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Male Officer Army Service Uniform (ASU)
& Dress Blue Center

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Marlow White has set up this page as a resource for Officers of the U.S. Army who are looking for information pertaining to the 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.

This page is divided into the following sections:

Occasion for Wear:

The Service Dress Blue Uniform is worn (note that this entire paragraph is based onĀ the ALARACT MessageĀ 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 (after retreat)
  • As an informal dress uniform when worn with a black 4-in-hand 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

While AR670-1 states that the black bow tie is worn only after retreat, in practice Soldiers wear the black bow tie during very formal afternoon events, such as weddings, when the event extends into the evening hours.

Marlow White Male Officer ASU/Dress Blue Packages

 
  • Coat
  • Branch Sleeve Braid (unattached)
  • Marlow-Brite Buttons
  • Trousers with Belt Loops
  • Long Sleeve White ASU Shirt
  • Nylon Shoulder Straps
  • Black Bow Tie
  • 4-in-hand Tie
Marlow White Male Commissioning ASU Packages

 
  • Coat
  • Branch Sleeve Braid (unattached)
  • Marlow-Brite Buttons
  • Trousers with Belt Loops
  • Long Sleeve ASU Shirt
  • Short Sleeve ASU Shirt
  • Black Beret
  • Nylon Shoulder Straps
  • Black Bow Tie
  • 4-in-hand Tie
  • Belt/Buckle/Tip
  • Branch/U.S. insignia

  • Trousers
  • Long Sleeve ASU Shirt
  • Short Sleeve ASU Shirt
  • OSB's
  • Tropical Wool,
    Price: $159.00
Dress Blue (Current) - Required Components:
  • 55/45 Tropical wool blend
  • Includes sleeve braid (unattached)
  • Price: $229.00
  • 55/45 Tropical wool blend
  • Trousers with belt loops (low-waisted)
  • Worn only with the Dress Blue Uniform - not for the Mess Uniform
  • Price: $109.00
  • Non-tarnish finish
  • Price: $11.50
 
  • 55/45 Premier wool blend
  • Premier Elastique fabric
  • Trousers with belt loops (low-waisted)
  • Worn only with the Dress Blue Uniform - not for the Mess Uniform
  • Price: $139.00

  • Tropical fabric
  • Required for all officers and NCOs, except in formation
  • Company Grade Complete Price: $72.50
  • Field Grade Complete Price: $95.00 to $105.00
 

  • Elastique fabric
  • Required for all officers and NCOs, except in formation
  • Teflon®-treated to shed water
  • Company Grade Complete Price: $85.00
  • Field Grade Complete Price: $105.00 to $115.00
  • Authorized for wear in formation by local commander
  • Worn with Class A & B versions only, never dress version
  • Price: $19.50
 
  • Now available
  • Shoulder epaulettes
  • Permanent creases
  • Natick certified cloth and pattern
  • Athletic tapered fit
  • Price: $27.50
 
  • Now available
  • Shoulder epaulettes
  • Permanent creases
  • Natick certified cloth and pattern
  • Athletic tapered fit
  • Price: $24.50
  • Shoulder marks with rank
  • Nylon: $6.95
  • Bullion: $24.50
 
  • Black textured nameplates
  • 1" x 3"
  • Two-Pack $8.00
  • Three-Pack $10.00
  • All Marlow White Uniforms include the proper buttons
  • Extra buttons or spares can be ordered separately
  • Price: varies
 
  • Non-tarnish finish
  • Worn on the beret with the ASU only
  • 2LT to COL: $6.75 per pair
  • WO1 to CW5: $8.00 per pair
 
  • Marlow-Brite non-tarnish finish
  • Price: $6.75 (per US pair)
  • Price: $9.95 (per branch pair)
 
  • Organize your awards
  • Prevent snags while traveling
  • Intercept-Lined Pouch for Straps and Knots
  • Price: $30.00
  • Price varies based upon badge
  • Most badges: $4.75
 
  • Non-tarnish
  • Full size and miniature sizes available for most badges
  • Price varies based upon badge and badge size
  • 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
 
  • 1 per 6-months in authorized combat zones
  • Minimum order of 4 (can be cut apart without fraying)
  • Price: $.80 each
 
Black Dress Socks
  • Crew length
  • Reinforced heel/toe
  • Package of 3 pair
  • Price: $8.95
Regimental Insignia
  • More information
    coming soon
 
Marlow White does not carry
these required items:
  • Foreign Badges
Uniform Care:
2-page PDF with information on how to care for your uniform
   

ASU (Dress) Uniform

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.

  • Worn after retreat
  • Pre-tied and adjustable
  • 100% Polyester Satin finish
  • Price: $8.95
 
  • 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
Dress Blue (Current) - Prescribable Components:
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.
 
  • Regular length or gauntlet length
  • Standard or "grip" style
  • Unlined or lined
  • Price: $4.95~$8.00
 
 
  • Only worn by aides (Generals' aides, attaches, etc.)

  • Service Aiguillettes are worn with the 4-in-hand tie
  • Dress Aiguillettes are worn with the bow tie.
  • Specify Nylon or Mylar
  • Price: $59.50 to $154.00
Infantry Branch Accouterments
 
 
Marlow White does not carry
these prescribable items:
  • Chaplain's Apparel
  • Black All-Weather Coat
  • Black Scarf
  • Black Leather Dress Gloves
ASU Optional Components:
Items which are worn at the discretion of the individual unless prohibited by the Local Commander.
 
  • 55/45 wool blend Elastique
  • Satin branch-color lining
  • Price: $399.00
 
  • Gold sets are worn with this uniform, if an optional French-cuff shirt is worn.
  • Jewelry-quality set.
  • Price for set: $39.00
  • Hand-crafted in Germany by WKC
  • Includes scabbard
  • Photo-based comparison of various Army Sabers available
  • Saber Chain: $35.00
  • Saber Guard: $17.50
  • Saber Price: $350.00
 
 
  • Leatherette backing resists shrinking
  • Correct color braid
  • Finished braided-cloth belt keepers
  • Price: $75.00
 
  • Worn with High-Rise Trousers
  • Button style (not clip on)
  • Branch colors
  • Price: $14.00
 
  • Can be worn with the ASU as a transitional item only, but the coat MUST be worn at all times
  • 55/45 wool blend tropical weave
  • Price:  $119.00
  • Extra or spare:
    • Cap insignia
    • Buttons
    • Chin straps
    • Cap bands
  • Price: varies
 
  • 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
 
  • Close Out: This shirt is discontinued and has been replaced by the ASU Long Sleeve White Shirt. Limited availability only.
  • Price: $17.50
 
  • Officer sleeve braid
  • Included with the coat
  • Price: $10.00
Marlow White does not carry
these optional items:
  • Overshoes
  • Cold Weather Cap
  • French Cuff Dress Shirt