Tartan flashes?

[PEEDYC]

The "rule" that I have been told of is "Never wear tartan with tartan" The reason given is that different materials cause the same tartans to look different and can spoil the intended look. I for one wear both plain and tartan depending on the occasion

[JSFMACLJR]

The "rule" that I have been told of is "Never wear tartan with tartan" The reason given is that different materials cause the same tartans to look different and can spoil the intended look. I for one wear both plain and tartan depending on the occasion

That really isn't a rule with any "authority." Tartan waistcoats, jackets, plaids, hose are all worn with the kilt. Whether or not you like the look is your own opinion, but it certainly is traditional to wear tartan other than the kilt.

[Paul]

The "rule" that I have been told of is "Never wear tartan with tartan" The reason given is that different materials cause the same tartans to look different and can spoil the intended look. I for one wear both plain and tartan depending on the occasion

Is that a general point?

I think a tartan kilt, tartan waistcoat, tartan flashes with tartan (Argyll) hose can look good together.

[Bugbear]

Is that a general point?

I think a tartan kilt, tartan waistcoat, tartan flashes with tartan (Argyll) hose can look good together.

A tartan doublet would look great with the tartan kilt and argyle or tartan hose: same tartan. I don't know that it would always work with a doublet and solid color hose... and thinking about it the solid color flashes would probably be best with argyle hose.

[kiltedsawyer]

So,................ how many Xmarkers DOES it take to say; "There are no rules, just wear what you like?"

[davidlpope]

So,................ how many Xmarkers DOES it take to say; "There are no rules, just wear what you like?"

My prediction is that you'll get varied opinions on their propriety and will ultimately be heartily encouraged to "wear what you like".

Damn I'm good...

[Paul]

A tartan doublet would look great with the tartan kilt and argyle or tartan hose: same tartan. I don't know that it would always work with a doublet and solid color hose... and thinking about it the solid color flashes would probably be best with argyle hose.

I think that would be the case for most tartans - but obviously they differ.
I wear tartan flashes often with my Argyll-cuffed hose. I would not wear them with my diced hose though.

[slohairt]

Is that a general point?

I think a tartan kilt, tartan waistcoat, tartan flashes with tartan (Argyll) hose can look good together.

Post a pic of tartan garters with Argyle hose! That way we can all judge.