Terran Empire uniform

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Standard issue female duty dress with three-quarter length sleeves and exposed midriff

The uniforms of the Terran Empire differed in a number of ways to those of Starfleet. Generally speaking Terran empire uniforms tend to take on a more militaristic feel. Often uniforms of the Terran Empire tend to bear more extravagant ranks and insignias.

[edit] Overview

Officers and crewmembers wear Starfleet uniforms and rank insignia similar to the counterpart universe Starfleet. The uniforms and ranks, while similar, display some striking differences, such as standard sidearms (phase pistols in the 2150s and phasers from the 2160s onward) and daggers, military decorations, and shoulder braces or sashes.

[edit] Style

Some officers wear a strap connecting to their belt. This strap overlaps the wearer's shoulder. This style is similar to that of the uniforms used in many countries during World War II, most notably the Nazis of Germany.

[edit] Uniform Eras

During the 22nd century, Starfleet uniforms were similar to their counterpart universe's Earth Starfleet. By 2267, the uniforms were similar to those discovered aboard the USS Defiant in 2155, but were altered to allow for some of the exceptions mentioned below. (ENT: "In a Mirror, Darkly, Part II"; TOS: "Mirror, Mirror")

• In 2155, the standard officer uniform was a navy blue jumpsuit with division color (red, aqua or gold) stripes at the shoulders. The insignia of the Terran Empire is worn in a patch on the right shoulder, and an assignment patch based on the posting of the officer is worn on the left shoulder. Decorations and medals are worn on the left breast and shoulder brace. Female uniforms were simpler, with a pants and top combination with the same arrangement of markings, but a bare midriff. Rank insignia were displayed on epaulets.

• In 2267, the standard officer uniform was black trousers with a division color (red, blue or gold) tunic. The insignia of the Terran Empire is worn in the right breast. Decorations and medals are worn on the left breast. Female uniforms were simpler, with a skirt and top combination, but a bare midriff. Rank insignia was displayed as gold braid on female uniform tops and command officer jackets and vests, and sleeve stripes for junior line officers.