Auxiliary uniforms are similar to those worn by Coast Guard officers. Silver braid and silver buttons replace the gold braid and buttons worn by Coast Guard Officer. Auxiliary members may also wear other authorized emblems, insignia(Insignias) and ribbons(Ribbon Checker and Current Ribbons).

 This Powerpoint Presentation give you an overview of wearing an Auxiliary uniform. 

  Some Coast Guard and Auxiliary activities require that Auxiliary members wear a specific uniform when participating.  Uniforms shall be worn as prescribed  in the US Coast Guard Uniform Regulations .  Also the  Coast Guard Uniform and Protocol  and the  Department of Operations uniform regulations webpage  are good guides.

  Auxiliary members should read the Uniform Procurement Guide for policy and information  covering uniforms, sources of supply, ordering procedures, size charts and who to contact for assistance.

    New members may want  to go to a  local division materials store to get the correct uniform size and get all the correct accessories(patches, name tag, etc.). The local Materials store for Division 15 is 1425-P East Lincoln Ave, Anaheim Ca 92805 ph: 714 758-9001.  This is a good resource for all members who require uniform assistance and supplies quickly.

   Members can go to the District 11  Materials Store to view the material store stock and to order items on-line.

    A great place to shop on-line is the US Coast Guard Uniform Distribution Center that has the best  selection for Coast Guard uniforms that Auxiliary members wear. Go to the Shop On-line section and set up a login ID. Well worth effort for good service, selection and price.