The Tradition of Party Shirts

The Air Force Ball is a formal event where members of the United States Air Force come together to celebrate and honor the service of their fellow airmen. It is a night filled with tradition and ceremony, and everyone is dressed in their formal military uniforms.

But as the evening progresses and the formalities come to an end, there is one tradition that always steals the show: the reveal of custom-made sleeves.

As the airmen shed their military jackets, they reveal sleeves that are vibrant, colorful, and unique to each individual. These custom-made sleeves are a way for the airmen to show off their personalities and express themselves in a formal setting.

The sleeves come in a variety of designs and colors, from bold patterns to intricate designs. Some airmen choose sleeves that reflect their interests, such as aviation or nature, while others choose sleeves that express their sense of humor or creativity.

The custom-made sleeves add a fun and playful touch to the evening, breaking up the formal atmosphere and giving the airmen a chance to let their hair down and have a good time. They become a conversation starter, and guests are always impressed by the creativity and individuality of the airmen's sleeves.

The Air Force Ball is a formal event that honors the service of airmen, but the tradition of revealing custom-made sleeves adds a unique and personal touch to the evening. It allows the airmen to express their personalities and have fun in a formal setting, making the ball an even more memorable experience. It's a great way to show off one's creativity and individuality in a military setting.

Many people will wear Party Sleeves at their wedding, when wearing Mess Dress uniform. If not wearing your Mess Dress at your wedding, then we definitely recommend still wearing a party shirt with our Classic button-down style shirts. It's a perfect way to blend in the military tradition to your wedding. 

This gentleman made custom sleeves for him and all his groomsmen. He shows off his Graduation ring and a sleek watch with the F-18 logo on it. A great mix of military tradition brought to his wedding!