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March 21, 2023
Air Force releases 102nd Uniform Board results for Airmen, Guardians

The Chief of Staff of the Air Force approved several initiatives submitted to the November 2022 Air Force Uniform Board for implementation in Department of the Air Force Instruction 36-2903, Dress and Personal Appearance of United States Air Force and United States Space Force Personnel. Authorized
May 26, 2022
Air Force announces new mustache policy, sister service and joint unit patch update

DAF announces dress and appearance policy updates.
June 11, 2021
Air Force readdresses women’s hair standard after feedback

The change addresses feedback received since the previous guidance was originally published. Specifically, women voiced concerns over difficulty related to securing hair in a manner that does not extend beyond the head.
April 2, 2021
Air Force rolls out dress and appearance updates

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio - The Air Force recently updated numerous dress and appearance changes within Air Force Instruction 36-2903.As of March 15, updates include: 7.3.2 Eyeglasses/sunglasses — Frames may be a conservative color: black, brown, white, dark blue, gray or transparent
Oct. 1, 2020
Department of the Air Force makes additional updates to dress and appearance regulations

Following the Department of the Air Force’s initial review, a diverse panel of Total Force Airmen completed a second review of Air Force grooming and appearance guidance in order to enhance inclusiveness while maintaining Department of the Air Force professional standards.
Sept. 29, 2020
Department of the Air Force makes additional updates to dress and appearance regulations

Following the Department of the Air Force’s initial review, a diverse panel of Total Force Airmen completed a second review of Air Force grooming and appearance guidance in order to enhance inclusiveness while maintaining Department of the Air Force professional standards.
June 23, 2020
Air Force Surgeon General authorizes 5-year shaving waivers

In a memorandum dated June 18, 2020, Lt. Gen. Dorothy Hogg, Air Force Surgeon General authorized five-year shaving waivers for Air and Space professionals diagnosed with Pseudofolliculitis Barbae, effective immediately.
May 28, 2020
Air Force delays OCP mandatory wear-date

Several uniform changes scheduled to become mandatory for the Operational Camouflage Pattern and Two-Piece Flight Duty Uniform June 1, are delayed to Sept. 1.
April 3, 2020
Air Force releases grooming, fitness guidance during COVID-19

In a message to Airmen March 31, Lt. Gen. Brian T. Kelly, Air Force deputy chief of staff for manpower, personnel and services, explained installation commanders have the authority to adjust standards as needed, while also encouraging Airmen to maintain grooming and fitness standards to the greatest
April 2, 2020
Air Force releases grooming, fitness guidance during COVID-19

In a message to Airmen March 31, Lt. Gen. Brian T. Kelly, Air Force deputy chief of staff for manpower, personnel and services, explained installation commanders have the authority to adjust standards as needed, while also encouraging Airmen to maintain grooming and fitness standards to the greatest