Thank you for your service. We are proud to say we have served thousands of our nations finest over the years from their Mess Jackets, to Patches, to general alterations matching military standards. We are exceptionally proud to have helped service members look their best at the 2016 Medal of Honor Convention In Minneapolis, MN. Having the proper fit will keep you looking your best for years. We not only serve all branches of the United States Armed Forces but also Police, Fire, and Medical Responders. Please click the different uniformed services of the United States below to see what we are able to do for you:

• United States Army Tailor
• United States Marine Corps Tailor
• United States Navy Tailor
• United States Air Force Tailor
• United States Coast Guard Tailor
• United States Space Force 
• United States Public Health Service Commissioned Officer Corps (No page)
• National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Commissioned Officer Corps (No Page)

Formal Military Events:

1. US Military Balls (e.g., Army Ball, Marine Corps Ball):
   • Dress uniforms (e.g., Army Service Uniform, Dress Blues, Mess Dress) are required for these formal social events that celebrate military heritage and camaraderie.
2. US Military Dining-In/Dining-Out:
   • These are formal dinners or banquets held by military units. The Mess Dress or Service Uniform is usually worn. Dining-In is for military personnel only, while Dining-Out includes guests.
3. US Military Change of Command Ceremonies:
   • Dress uniforms such as the ASU or Dress Blues are typically worn during these formal events to signify leadership transitions.
4. Military Funerals:
   • Soldiers are required to wear their ASU or equivalent dress uniform when attending or participating in military funeral honors.
5. US Military Promotion or Commissioning Ceremonies:
   • Soldiers wear the ASU or Dress Uniform during these formal promotion events, especially when they involve pinning of new ranks.
6. US Military Retirement Ceremonies:
   • Service members usually wear their ASU or Dress Blues for retirement events honoring their career service.
7. US Military Award or Medal Ceremonies:
   • When receiving or presenting military awards, the ASU or equivalent formal uniform is typically worn.
8. Military Weddings:
   • For military weddings, service members often wear their Dress Uniforms, especially if they are the bride or groom, or part of the wedding party.
9. US Military Branch-Specific Anniversary Celebrations:
   • Similar to military balls, these are events celebrating the founding of military branches, and formal dress uniforms are required.

Ceremonial and Official Events:

1. US MilitaryGraduation Ceremonies (e.g., BLC, ALC, WOCS, OCS):
   • Soldiers graduating from professional development courses are required to wear their ASU or Dress Uniform.
2. US Military Parades:
   • For military parades, the ASU or a dress uniform is typically worn.
3. US Military Reenlistment Ceremonies:
   • The Service Uniform (ASU) is often worn during reenlistment ceremonies.
4. US Military Official Army Ceremonies (e.g., promotions, awards, changes of responsibility):
   • Any formal military event hosted by a unit often requires the Service Uniform (ASU) or equivalent.
5. US Military Memorial Services:
   • Service members attending or participating in a memorial service for fallen comrades are required to wear their Dress Uniform (ASU).
6. US Military Army-Navy Game or other military sports rivalries:
   • While this isn’t a requirement, service members often attend in their Service Uniforms.
7. US Military Flag Ceremonies or Flag Retirement Ceremonies:
   • Service uniforms, like the ASU, are worn during formal flag ceremonies.
8. US Military Change of Responsibility Ceremonies:
   • These ceremonies honor the transfer of senior enlisted leadership responsibilities, and formal uniforms are required.

US Military Education: Read about the changes to the ASUs over to the AGSUs below. 

• Basic Leader Course (BLC): Soldiers wear their Army Combat Uniform (ACU) or Service Uniform (ASU) for day-to-day training, but for graduation, the ASU is typically required.
• Advanced Leader Course (ALC): The ACU is worn during training, but the ASU is required for graduation and any formal ceremonies.
• Senior Leader Course (SLC): ACU is the standard uniform during training, while the ASU is worn for formal events like graduation.
• Warrant Officer Candidate School (WOCS): The ACU is worn throughout training, but for formal events, such as graduation, candidates are required to wear their ASU.
• Officer Candidate School (OCS): The ACU is used during training

AGSU: 

The U.S. Army’s transition to the Army Green Service Uniform (AGSU), commonly referred to as the “Pinks and Greens,” is a modernization of a classic uniform from World War II. Here’s an overview of the transition and the significance of this uniform:

Background of the Pinks and Greens:

• The original “Pinks and Greens” were the standard Army officer’s uniforms during the 1930s and 1940s. The uniform was characterized by:
  • A dark olive-drab (green) jacket.
  • Light-shade khaki trousers with a slight pinkish tint, leading to the nickname “Pinks and Greens.”
  • It became an iconic look for the U.S. Army during WWII, symbolizing victory and honor.

