Highland Dress/Uniform Photos - Various

[DavidB80911]

The first thing that comes to mind is that the more things change, the more they stay the same. To add fuel for the rabble to comment on, see how the flashes are positioned on the calf. Some are close to the shin while others are on the side of the calf. Sounds trivial but, with those of us who were military, keeping the "Gig" line straight.
Also, the wearing and shaping of the Balmoral's, some are shaped like a Beret while others look like they are ballanceing a plate on their head. No insult but, the best way I could think of describing it.
Comments????

[ThistleDown]

The first thing that comes to mind is that the more things change, the more they stay the same. To add fuel for the rabble to comment on, see how the flashes are positioned on the calf. Some are close to the shin while others are on the side of the calf. Sounds trivial but, with those of us who were military, keeping the "Gig" line straight.
Also, the wearing and shaping of the Balmoral's, some are shaped like a Beret while others look like they are ballanceing a plate on their head. No insult but, the best way I could think of describing it.
Comments????

Flashes were originally tied garters, David, so if it is most comfortable for the wearer to contort and tie them left and right, then good for him; when he's older that will change . Most of us tie them a bit forward of that and sometimes fairly close to the shin. No rule in TCHD except don't tie them on the inside.

I wouldn't pay too much attention to how the Balmorals are worn in these pics because they all have some age on them. About the only time you will see Balmorals worn in the Highlands today is when there's a parade and the wearers are in it, or if the occasion calls for them to show their one, two or three feathers and it's not good to stick them in the ear.