WW2 Canadian RCN WRCNS Womens Skirt 26″ Waist

This item is an original World War II Canadian Women’s Royal Canadian Naval Service (WRCNS) skirt, commonly referred to as “Wrens,” representing women who served in the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) during the conflict. The skirt has a 26-inch waist and is made from the dark navy blue wool typical of period naval uniforms. Such garments formed part of the standard-issue attire supplied to WRCNS personnel, who fulfilled non-combat roles supporting naval operations at home and abroad. Features typically include a high waist, button or hook fastenings, and precise tailoring for formal military presentation. This skirt exemplifies the uniform components worn by Canadian servicewomen between 1942 and 1946, when the WRCNS played a significant role in Canada’s wartime naval efforts. Its construction and design reflect the official military specifications and standards of the era. Examples like this are valued for their historical connection to women’s military service during the Second World War.