Uniforms? --And, where do all of these badges go?

Does my girl scout HAVE to have a uniform?

The short answer is "no."  The long answer is... if your girl scout wants to do more than attend meetings and wants to receive badges that the troop earns together, she WILL need a uniform.  Also, in order to participate in official events or represent Girl Scouts, the blue tunic (or vest) is needed.  HOWEVER, if all your girl scout wishes to do is attend meetings, it isn't necessary.

Here is what the Girl Scout Website says:

"Girl Scout badges, patches, awards, and other insignia should be presented, worn, or displayed only after Girl Scouts have completed the requirements outlined in the appropriate program materials.
The GSUSA National Board updated the Girl Scout uniform policy recently to reflect the changing needs of our members and transformation of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.
Girl Scouts at each level have one required element (Tunic, Sash or Vest) for the display of official pins and awards which will be required when girls participate in ceremonies or officially represent the Girl Scout Movement.
For girls ages 5 to 14, the unifying look includes wearing a choice of a tunic, vest, sash for displaying official pins and awards, combined with their own solid white shirts and khaki pants or skirts. Girl Scouts in high school can also wear a scarf that unites their look with the sisterhood of Girl Scouts around the world. For adult members the unifying look of the uniform is a Girl Scout official scarf or tie for men, worn with the official membership pins, combined with their own navy blue business attire. Girl Scouts at the Daisy and Brownie levels will continue to have a full uniform ensemble available."