First time kilted Comments please

[breacan]

This is the first time donning the kilt with accessories. I will be wearing it in public for the first time this week-end at the highland games in Arlington, Texas.

Please tell me what you think, Don't want to look foolish.








I know the apron needs pressing, that will be done later.

The flashes that you can't see

[McMurdo]

I think it looks pretty good, there are those that say that the shirt is a bit of a costume piece, but I think you pull it off well. I was thinking though that for a highland games the white or nearly white hose you are wearing are just a wee bit formal, not a big deal though, if you have a pair of lovat blue they might go better, I find a good way to go is to match my shirt and my hose it just seems to work and serves to pull any outfit together nicely.

[Panache]

It is a fine kilt outfit, with the colors well coordinated. My only concern is the modern driving cap with the Jacobite blue shirt. I happen to like Jacobite shirts but to my eye the modern driving cap doesn't work with one. I think it will look less costume-like without the clashing styles of hat and shirt. So I would either forgo the hat for a more period bonnet (or simple beret) or forgo the Jacobite shirt for a simpler polo shirt.

Have a great time.

Cheers

Jamie

[Panache]

One last thing that is missing...

...a kiltpin!

I suspect you will have no trouble finding one to your liking at the Games with your new kilt's madien voyage!

Cheers

Jamie

PS: Make sure to have a thick rubberband to stick the pin through on the underside of your kilt apron (a little safety precaution against losing your pin )

[arrogcow]

The only thought I have is that I tend to wear dark shirts with light kilts, and light shirts with dark kilts. My suggestion would be to match the black/navy blue (can't tell which it is in the pic) stripe with your shirt.

Adam

[Shriner]

Breacan,

As long as you are happy, that is all that matters.

John

[GMan]

I agree with what others have said, but I would like to add that when wearing it out, make sure you walk proudly and smile. That seems to get tons of respect that every Kilt wearer deserves!

[turpin]

That's a very nice kilt-Breacan. I tend to agree with the comments above, but if this is your outfit, it's perfectly acceptable and you may find you are better-dressed than many at the games. You might consider a pair of lace-up black oxfords in place of the loafers, unless you have a pair of big silver or brass buckles to go on them.

[mbhandy]

I think you will lose the hat quickly in Dallas and roll up your sleaves but my only thought was pull up your kilt a tad. Other wise you look great.
Oh, Smile

MrBill

[David Dalglish]

I agree with Panache, but you must experiment yourself, &, if you are happy with your outfit, thats all that matters