a.
Soldiers will present a professional image at all times and will continue to set the example in military presence, both on and off duty.
Pride in appearance includes Soldiers’ physical fitness and adherence to acceptable weight standards in accordance with AR 600–9.
Related Guidance — AR 600–9
AR 600–9 establishes the Army Body Composition Program standards and requirements.
Key guidance includes:
- Acceptable weight standards
- Body composition requirements
- Physical fitness expectations
- Compliance and assessment procedures
b.
A vital ingredient of the Army’s strength and military effectiveness is the pride and self-discipline that American Soldiers bring to their Service through a conservative military image.
It is the responsibility of commanders to ensure that military personnel under their command present a neat and soldierly appearance.
Therefore, in the absence of specific procedures or guidelines, commanders must determine a Soldier’s compliance with standards in this regula-tion.
c.
The Army uniform regulations for standards of personal appearance and grooming are as specific as is practica-ble in order to establish the parameters with which Soldiers must comply.
d.
Soldiers may wear religious apparel, articles, or jewelry with the uniform, to include the physical fitness uniform, as authorized by paragraph 3–15 of this regulation.
Related Guidance — paragraph 3–15
Paragraph 3–15 establishes policy regarding religious jewelry, apparel, or articles worn with Army uniforms.
Key guidance includes:
- Authorized religious apparel
- Religious jewelry standards
- Wear of religious articles with Army uniforms
- Physical fitness uniform accommodation guidance
Requests for other religious accommodations related to the wear and appearance of the uniform, personal appearance, and personal grooming practices must be submitted in accord-ance with AR 600–20.
Related Guidance — AR 600–20
AR 600–20 establishes Army Command Policy, including procedures for religious accommodations.
Key guidance includes:
- Religious accommodation request procedures
- Command authority and approval
- Grooming and appearance accommodations
- Wear and appearance accommodation standards
Wear and appearance standards for Soldiers with approved religious accommodations for hi-jabs, beards, and turbans are provided in paragraph 3–16.
Related Guidance — paragraph 3–16
Paragraph 3–16 establishes religious accommodation standards related to uniform wear and grooming.
Key guidance includes:
- Hijab standards
- Beard accommodation standards
- Turban wear guidance
- Appearance and grooming requirements
e.
Portions of this chapter are punitive.
Violation of the specific prohibitions and requirements set forth in this chapter may result in adverse administrative action and/or charges under the provisions of the UCMJ.