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Girl Scouts may choose to wear uniforms at meetings or Girl Scout events to:
- make them easily identifiable to each other and to the public
- foster a feeling of unity among members, and
- reinforce the sense of belonging to the Girl Scout Movement.
A Girl Scout is proud to wear her uniform because it symbolizes the high ideals for which Girl Scouting stands.
Changing with the Times
From the first uniform in 1912, consisting of dark blue blouses and skirts with light blue sateen ties, black felt campaign hats, and black shoes and stockings, to today's uniform options of khaki cargo pants and casual sweatshirts and T-shirts, the Girl Scout uniform has evolved with the times.
Understanding the needs and activities of girls, Girl Scouts of the USA has continually offered new styles, based in part on supply—the fabrics and findings that are readily available; on demand—the request from the girls and adults who wear the uniform; and on fashion—as fashion changes constantly, so does the Girl Scout uniform.
Uniforms
Each age-level has a different uniform. Uniforms are not required to become a Girl Scout, but they offer girls a space to proudly display the awards, badges, and other insignia that they work so hard to earn.
Girl Scout badges, patches, awards, and other insignia should be presented, worn, or displayed only after Girl Scouts have completed the requirements outlined in the appropriate program materials.
The GSUSA National Board updated the Girl Scout uniform policy as of October 2008 to reflect the changing needs of our members and transformation of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.
Girl Scouts at each level have one required element (Tunic, Sash or Vest) for the display of official pins and awards which will be required when girls participate in ceremonies or officially represent the Girl Scout Movement.
For girls ages 5 to 14, the unifying look includes wearing a choice of a tunic, vest, sash for displaying official pins and awards, combined with their own solid white shirts and khaki pants or skirts. Girl Scouts in high school can also wear a scarf that unites their look with the sisterhood of Girl Scouts around the world. For adult members the unifying look of the uniform is a Girl Scout official scarf or tie for men, worn with the official membership pins, combined with their own navy blue business attire. . Girl Scouts at the Daisy and Brownie levels will continue to have a full uniform ensemble available.
For details on how to to wear the different uniforms and accessories, please visit the GSUSA web page on the topic.
You can also view a list of all insignia organized by category, or by age-level.
How to wear official Girl Scout Insignia
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