Review my Attire 3

[davidlpope]

Sandy,

I've always thought that you do a good job of capturing the essence of THCD. I particularly covet your otter sporran!

First a question:
1. Does it not beat up your ties to use a blanket pin through them? It's not a bad look, but I'd be worried that it would cause the silk to pucker/sag/tear, etc.

Next, two minor preferences that I would change:
1. I really prefer cromachs with a crook of ram's horn over the black buffalo horn variety. I think it has to do with the subtle swirling/color variations within the horn and the fact that it is more traditional.
2. While I also have worn my kilts without a belt, I find that the belt does a nice job of completing the outfit. I have a McRostie belt in brown that I quite like. Nothing wrong with not wearing one, but I think that it makes for a more finished look when not wearing a waistcoat.

Cordially,

David

[JSFMACLJR]

Sandy,

I've always thought that you do a good job of capturing the essence of THCD. I particularly covet your otter sporran!

First a question:
1. Does it not beat up your ties to use a blanket pin through them? It's not a bad look, but I'd be worried that it would cause the silk to pucker/sag/tear, etc.

Next, two minor preferences that I would change:
1. I really prefer cromachs with a crook of ram's horn over the black buffalo horn variety. I think it has to do with the subtle swirling/color variations within the horn and the fact that it is more traditional.
2. While I also have worn my kilts without a belt, I find that the belt does a nice job of completing the outfit. I have a McRostie belt in brown that I quite like. Nothing wrong with not wearing one, but I think that it makes for a more finished look when not wearing a waistcoat.

Cordially,

David

Hi David,
Good question and comments! The pin really does very little damage to my ties, albeit I do own several that I would not subject to that treatment. The secret is to make sure the point is sharp.

You know, I always thought the same about cromachs until I purchased the one shown. It really is well-made ( by a chap on Mull ). I just took a look at it a moment ago and did notice that the ferrule is missing, so I'll need to attend to that before too long. I like the rams' horns too, and have seen some beauties.

I've never been a belt man with the kilt. Nothing against them; I just prefer to go without. I understand your point of view about a more "finished" look when a waistcoat isn't worn, though.