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Uniform Information

Wearing Your Uniform

A PROPERLY FITTING NJROTC UNIFORM

Learning how to look your best in uniform takes time and effort. Your uniform must fit you properly and be worn in accordance with regulations.

In order to learn how to have your uniform sharp, you must learn the proper placement of ribbons, ranks, medals, and name tag.

Before inspection, it is a good idea to ask a fellow cadet to look at your uniform and check for anything that does not meet regulations.

Always make a final check of yourself and study your general knowledge, then, present yourself for inspection.

FACTORS THAT AFFECT APPEARANCE 

Once you have a perfect fitting uniform, there are still other guidelines to follow in order to maintain an outstanding appearance:

•  Knowing how to wear the uniform properly

•  Knowing how to take care and clean the uniform ── a proper appearance requires a pressed and cleaned uniform

These factors and guidelines are the basic key to a good overall appearance in your NJROTC uniform.  By following these guidelines you can ensure that your uniform and your personal appearance are in regulations.

RIBBON SORTER                  HOW TO EARN RIBBONS

  Service Dress Blues (SDB)   

                                                

 Navy Service Uniform (Female NSU) 

 

 Navy Service Uniform (Male NSU)

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FEMALE UNIFORM REGULATIONS

  • Name tag: 6-1/4 inches below the right shoulder seam aligned with the third button
  • J-Bar: 1-7/8 inches bisecting the collar on the left side
  • Honor Stars: 1/4 inch above the NJROTC bar
  • Service Stars: 1/4 inch above the ribbon rack
  • Fouled Anchor: 2 inches from the fore crease with 1-1/2 inches from the bottom edge on the left side of the garrison cover 
  • Cords: One inch above the left shoulder seam
  • Ribbons: 6-1/4 below the left shoulder seam and be aligned with the third button
  • Medals: 1/4 inch below the ribbon rack
  • Rank: 1-7/8 inches bisecting the collar on the right side
  • Earrings: One per ear on the center of the earlobe, only gold, silver or white permitted.
  • Rings: One per hand
  • Necklaces: Must not be visible
  • Bracelets: One per wrist
  • Eyelashes: Must be natural
  • Nails: Must be 1/4 inch past the fingertip, only French tip and natural colors permitted.
  • Makeup: No heavy makeup permitted, must look natural
  • Hair: Must be in a neat bun and may not past the collar
  • Socks: Must be fully black
  • Shirts: Only a white V-neck or crewneck shirt
  • Trousers: Must be clean and pressed
  • Sunglasses: Not authorized when in uniform

Male Uniform Regulations

  • Name tag: 1/4 inch above the right pocket
  • J-Bar: 1-7/8 inches bisecting the collar on the left side
  • Honor Stars: 1/4 inch above the NJROTC bar
  • Service Stars: 1/4 inch above the ribbon rack
  • Fouled Anchor: 2 inches from the fore crease with 1-1/2 inches from the bottom edge on the left side of the garrison cover
  • Cords: One inch above the left shoulder seam
  • Ribbons: 1/4 inch above the left pocket
  • Medals: 1/4 inch below the ribbon rack
  • Rank: 1-7/8 inches bisecting the collar on the right side
  • Earrings: Not authorized
  • Rings: One per hand
  • Necklaces: Must not be visible
  • Bracelets: One per wrist
  • Fingernails: Must not pass the fingertip
  • Mustaches: Must be kept neatly and trimmed 
  • Hair: May not exceed 4 inches in length and 2 inches in bulk
  • Sideburns: Must be trimmed above the middle of the ear
  • Belts: Must be metal on metal and the tip must be facing the left side
  • Socks: Must be fully black
  • Shirts: Only a white V-neck or crewneck shirt
  • Trousers: Must be clean and pressed
  • Sunglasses: Not authorized when in uniform