Reintroduction and Transition to the AGSU:

• In 2018, the U.S. Army officially announced the return of the “Pinks and Greens” in a modernized form, now called the Army Green Service Uniform (AGSU). This move was part of an effort to reconnect with the Army’s heritage and bring back a historically significant uniform for the modern era.
• The uniform aims to enhance professionalism, pride, and esprit de corps among soldiers, while also paying homage to the “Greatest Generation” who served during World War II.

Timeline of the Transition:

1. 2018 Announcement and Initial Rollout:

The Army officially introduced the AGSU for senior leadership in 2018, beginning the process of making the uniform available to all soldiers.

1. 2020 Fielding to New Soldiers:
   • In 2020, the AGSU became the standard-issue uniform for new recruits. Soldiers attending Basic Combat Training (BCT) started receiving the uniform, marking the beginning of the widespread transition.
2. Optional Wear and Gradual Adoption:
   • Between 2020 and 2027, soldiers had the option to wear either the AGSU or the Army Service Uniform (ASU) (the blue uniform that had been standard since 2008) for formal events.
   • However, the AGSU became increasingly popular and encouraged, particularly for formal and day-to-day office wear.
3. Mandatory Wear by 2028:
   • The Army has set 2028 as the year by which the AGSU will be the mandatory dress uniform for all soldiers, fully replacing the blue ASU as the Army’s daily service uniform.

Key Features of the AGSU:

• Design: The AGSU closely mirrors the classic WWII design, featuring:
  • A dark olive jacket.
  • Taupe-colored trousers or skirt (for female soldiers).
  • Brown leather accessories, including shoes, belts, and gloves.
  • Garrison cap or an optional service cap (which resembles the traditional “crush cap” worn in WWII).
• Variants:
  • There are versions for male and female soldiers, with optional skirts and pumps for female personnel.
  • There is also an option for a long-sleeve shirt and tie, which can be worn without the jacket for a more casual office appearance.

Purpose of the AGSU:

• Heritage and Morale: The reintroduction of the AGSU was motivated by the desire to rekindle the Army’s connection to its historical roots, emphasizing the heroism of the soldiers who wore the original Pinks and Greens during WWII.
• Professionalism: The Army hopes the AGSU will project a sharper, more professional image, distinguishing soldiers during formal and ceremonial events.
• Versatility: Like the ASU, the AGSU will be used for both formal and semi-formal settings, including daily office wear, promotion ceremonies, and other professional appearances.

Impact on Soldiers:

• Soldiers appreciate the sense of pride and heritage tied to the AGSU, and many prefer the look over the more recent blue ASU, which was criticized for being too similar to the dress uniforms of other services.
• The brown leather accessories and distinct design of the AGSU set it apart as a uniquely Army uniform, enhancing identity.

The transition to the AGSU symbolizes a blending of tradition and modern military professionalism, ensuring that today’s soldiers continue to honor the legacy of those who served before them while maintaining a strong and unified appearance in service.

*This information has been updated and revised multiple times since Feb. 2021. For latest information please check with your unit, Federal uniform regulations for any additional update/s and questions.

Some common alterations we perform:

• Sleeve hems : Proper length is one inch below the wrist bone
• Trouser/ slack hems: Touching top of shoe, may have a break
• Skirt Hem: Knee high length – No more than 1″ above or 2″ below the center of the knee
• Full Length skirt hems: Touch the top of pumps, wear pumps for best measurements
• Army Officer coats: Sleeve Braids/ shoulder straps
• Army Enlisted coats: Army Soutache, Hash marks, Army Chevrons
• Officer Coats
• Enlisted Coats
• Army Mess Jackets: Rank patches
• Take in and let out of pants
• Changing Satin Lapel
• Lower Collar
• Shorten or lengthen coat (only lengthen to allowable seam)
• Sew Ranks
• Deepen Armholes
• Let out or take in sides of jackets
• Finish sleeves enlisted
• Braid sleeves officer
• Move Buttons
• Take in waist
• Taper sides
• braid trousers with hem
• Taper legs with 2 / 4 seams
• Hem slacks
• Nylon/ bullion cuffs

*This is only a small list of what we are able to do, please let us know if you think of something else.

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