UNCLASSIFIED// ROUTINE R 292011Z OCT 20 MID200000294578U FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC BT UNCLAS NAVADMIN 292/20 PASS TO OFFICE CODES: FM CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// MSGID/GENADMIN/CNO WASHINGTON DC/N1/OCT// SUBJ/NAVY UNIFORM POLICY UPDATE// REF/A/DOC/COMNAVPERSCOM/1JAN03// AMPN/REF A IS NAVPERS 15665I, U.S. NAVY UNIFORM REGULATIONS.// RMKS/1. This NAVADMIN announces an update to the Navy uniform policy. Navy uniform policy updates directly support Sailor 2025 objectives to attract and retain the very best Sailors by finding greater flexibility in our policies and practices, including uniforms. Navy uniform policy updates are the result of Fleet feedback, command sponsored requests and direction from Navy leadership. This uniform policy update authorizes optional wear of the cold weather parka (CWP) rank insignia on Navy working uniform Type III (NWU Type III) components. Approval of this policy change is based on the feedback received from the Fleet via the rank insignia wear evaluation, question of the day video responses regarding insignia options and ongoing complaints regarding the limited visibility of the camouflage pattern NWU Type III rank insignia. 2. Alternate NWU Type III Rank Insignia. a. Effective immediately, the CWP black slip-on rank insignia is authorized for optional wear on the NWU Type III parka, black fleece liner and shirt for E-4 through O-10 personnel unless otherwise prescribed for tactical operations and training. When tactical operations or training requires complete camouflage wear, the NWU Type III camouflaged pattern rank insignia will be worn. (1) Description. The insignia consists of solid black fabric with color thread (gold, silver, scarlet) denoting the wearers rank. The back of the insignia is sewn together in the center to form a loop which facilitates placement on the NWU Type III rank tab. (2) Manner of wear. Slide the insignia right side up on the rank tab of the NWU Type III parka, black fleece liner and shirt rank tab. 3. Questions regarding this NAVADMIN should be addressed to Mr. Robert B. Carroll, Navy Uniform Matters and Emerging Issues Branch (OPNAV N13X), via e-mail at robert.b.carroll(at)navy.mil, CMDCM(SW/AW/IW/EXW) Marisol S. Dumlao, Deputy Head, OPNAV N13X, via e-mail at marisol.dumlao(at)navy.mil or ETC(SW) Ryan P. Cameron, OPNAV N13X, via e-mail at ryan.p.cameron(at)navy.mil. 4. Feedback and recommendations regarding uniform policy, uniform components and uniform availability are welcome and can be provided via MyNavy Portal at https://www.mnp.navy.mil/, select Professional Resources, U.S. Navy Uniforms and *Ask The Chiefs.* Feedback can also be provided via the MyNavy UNIFORMS App. 5. Retain this NAVADMIN until policy changes are incorporated in reference (a), superseded or cancelled, whichever occurs first. 6. Released by Vice Admiral John B. Nowell, Jr, N1.// BT #0001 NNNN UNCLASSIFIED//