Name/Title
WAVES uniformDescription
Navy blue U.S. Navy WAVES uniform. This branch was a U.S. Naval Reserve service for women to serve in non combat roles, freeing up men for sea duty. The acronym is Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service. The blue skirt is unadorned, with side zipper and 2 side pockets. The identical long sleeved blouses are of lighter material, navy blue with 5 blue buttons in front. The jacket is lined, has navy insignias on each side of collar and 4 navy blue eagle insignia buttons down the front.Collection
Found in collectionClothing/Dress/Costume Details
Article of Clothing/Dress/Costume
UniformClothing Sex
FemaleLabel/Inscription/Signature
Type
LabelLocation
Right inner breast pocketTranscription
Made and sold under authority of US Navy
U.S. Women’S Naval ReserveLanguage
EnglishCondition
Overall Condition
ExcellentCreate Date
August 8, 2025Update Date
September 11, 2025
