I agree the company needs to overhaul the uniforms if for no other reason than marketing of the airline. Think about it, when PanAm was going stong, they had a uniform that stood out with the white caps and made people take notice. People were in utter awe of a PanAm captain in full uniform. The same goes for the military. There is nothing sharper than the dress whites of a US Naval Officer. Something sharp and original needs to be put out. At the same time, anyone affiliated with US wearing a uniform representing the company must be taken to task for being improperly dressed or groomed while in uniform. Delusions of Excellence was well intentioned but really a joke to all involved.
This goes double for contract Express carriers. Many, through no fault of their own are put on the job without having proper access to the right uniform. CCY needs to chew some @ss in PHX, IND and the like when these carriers drop the ball, there must be financial consequences if they do not, since money is the only language these folks have in common. Mainline employees must set the standard, however. If the uniform sucks, send it back, and complain, complain, and complain to management. But keep your good uniforms in shape as best you can, keep yourselfs well groomed, and keep your pride.