Hand Sewn MacNeil of Barra from USA Kilts

[The Barry]

I'm up in the air about these tartans mixing. I like it, then I look again and it looks a bit off. Then I look again and I like it. Then I look again.....

[Jock Scot]

I'm up in the air about these tartans mixing. I like it, then I look again and it looks a bit off. Then I look again and I like it. Then I look again.....

Perhaps you may not have considered the real reason for not mixing tartans-------and that is the offence it can cause. For example, imagine how someone wearing a MacDonald and a Campbell tartan together could cause, sadly even these days, real offence. Now, I am sorry if I have misunderstood what you are saying, but tartans and their clan(pre tartan) connections are far deeper than a fashion statement. Take my advice, if you are going to insist on mixing tartans, of different clans, then study the clan histories really well before doing so. In fact, just don't do it, its not worth the upset.

[Tattoo Bradley]

Perhaps you may not have considered the real reason for not mixing tartans-------and that is the offence it can cause. For example, imagine how someone wearing a MacDonald and a Campbell tartan together could cause, sadly even these days, real offence. Now, I am sorry if I have misunderstood what you are saying, but tartans and their clan(pre tartan) connections are far deeper than a fashion statement. Take my advice, if you are going to insist on mixing tartans, of different clans, then study the clan histories really well before doing so. In fact, just don't do it, its not worth the upset.

I believe he's referring to the two shades of the same tartan as seen in Steve's tie and kilt. Really they're the same tartan... Just a mixing of hues...

[SteveB]

Jock Scot,
Thank you for your perspective. I will endeavor to add a tweed argyll to my wardrobe. I will also obtain some solid colour neckties. I do hope to visit the Highlands one of these days, and would like my kit to be in proper order. I appreciate all the help I can get on this forum.

Mixed tartans:
The tartan that I am wearing is MacNeil of Barra. The kilt and flashes are Ancient, and the tie is the Modern. After looking at the picture a few times, I am inclined to go with Jock Scot, and get a solid colour tie.

The hose and flashes. I have tried turning the hose down further, only to have the flashes bend further out. It has nothing to do with the hose or flashes, but the bulge of my legs. Probably garter ties would be more appropriate, and look better to boot.

[macwilkin]

Mixed tartans:
The tartan that I am wearing is MacNeil of Barra. The kilt and flashes are Ancient, and the tie is the Modern. After looking at the picture a few times, I am inclined to go with JockScot, and get a solid colour tie.

Don't forget that another necktie option would be a club tie; If I remember correctly, you are a member of a genealogical organization -- Mayflower descendants/SAR, etc.? A crested or even striped club tie is always appropriate to wear with Highland day attire.

T.