What is the correct way to wear a military beret?

(2) Wear. The beret is worn so that the headband (edge binding) is straight across the forehead, 1 inch above the eyebrows. The flash is positioned over the left eye, and the excess material is draped over to the right ear, extending to at least the top of the ear, and no lower than the middle of the ear.

What crest is worn on the beret?

Enlisted Soldiers wear their Distinctive Unit Insignias, more commonly called unit crests, centered on the beret flash, with the exception of certain Command Sergeant Majors and the Sergeant Major of the Army.

What do the different colors of berets mean?

A maroon beret has been adopted as official headdress by the Airborne forces, a tan beret by the 75th Ranger Regiment, a brown beret by the Security Force Assistance Brigades, and a green beret by the Special Forces.

What should my beret look like?

Certain regiments like the Paras, shape their berets differently to the rest of the Army and wear their cap badge much further round to the left-hand side. But generally, a beret should be worn with the cap badge about an inch above the left eye.

How do you shape a beret in the Army?

Shape Your Beret Adjust it to proper fit. Pull the cardboard stiffener so it is centered over your left eye and smooth the material over your head. Fold the extra material over to the right forward side of your head, pulling it down towards your right ear. It should just touch your ear or go just below that.

Do you take your beret off inside?

Women have always been able to wear hats inside and even in restaurants. It is men who are supposed to remove hats inside but even that rule has been relaxed except in church and more formal situations, though “hat” hats and caps, rather than berets, are still more properly removed by men when indoors. 2.

How can I make my beret look good?

Shape Your Beret Dunk your beret in warm water—do not use hot or boiling water, as this can cause the wool to shrink. Once your beret is damp and pliable (if it is dripping wet, gently wring out excess water), place the damp beret on your head. Adjust it to proper fit.