The bear skin hat might be the only uniform item cooler than the dress blues. Today, "The President's Own" United States Marine Band is performing in their 55th inauguration. The Marine Band is the only musical unit to perform in all three components of the inauguration and have supported every ceremony since Thomas Jefferson took office in 1801. | U.S. Marine Corps

Starting today, female Marines have the option to wear their hair in locks or twists. The Marine Corps is the first branch of service to allow locks. See More: http://go.usa.gov/cKPNf The Commandant approved the new hairstyles after receiving input from Uniform Board 215. | U.S. Marine Corps

Changes to the Uniform of the Day? The Marine Corps Uniform Board wants your feedback on proposed changes to the Corps' uniform of the day policy and the female dress blue coat. Active duty and reserve Marines can take the survey, which closes Aug. 9, 2015, here: https://www.manpower.usmc.mil/application | U.S. Marine Corps

The Marine Corps Tropical Combat Uniform is a rapid-dry, breathable uniform that can sustain for prolonged periods in hot, humid and wet environments. It will provide an alternative to the current Marine Corps Combat Utility Uniform and the Marine Corps Combat Boot. Video by Marine Corps Systems Command (MCSC). LEARN MORE: https://go.usa.gov/xvNt8 | Marine Forces Reserve