original; however, there is one medal for which there is no miniature—what medal is this?

Medal of Honor

Are braids, cornrows, twists, and locs required to have the same dimensions and same approximate size of spacing between them?

No

How will personnel wear knee-length mess skirts?

No longer than 1 inch above or 2 inches below the crease in the back of the knee

What is the standard for wearing ankle bracelets, toe rings, necklaces (other than those described in AR 600-20), trendy devices, medallions, amulets, and personal talismans or icons while in uniform or in civilian clothes on duty?

Not authorized

What is the length for fingernails?

Not exceed ¼ inch from the tip of the finger

Where is the U.S. flag insignia (full color or subdued) worn on the utility uniforms?

On the right shoulder pocket flap. The flag insignia is worn on the upper most portion of the hook-and-loop pad with the top of the insignia at the top of the pad

Where can Soldiers wear the Driver and Mechanic badges on the service and dress uniforms, or in a similar location on uniforms without pockets?

Only on the wearer's left pocket flap

How many badges (groups 3, 4, or 5), to include marksmanship badges, can be worn on the pocket flap at one time on service and dress uniforms?

Only three

What are worn to denote an additional award or service in a named campaign?

Service stars

What is the total number of combat and special skill badges authorized for wear at one time on service and dress uniforms?

Six—this total does not include special skill tabs or special skill tab metal replicas

What is the standard for wearing wireless or non-wireless devices/earpieces while wearing Army uniforms?

Soldiers are not authorized—hands-free devices while operating a commercial or military vehicle (to include a motorcycle or bicycle) are allowed if not otherwise prohibited by policy or law in accordance with AR 385-10

What is the Army policy for body mutilation?

Soldiers are prohibited from willful mutilation of the body or any body parts in any manner examples include, but are not limited to, tongue bifurcation (splitting of the tongue) or ear gauging (enlarged holes in the lobe of the ear, which are greater than 1.6mm)

What is the stipulation when wearing commercial, mirror-like finish combat and special skill badges on service and dress uniforms?

Soldiers may not mix these badges with combat and special skill badges that do not have the mirror-like finish

Who is authorized to wear the Gold star or Next of kin lapel button on the Army service and dress uniforms?

Soldiers who have lost an immediate family member in combat

What device is worn to denote an award authorized for acts of heroism involving conflict with an armed enemy?

The "V" device The "V" device is authorized for wear on the Air Medal, Bronze Star Medal, Army Commendation Medal, and the Joint Service Commendation Medal

What is the only insignia authorized for wear on the IPFU?

The Physical Fitness Badge

What Army uniform is the most formal uniform worn by Army personnel and corresponds to the civilian "white tie and tails?"

The blue or white evening mess uniform

How is the U.S. insignia worn on the male blue uniform coat?

The bottom of the U.S. insignia disk is placed approximately 1 inch above the notch, centered on the right collar, with the centerline of the insignia parallel to the inside edge of the lapel

How is the hair-part cut into the hair of Soldiers who have a texture of hair that does not part naturally?

The part will be one straight line, not slanted or curved, and will fall in the area where the Soldier would normally part the hair—Soldiers will not cut designs into their hair or scalp

How is the IPFU worn as a complete uniform?

The sleeves are kept down on the jacket, the legs down on the pants, and the T-shirt tucked inside the trunks

Medium length ponytails for female soldiers who are unable to form a bun due to length and/or texture of hair is authorized. How may the ponytail be worn in all uniforms?

The unsecured hair will be worn centered in the back of the head (placement of ponytail will not be on the side or top of the head), be no wider than the width of the head, will not extend beyond the lower edge of the collar, and will not interfere with proper wear of authorized army headgear.

Which direction does the belt tab on the army belt extend to on the male Class A uniform?

The wearers left

What is the authorized minimum hair length for female soldiers?

There is no minimum hair length

Up to how many badges may Soldiers wear above the ribbons or pocket flap, or in a similar location for uniforms without pockets?

Three

How many badges on the combat uniform may a Soldier wear above the U.S. Army tape so long as space allows for the badges?

Up to five badges

AR 670-1

Wear and Appearance of Army Uniforms and Insignia

When may Soldiers wear the Combat vehicle crewman uniform on duty?

When prescribed by the commander for combat vehicle operations

Are male Soldiers authorized to wear clear nail polish while in service uniforms?

Yes

Is it authorized for female soldiers to wear long ponytails in utility uniforms when conducting physical training or tactical operations?

Yes. While walking to and from the designated area of physical training (formation) the long ponytail is authorized. Additionally, while wearing equipment such as, but not limited to, combat vehicle crewman or advanced combat helmets, they will be authorized to wear their hair in a ponytail and/or a long braid secured in their utility uniform top

What is worn on the Good Conduct Medal to signify second and subsequent awards?

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