Buddy of mine and I are gearing up for prom

[Nick the DSM]

Looking back at my original post, I realize I left something out.

I, personally, think the idea needs to be rethought because the kilt is not an authorized Naval uniform. Yes yes, he's in the Jr. Sea Cadets and not the USN. However, I HIGHLY doubt the kilt is part of the Jr. Sea Cadets' uniform either. He is, after all, wearing a uniform. I think if he's going to wear insignia, ribbons, rank etc, it needs to be as authorized, not a mish-mash simply because he wants to wear the kilt AND his uniform. I would indeed be of the same opinion were he wearing trousers that were not part of the authorized uniform (Dockers, jeans, tartan trews--whatever.) Again, it's the Jr. Sea Cadets and not the USN. But, isn't the whole idea of the cadets to prepare for actual military service? Or, to prepare for actual ROTC etc?

I simply feel it's a costume as it is. Either wear the dress version of the uniform or wear your kilt, but not a pick-and-choose of both.

Respectfully,

well, what I think the guy is trying to do is show that he is a cadet and a kilt wearer, not trying to make his uniform a costume but it seems he wants to wear a kilt with it as well.

[Tattoo Bradley]

well, what I think the guy is trying to do is show that he is a cadet and a kilt wearer, not trying to make his uniform a costume but it seems he wants to wear a kilt with it as well.

I do realize that. However, just because you WANT TO does not mean that you SHOULD. I leave it at that. I'm really not trying to be the jerk. I'm just pointing out the obvious since the Jr. Sea Cadets are a pre-training to the USN.

Enjoy the prom.

[davedove]

I do realize that. However, just because you WANT TO does not mean that you SHOULD. I leave it at that. I'm really not trying to be the jerk. I'm just pointing out the obvious since the Jr. Sea Cadets are a pre-training to the USN.

Enjoy the prom.

I understand Brad's concerns here. I'm sure the Jr. Sea Cadets have regulations on how the uniform, or items of the uniform may be worn. I would look into that before putting together the outfit. One good way to run afoul of senior officers is to show a blatant disregard for the regulations.

[cwr89]

I understand Brad's concerns here. I'm sure the Jr. Sea Cadets have regulations on how the uniform, or items of the uniform may be worn. I would look into that before putting together the outfit. One good way to run afoul of senior officers is to show a blatant disregard for the regulations.

Well, I realize this and so does he, but remember, its not a military function.

[J.B. Simpson]

Well, I realize this and so does he, but remember, its not a military function.

ANY time you wear anything that represents the military IS a military function. When you are in the military ANYTHING you do reflects on the military.

[cwr89]

ANY time you wear anything that represents the military IS a military function. When you are in the military ANYTHING you do reflects on the military.

Apologies, as you can tell I'm not.

~Casey

[J.B. Simpson]

Apologies, as you can tell I'm not.

~Casey

No apologies needed. I understand what you are saying, I was just pointing out a fact that most tend to forget. Any organization is judged by how the members act, even if the member has been out of the organization for years. Watch the headlines and you will see "Ex Police Officer", "Ex Marine", Ex firefighter" etc. used when a former member does something wrong.