Denied the right to wear the Kilt

[EagleJCS]

On the idea of a sash, why not a fly plaid and broach?

Some graduation robes/gowns are not purchased by the graduate, just the mortarboard, so nothing can be attached/pinned/stapled or otherwise affixed to the robe itself. Some schools won't allow anything extra beyond the 'approved' Honor Society or other such distinguishing additaments. (My high school wouldn't).

A stole (described by the OP as a sash), if permitted, is probably the best solution in this case. I would suggest a chain pinned to both sides (reminiscent of a watch chain and waiscoat) to keep the stole 'under control' if necessary.

[macwilkin]

On the idea of a sash, why not a fly plaid and broach?

Good heavens, NO!

Some graduation robes/gowns are not purchased by the graduate, just the mortarboard, so nothing can be attached/pinned/stapled or otherwise affixed to the robe itself. Some schools won't allow anything extra beyond the 'approved' Honor Society or other such distinguishing additaments. (My high school wouldn't).

A stole (described by the OP as a sash), if permitted, is probably the best solution in this case. I would suggest a chain pinned to both sides (reminiscent of a watch chain and waiscoat) to keep the stole 'under control' if necessary.

As a traditionalist, I'm not big on this whole stole idea. If it's not academic regalia, then don't wear it with items that are. Save the Highland attire for the reception/party after commencement.

T.

[Bugbear]

Some graduation robes/gowns are not purchased by the graduate, just the mortarboard, so nothing can be attached/pinned/stapled or otherwise affixed to the robe itself. Some schools won't allow anything extra beyond the 'approved' Honor Society or other such distinguishing additaments. (My high school wouldn't).

A stole (described by the OP as a sash), if permitted, is probably the best solution in this case. I would suggest a chain pinned to both sides (reminiscent of a watch chain and waiscoat) to keep the stole 'under control' if necessary.

I am only commenting on the issue of not being able to pin something to a garment, and not whether it should or should not be worn etc.

The thought of using a magnet to hold something down, perhaps attached to a broach, popped into my mind.


Then I thought of Nighthawk getting things stuck to his plaid broach during a wedding, and that made me laugh.