US Space Force reveals new ceremonial look as guardians debut updated uniform
Seven years after it was established, the US Space Force has a new look for ceremonial occasions.
It replaces the modified US Air Force service uniforms that the guardians - the name given to Space Force personnel - had previously worn.
"The public will now be able to immediately recognise us as guardians and key members of America's warfighting capabilities," said Chief Master Sergeant Ross Koehler, the senior enlisted leader for the USSF Honour Guard.
The new design draws colours from the force's service flag, Operational Camouflage Pattern uniform name tape and Class A uniform.
The ceremonial ensemble is completed by a Space Force blue belt, cap and cord worn over the left shoulder.
"Having a dedicated ceremonial uniform ensures that our guardians present a unified, unmistakable presence during high-visibility global missions," said Chief Master Sergeant Koehler.
"The Space Force is honoured to share a history with the Air Force, but our mission to the space domain is concentrated and strategic. It requires further establishing a distinct identity."
Members of the Space Force Honour Guard stepped out in their new dress uniform for the first time at the Freedom 250 Grand Prix in Washington DC.
"We have had a lot of firsts here," said Specialist 3 Amelia Olsen, a member of the USSF Honour Guard.
"But this debut feels extra special because it lays out the foundation for us going forward, and I’m honoured to be a part of this moment in history."
The guidance for the new ceremonial uniform was released in January 2026, and took eight months for the Honour Guard to make finishing touches.
"There have been many adjustments that we have seen on paper over the past several months," Spc 3 Olsen said.
"To be able to see it, wear it and finally be able to show it to the public now feels rewarding."
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