These WAAF Women’s Blue Wool Battle Dress Slacks are a high-quality reproduction of the original battledress trousers worn by female members of the Women’s Auxiliary Air Force (WAAF) during World War II.
Made from heavy blue wool, they feature a high waist, straight legs, and side pockets in accordance with the original pattern. The waistband is cotton lined and fitted with button fastening, just like the wartime issue slacks.
Authentic and comfortable, these reproduction slacks are perfect for re-enactors, collectors, and museums completing a full WAAF uniform.
Historische Context
The Women’s Auxiliary Air Force (WAAF) was established in 1939 and played a vital role within the RAF during WW2, serving as radar operators, mechanics, clerks, and in many other support functions. The blue wool battledress uniform gave the WAAF members a clear identity within the armed forces. The slacks were part of the standard uniform and stand as a symbol of women’s essential contribution to Britain’s war effort.
Specifications
- Material: heavy wool (blue)
- Waist: high rise, cotton lined
- Legs: straight cut
- Closure: button fastening
- Extras: side pockets, WW2 original pattern
- Model: Women’s Auxiliary Air Force (WAAF)
