Canadian RCN Navy WREN Women’s Service Dress Jacket

The Canadian RCN Navy WREN Women’s Service Dress Jacket is a uniform piece worn by female personnel serving in the Women’s Royal Canadian Naval Service (WREN) during the mid-20th century. The jacket is tailored from navy blue wool fabric, featuring a notched lapel collar, two breast pockets with button flaps, and brass Royal Canadian Navy buttons. The design reflects wartime uniform regulations for women and was intended for formal or duty wear within naval installations. The jacket often displays insignia denoting rank or branch, sewn onto shoulder straps and sleeves as per issued standards. This item represents the integration of women into the Canadian naval forces during and after the Second World War, reflecting both operational requirements and evolving uniforms. The piece is of interest for military historians and collectors specializing in Canadian or women’s service uniforms. Condition and presence of original insignia may vary, corresponding with its use and era.