Aiguilette -

Worn by military attachés representing their country at foreign embassies.

Originally cords and pegs carried by a knight's squire to tether horses. aiguilette

A symbolic representation of the rope carried by a Provost Marshal to hang deserters. Symbolic Meaning & Usage Worn by military attachés representing their country at

Used to hinge breast and back-plates or secure shoulder guards. gold and blue for Navy

Colors often denote the branch (e.g., gold and blue for Navy, gold and red for Army). Etiquette of Wear