Dress Code & Etiquette

Evening Dress Uniform (Officers & SNCOs)

1. Officers wear Evening Dress “A” for “white tie” events and “B” for “black tie” events.
2. SNCOs may optionally wear the SNCO Evening Dress uniform instead of the Blue Dress uniform for formal events.

Blue Dress Uniform (All Ranks)

• Blue Dress “A”: Worn for formal and semi-formal social functions, including the Birthday Ball, with medals displayed.
• Blue Dress “B”: Worn with ribbons instead of medals and may be authorized for less formal settings.

Blue-White Dress Uniform (SNCOs & Officers)

• Worn for formal and semi-formal events in the summer season.
• Blue coat with white trousers/skirt/slacks.
• Medals (“A”) or ribbons (“B”) depending on the level of formality.

Optional Female SNCO & Officer Accessories

• Black evening dress skirt (short or long).
• Scarlet cummerbund.
• Miniature medals, white gloves (carried or worn).
• Black clutch purse and dress shoes.

Jewelry and Grooming Standards

• Earrings for female Marines: Small gold, pearl, or diamond studs (max 6mm).
• Grooming and appearance must align with Marine Corps standards.

Prohibited Uniforms

• Utility uniforms (combat/working uniforms).
• Physical training (PT) uniforms.
• Any variation that does not adhere to the Marine Corps regulations for formal events.