Explore uniforms in the public sector, including police, military and government roles. Discover how clothing reflects authority, identity and function in these professions.
Police officers in Suriname have received a new uniform. It is the first time in thirty years that they have been given new equipment. And it was badly needed. In this article, I’ll explain why the old uniform … read article
Marine Corps uniform rules cover 263 pages, making them difficult to navigate. To make the regulations easier to access, the U.S. Marine Corps has launched an app that allows users to quickly find the correct uniform requirements anywhere … read article
The Danish military uniform is being renewed once again. With this decision, Denmark is moving away from part of the joint Nordic Combat Uniform project developed together with Finland, Norway and Sweden. Why has the country chosen another … read article
The United Nations (UN) collaborated with the Swedish School of Textiles, part of the University of Borås, for its new uniforms. Students designed a collection of sustainable uniforms that will be worn by UN tour guides. Accessories are … read article
A new uniform is never just about comfort. Culture, image, identity and sometimes even politics all play an important role. The controversy surrounding the new Belgian police uniforms shows this clearly. Time and again, criticism has emerged about … read article
Every now and then, a news story appears about someone wearing a nazi uniform. It almost always leads to outrage and public debate. But is wearing a nazi uniform actually illegal? Or simply offensive? In this article, I … read article
The Netherlands Fractal Pattern will soon become the new camouflage of the Dutch military. From 2026 onwards, Dutch military personnel will receive their new combat clothing. The Royal Netherlands Navy, Army, Air Force, Marine Corps and the Royal … read article
Digital camouflage has become increasingly popular in recent years. More and more countries are replacing traditional blotched patterns with pixel-based designs created by computer. The general belief is that this approach works better for soldiers. Yet the South … read article
Police uniforms in the UK and Scotland: health risks, poor fit and infections made headlines worldwide last year. British officers complained about crushed testicles, infections, and other physical discomfort. An official investigation has since been carried out into … read article
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The Federal Police will test the new Belgian uniforms over the coming months in 13 police zones. But the rollout still faces some challenges, since the new gear hasn’t yet received … read article