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Originally Posted by Shawnesse View Post
Jamie,

I think that the aforementioned piece of clothing is called a "Tam". If I am wrong then please
Otherwise the outfit looks great.
Shawnesse,

I won't ban you, but I will correct you.

I believe that item of headwear would properly be called "Balmoral".

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Jamie
It IS a balmoral. A balmoral is a type of bonnet. A balmoral is more formalized and has some internal construction. A tam is VERY similar, but not structured and usually lacks a cockade and badge. Now the berets that Jamie wears are not a balmoral OR a tam (not sure if they should be included as bonnets-> I'll leave that to the Scots among us), as the structure itself is different.

Coemgen,
My only real recommendation is the addition of SOME sort of medallion, badge, or even a large pin or broach onto the cockade of the bonnet. I think they look better with SOMETHING on that style of cockade (many say that it MUST have something on it).
Also, with a saffron kilt, I'd (personally) go with an all black bonnet/balmoral. The red clashes somewhat with the saffron color. I tend to like red on bonnet with a tartan kilt that has red in it. Now, THAT is just my opinion.

Otherwise, looks good.