Inaugurated on 6^th April 1979, the maroon cap-badge backing with its gold border and 2 bold blue diagonal stripes are the elite symbol for the Guards. It is worn with the SAF cap badge on the beret of every soldier in 7 SIB.

The maroon base symbolises valour, courage, confidence, aggression, the will to endeavour and the Guards' Esprit-de-Corps.

The golden yellow border represents the desire for excellence in training and in overall achievement. It reminds the wearer to place the expectations and demands of the nation before self.

The diagonal stripes signify loyalty to the SAF as well as integrity and dedication expected of the selected few who wear the badge.

On 31^st July 1980, the men of 7 SIB were presented with Stable Belts, an elite symbol the men deservedly earned for their excellence in training, performance, discipline, conduct and bearing. The Stable Belt was to be worn with the old Temasek Green uniform. With the introduction of the new uniforms, the Stable Belt is no longer in use.

Inaugurated on 23^rd June 1989. It is awarded to those who pass the following courses:

The Khaki Beret was presented to the Guards Formation on 9^th June 1994 in recognition of the Guards' elite status. While the infantry green beret was worn with the Cap Badge Backing previously, all Guards vocationalists have since donned their distinctive Guards Khaki Beret with a deep sense of pride.