Army Uniforms: Men's Jr. Enlisted Service Dress Blue Uniform Center (by Marlow White), new-style Class A

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Marlow White has set up this page as a resource for Jr. Enlisted Soldiers of the U.S. Army who are looking for information pertaining to the Army Service (Class A) & Dress Blue Uniform. It is meant to summarize applicable Army Uniform Regulations. We will show any interim-change items in red.

20 Aug 08: The Army has announced the new ASU Wear Policy. To read the policy, visit our ASU Transition Information Center. And if you are not subscribed to our newsletter: do it! Our newsletter is easy to subscribe to (and unsubscribe from) and will be our primary tool for sharing timely information with our Soldier customers through this transition.

ADDITIONALLY: The new Army Service Uniform has an unbraided trouser and a beret for the ranks PV1 through SPC. We have the unbraided trouser in stock.

This page is divided into the following sections:

Occasion for Wear (describes when to wear the Army Service Uniform)
ASU (Class A & B) Required Components (items which comprise the Army Service Uniform)
ASU (Dress) Uniform
Prescribable Uniform Components (items which might be required by the Local Uniform Authority)
Optional Uniform Components (items which are optional and may be worn with the Army Service Uniform)

The Service Dress Blue Uniform is worn (note that this entire paragraph is based on the ALARACT Message and that the Army is still rewriting AR 670-1):

Year-round
As an optional dress uniform (currently) when worn with the white shirt and black bow tie
As a replacement for the Army Green Service Uniform in its Class A and B forms

The Dress Blue Uniform is worn (currently detailed by AR 670-1):

As an optional uniform (it is mandatory for active-duty officers)
Year-round
As the equivalent of a civilian tuxedo when worn with black bow tie
On duty as prescribed by the local commander
For social functions of a general or official nature, before or after retreat
On other appropriate occasions. Examples include:

Funerals
Memorial services
Weddings
Inaugurals
Parades on national or state holidays
Parades or ceremonies in which a United States military unit of any component is taking part
Other occasions of ceremony

Coat (with epaulettes)
Soutache Braid (not attached)
Marlow-Brite buttons
Trousers with belt loops (no braid)
Long Sleeve ASU White Shirt
Chevrons
4-in-hand tie
Black bow tie

Belt/buckle/tip
Branch/U.S. insignia
Overseas Bars
Hash Marks
Complimentary garment bag
Tropical: $389.00
Premier: $469.00

Trousers
Long Sleeve ASU Shirt
Short Sleeve ASU Shirt
OSB's & Hash Marks
Tropical Wool,
Price: $139.00

Tropical Army Service Blue Coat
	55/45 tropical wool blend Factory-installed epaulettes Price: $229.00

Tropical Blue Trousers with Belt Loops
	55/45 tropical wool blend These trousers are now authorized for wear for PVT through SPC. Price: $89.00

Belt, Buckle, and Tip
	Non-tarnish finish Price: $11.50

Premier Army Service Blue Coat
	55/45 premier wool blend Premier Elastique fabric Factory-installed epaulettes Price: $285.00

Premier Blue Trousers with Belt Loops
	55/45 premier wool blend Premier Elastique fabric These trousers are now authorized for wear for PVT through SPC. Price: $109.00

Long Sleeve ASU Shirts
	Now available Shoulder epaulettes Permanent creases Natick certified cloth and pattern Athletic tapered fit Price: $27.50

Black Beret
	The beret is now authorized for wear with the ASU. More information in our ASU Transition Center. Price: $19.50

Short Sleeve ASU Shirts
	Now available Shoulder epaulettes Permanent creases Natick certified cloth and pattern Athletic tapered fit Price: $24.50

Black Tie
	Worn with Class A version always, and with dress version before retreat 4-in Hand tie Pre-tied Velcro Clip-on Price: $9.95

ASU Nameplates
	Black textured nameplates 1" x 3" Two-Pack $8.00 Three-Pack $10.00

Enlisted Shoulder Marks
	Shoulder marks with rank Nylon: $6.95 Bullion: $24.50

Male Blue Hash Marks
	1 per every 3 years of completed service Minimum order of 4 (can be cut apart without fraying) Price: $.80 each

Male Overseas Bars
	1 per 6-months in authorized combat zones Minimum order of 4 (can be cut apart without fraying) Price: $.80 each

Blue Chevrons
	Correct color embroidery on the same color cloth as the coat PV2 - SPC : $4.50 (pair)

Male Army Buttons
	All Marlow White Uniforms include the proper buttons Extra buttons or spares can be ordered separately Price: varies

Full Size Badges
	Price varies based upon badge Most badges: $4.75

Enlisted Branch Insignia
	Marlow-Brite non-tarnish finish Set includes U.S. and branch insignia Price: $8.00 (per set)

Ribbons
	Custom ribbon and medal services available Price: varies

Combat Service Identification Badges
	Some CSIB's in stock Remainder of CSIB's still under development View development status on our CSIB page Males: worn centered on the right breast pocket of the ASU coat Price: $12.50

Black shoes, leather or high gloss
	Bates® high gloss: $82.00 per pair Bates® leather: $92.00 per pair

Black Dress Socks
	Crew length Reinforced heel/toe Package of 3 pair Price: $8.95

Marlow White does not carry
these required items:

Regimental Insignia
Foreign Badges

Uniform Care:

Worn for official formal evening functions when civilians normally wear evening clothes (black tie or tuxedo). Note that the service cap is optional wear after retreat.

Black Bow Tie
	Worn after retreat Pre-tied and adjustable 100% Polyester Satin finish Price: $8.95

Full Size or Miniature Medals
	Optionally worn after retreat (in lieu of ribbons) Most formal wear of awards. Very appropriate for honoring the deceased at a funeral. Custom medal services available

Items which can be required by the Local Commander. Unless required or prohibited by the Local Commander, the items are considered optional and can be worn at the discretion of the individual.

White Gloves
	Regular length or gauntlet length Standard or "grip" style Unlined or lined Price: $4.95~$8.00

Fourrageres
	Who wears Fourrageres? Several styles in stock. Click to view/order. Price: $14.00-17.00 (varies)

Infantry Branch Accouterments
	Who is authorized to wear distinctive items for Infantry Soldiers? Shoulder Cord Infantry Cap Disk Infantry Insignia w/disk

Marlow White does not carry
these prescribable items:

Black Coat
Black Scarf
Black Leather Gloves

Items which are worn at the discretion of the individual unless prohibited by the Local Commander.

Cuff Links / Shirt Studs
	Gold sets are worn with this uniform, if an optional French-cuff shirt is worn. Jewelry-quality set. Price for set: $39.00

Ceremonial Belt
	Leatherette backing resists shrinking Correct color braid Finished braided-cloth belt keepers Price: $55.00

"Hidden Tailor" Flex Belt
	Flexible belt worn over the shirttail but under the trousers, just below the waistband. Keeps shirt tucked in and trousers in place. Price: $15.00

Clip-On Suspenders
	Worn with High-Rise Trousers Clip-on style White only Price: $10.00

Optional: Intercept-Lined Garment Bag
	Patented Intercept® lining protects uniform metal and fabric Holds 2 or 3 uniforms Price: $39.00

Replacement Soutache Braid
	Replacement soutache Included with the coat Price: $2.00

Commercial White Dress Shirt
	Close Out: This shirt is discontinued and has been replaced by the ASU Long Sleeve White Shirt. Limited availability only. Price: $17.50

Marlow White does not carry
these optional items:

Umbrella
Scarf
Overshoes
Cold Weather Cap
French Cuff Dress Shirt