DRESS AND APPEARANCE

This webpage is a one-stop reference to help answer questions regarding proper wear of approved Air Force uniform items, insignias, awards and decorations, etc. It also provides the latest updates and changes to policy from Air Force senior leadership and the Uniform Board. For local guidance, Airmen are encouraged to consult their immediate chain of command for clarification on standards and policies.

Aug. 28, 2019
Uplifting others with ‘deployed’ dresses

Operation Deploy Your Dress launched its seasonal grand-opening at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Aug. 27, 2019.
July 30, 2019
Uniform issue on schedule

As the deadline for Airmen to don the new Operational Camouflage Pattern uniform approaches, the 403rd Logistics Readiness Squadron is working to get uniforms to its Reserve Citizen Airmen. The Air Force’s May 2018 decision to transition into a single combat uniform eliminates the need to maintain
July 22, 2019
OCPs rollout at JBLE-Langley

The Military Clothing Sales facility at Langley Air Force Base will begin selling unisex and female-specific Operational Camouflage Pattern, or OCP, uniforms on August 5, 2019.
April 29, 2019
Around the Air Force: 35th Space Symposium / OCP Uniform Guidance

On this look around the Air Force, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein talks about the importance of maintaining space superiority at the 35th Space Symposium and new guidance was released on the operational camouflage uniform. Hosted by Senior Airman Jasmine Vanderheyden.
April 23, 2019
Air Force senior leaders update OCP uniform guidance

The Air Force announced April 23 new rules on Operational Camouflage Pattern uniforms that aim to better fit the needs of Airmen and the jobs they do while also holding fast to tradition.
Feb. 28, 2019
On-Final News Bulletin – March 1, 2019

March 2019 On-Final--The On-Final is a publication of the 507th Air Refueling Wing at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma.
Jan. 7, 2019
We are just like you

Rigid structure, aircraft and guns. These are some examples of what many people may think of when they hear about the military.Many forget that outside the uniform, military members are regular people, too. Just like everyone else, they have fears, hobbies and family.
Dec. 27, 2018
Latest OCP guidance approves current subdued patches

Airmen wearing OCP uniforms are authorized to add their former Airmen Battle Uniform subdued patches until the mandatory brown subdued ones go into effect.
Oct. 3, 2018
Around the Air Force: OCP Authorized / FACT Program

On this look Around the Air Force, the Operational Camouflage Pattern is authorized for wear, Airmen from the 62nd Airlift Wing assist in Exercise Ample Strike, and Undergraduate Pilot Training students can choose the U-2S airframe on their dream sheets. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Angelo Rosario.
Sept. 28, 2018
Air Force provides guidance for uniform change

The OCP uniform has an optional wear date of 1 October 2018 and a mandatory wear date of 1 April 2021. Please ensure you wear the uniform in accordance with AFI 36-2903. Below is a graphic to help ensure accurate wear of the OCP. Here’s some ground rules for proper uniform appearance: -The OCP Name