Weathered Tartan: Only day wear, or formal wear, too?

[Phil]

I have always taken the view that the kilt is a very versatile garment, and that is what makes it so useful. You can wear it fairly casually during the day and then dress the same one up with a formal jacket for the evening. You couldn't do that with a dinner suit/tuxedo could you? If you like the tartan go ahead and wear it as you like.

[KFCarter]

I have always taken the view that the kilt is a very versatile garment, and that is what makes it so useful. You can wear it fairly casually during the day and then dress the same one up with a formal jacket for the evening. You couldn't do that with a dinner suit/tuxedo could you? If you like the tartan go ahead and wear it as you like.

I agree... the kilts versatility is why investing in a well made tank is, IMHO, a "thrifty" choice. A quality kilt can be the basis of many different outfits... and your tartan is no exception.

The devil is always in the details; if your formal jacket, waistcoat, hose, sporran and shoes are well coordinated, then you're going to look great. If you go the standard route, PC, etc, then that will mean black. But Ted's suggestion of a doublet in a color other than black is a really interesting one and could look great, too.