Army Service Uniform

The Army Green Service Uniform, announced in 2018 and authorized in 2020, is used primarily for daily use in situations where civilians wear business attire, such as office settings or official meetings.

The officers' version had a darker, belted coat that could be worn with trousers of either matching color or a contrasting light taupe, a combination known as "pinks and greens".

The enlisted service coat was unbelted and lighter in shade, and was worn with the issued field uniform trousers.

[4][6] A summer service uniform consisting of a khaki cotton shirt and trousers was also issued to enlisted soldiers.

[4][6] Because of the widespread use of army surplus clothing after World War II, a fresh, distinct uniform was seen as needed.

This grey-green shade was adopted in order to provide a color which had a distinct military appearance from various uniforms of civilian service workers.

[4] A white dress uniform for use in tropical areas, last worn in the early 20th century, was reintroduced, but was rarely used, as it was only required for officers.

[8][9] Possession and use of the blue ASU became mandatory for all soldiers in October 2015,[9] when the green Class A uniform was fully retired.

[12][14] The Army Green Service Uniform includes a dark olive drab four-pocket coat with belted waist, drab trousers, tan shirt, olive tie, and brown leather oxfords for both men and women.

[14][15][11][16] In class B configuration, the service coat is omitted, and the necktie is optional if a short-sleeved shirt is worn.

The trousers/slacks for non-commissioned and commissioned officers include a stripe of gold braid on the outer side of the leg.

[10][18] Combat boots and organizational items, such as brassards, military police accessories, or distinctive unit insignia are not worn when used as ceremonial dress.