Analysis, part 5 - Zipper Trim

Another notable characteristic of the DS9/NEM division shirts was the front closure; unlike the VOY undershirts, which closed vertically in the center back, the DS9/NEM division shirts closed vertically in the front, with ⅜" zipper trim on each side of the front center running the full length of the garment (with the exception of Picard - see our "Exceptions and Oddities, part 1").

This ⅜" zipper trim was stylistically consistent with the ⅜" yoke trim and neckline trim on the standard duty jumpsuits, "captain jackets," and "captain vests," as well as the yoke trim on the admiral jackets - excellent design complementation and consistency, in our opinion!

DS9/NEM "Captain Jacket"

DS9/NEM "Captain Vest"

DS9/NEM Duty Jumpsuit

DS9/NEM Admiral Jacket

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