Post by Vice Admiral Brian Donaldson on Jul 22, 2010 16:49:40 GMT -5
Jul 22, 2010 14:40:49 GMT -5 @phantom5040 said:
I like the idea of having another uniform to wear (besides the dress whites, of course). Though I personally think that, if we're gonna add uniforms, we should at least add a practical "Working" uniform.One thing I've always questioned about Star Trek was why they always wore their semi-dress uniforms, say, on away missions, for example. It's like the US Navy operating in NSUs and without any combat gear aside from a pistol, if that; it just doesn't really make sense. I know we have a "Combat Uniform" (which I've only ever seen a certain chief wear), but that's not really the same thing, though it's not too far off. My point is that I think we should have some kind of a Working uniform, mainly for when the regular fleet uniform(s) are simply impractical.
The working uniform would be another alternate for daily duties, especially for those in engineering, maintenance, security, medical, etc... when possible uniform damage is a daily 'hazard' and not uncommon, due to their jobs. The uniform could also be the required uniform for hazardous missions, assignments, operations, etc... such as any mission in which danger to the ship and/or crew is highly probable or inevitable, though this would be up to the ship's Captain, or a mission's CO, if they're not the same.
However, similar to the Navy's NWUs, the Working uniform would not be authorized for formal or even semi-formal occasions, such as meetings, unless necessary.
The Working uniform would (obviously) be made out of very sturdy material. I'm thinking it would be worn relatively tight (bad things can happen to loose clothing in dangerous situations ), pant legs tucked into boots (or at least bloused), and with minimal differences between everyone's uniform (the differences being insignia, of course, and probably something showing the wearer's branch/division/whatever (tactical, medical. etc...)). I can draw up some examples, if you like, but I think you understand what I'm saying.
Again, these are just my thoughts.
Gill, has a great idea there. An i think we should add it to our Fleet's wardrobe. I was messing around with the Tailor and came up with 3 different versions... i cant pick which one i like best so lets see what you guys think. Now, keep in mind... if people like the idea, we will only be using one of these within the fleet.
Also, keep in mind that all Starfleet Uniforms are designed to allow the wearer to fulfil the multiple tasks such as scientific research, combat, and in extreme conditions, and still allow them some feeling of comfort. Utilities are not really needed, then. ICly anyway
Background info for canon Startrek Utility Uniform:
Starfleet Utility Uniform (2373)
As with the previous generation of Starfleet uniforms, a plain, operations mustard-colored jumpsuit used by technicians and utility workers was available as late as 2379. (Star Trek Nemesis)
This jumpsuit also seemed to be available for visitors in need of wardrobe as evidenced by the crew of the USS Enterprise-E dressing the newfound android B-4 in such a uniform.
Clearly intended to evoke memories of Data's other twin "brother" Lore and his mustard-colored jumpsuit, this new uniform bore a striking resemblance to those uniforms worn by Earth Starfleet officers in the 22nd century. Indeed, the basic components are the same, dyed a distinct mustard color (rather than blue) and adorned with more "futuristic" closures.
A similar utility jumpsuit would also be used in Star Trek: Enterprise, gray and appearing on visiting characters in "Similitude" and "Cold Station 12".
Fleet Daedalus Omega's Utility Uniform:
(Version 2 will have Division spacific colored shoulders)