Average Scottish Groom's Wedding Attire

**Oday450** · 27th February 20, 09:47 AM

Hopefully some of our Scottish bretherin can provide information on what is the typical wedding attire for the average person in Scotland. I have seen that the rental shops push Argyle jackets, white hose, etc that are displayed and discussed here in the forum. I've also seen suggestions that tweeds are appropriate for all occasions except black or white tie. So, as a widower who will be remarried in a small wedding in a village on Skye in a few months, I am interested in being respectful and not, to use American terms, being overdressed, I would like to dress as is normal in the area. The MacKay blue tartan is very colorful so I'm considering either a Lomond (navy) blue tweed Braemar jacket and vest or charcoal gray crail jacket and vest instead of a black barathea Argyle. Information, suggestions, and comments are appreciated.

**ThistleDown** · 27th February 20, 10:41 AM

I am certain others will have more, but I have two questions for you: the time of day, and how will your wife-to-be dress?

**Oday450** · 27th February 20, 10:50 AM

Originally Posted by ThistleDown

I am certain others will have more, but I have two questions for you: the time of day, and how will your wife-to-be dress?

The wedding will be at noon and the bride will be in a simple white dress.

**figheadair** · 27th February 20, 11:02 AM

In a small village in Skye quite a few people, especially those of a certain age, would probably be married in a suit rather than a kilt. Personally, and assuming a day-time wedding, I'd opt for tweed. The choice of colour and accessories are very much a personal thing. This was my son's wedding a couple of years ago in Highland Perthshire.

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**JohnnyO** · 27th February 20, 11:17 AM

Living in the Loch Lomond area I've seen many weddings in the local village of Luss and I'd entirely agree with the previous comment and photo of the suitability of Tweed.
Every good wish for the day ... and don't forget to post a couple of photos afterwards for us.

**tpa** · 27th February 20, 12:45 PM

Definitely tweed, day or semi dress sporran and no belt if you are wearing vests (waistcoats in the UK). That said ask your bride which combination she would like you to wear, she is the most important person to please whatever anyone else says is right or wrong.

**Jock Scot** · 28th February 20, 01:53 AM

A couple of fairly usual examples of traditional-----non hire---- kilted day attire(suit equivalent) that I wear in the Highlands to a wedding. The hues of the tie, shirt and hose may well change, depending on how I feel on the day. The groom's attire would be on the same theme.

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**AbernethyCameron** · 28th February 20, 03:55 AM

I think there's a bit of a misconception, generally, around wearing white hose here (in Scotland). I have only ever seen white hose worn by pipers and not any time recently. What you maybe have seen, although also less frequently these days is Ecru (cream) hose, but not white. I actually still like these. The only actually white socks I see now are on forums and tend to be (no offence), on wearers across the Atlantic. For day weddings you'll see alot of grey or charcoal Crail jackets as well as tweed with grey or navy or other solid colour hose, or ancient colours which complement the kilt colours, along with day and semi-dress sporrans. A generally more understated look than you would previously have seen. Having said that you should put together an outfit you (and more importantly your bride

) are happy with.

**Oday450** · 28th February 20, 05:40 AM

Gentlemen, thank you all for the information. It all reinforces my first thought that tweed was most appropriate and helps to finalize the plan. I’ve already laid out the suggested items for my betrothed and the only item still in debate is blue or gray tweed jacket. Your input is most appreciated. Look for a photo in early June.

**revdpatience** · 28th February 20, 08:39 AM

I'd say go with blue if it's all the same to your bride.

After all, why miss the opportunity to be a little bit of a Scottish peacock?

Either way, blessings to you both. May your home ever be a haven of blessings and of peace.

Originally Posted by Oday450

Gentlemen, thank you all for the information. It all reinforces my first thought that tweed was most appropriate and helps to finalize the plan. I’ve already laid out the suggested items for my betrothed and the only item still in debate is blue or gray tweed jacket. Your input is most appreciated. Look for a photo in early June.