celtic confederate jackets worm with kilts

[Slag101]

If you're talking about a Civil War era shelljacket, it's short-waisted enough that there's probably nothing special you need to do, unless you're trying to be historically "period correct" with it. If that's the case then almost everything else has to change to "properly" go with the jacket, from shirt and shoes to the kilt itself: In the mid-1860s the kilt was likely still box-pleated, as knife pleats were just beginning to be accepted as an alternative.

So, if you can, try to be a bit more specific regarding what you're trying to accomplish.

If your trying to be historically accurate, don't wear a kilt.

If you want to wear the kilt, the shell jacket/round about style will work fine, as it is short enough.

[BoldHighlander]

If your trying to be historically accurate, don't wear a kilt.

If you want to wear the kilt, the shell jacket/round about style will work fine, as it is short enough.

I agree (as well as with BobsYourUncle).

The SCV ball however is a private function, and anything but a living history event (and many more who do wear the CSA uniform at the event, do so with trousers by the way).

'Nuff said, otherwise I'm just....

[GaRebel211]

I agree with the statements that in order to be "historically accurate" a Confederate jacket of any type should not be worn whilst kilted. However, just as others have stated there are no set rules on how to display ones heritage. I for one would not mix my kilt with my Confederate uniform, but that is me. I would however find sublte ways to honor both Scottish and Confederate heritage.(SCV badge,Family crest pin, etc) I adhere to a strict policy on my Confederate uniform, because lets be honest, more questions follow a person who is dressed head to toe in a "historically accurate" Confederate uniform. I have attended many living history events where people will ask you the in's and out's of the uniform and EXPECT you to know what you are portraying. Until I find hard evidence that any division or Confederate force at any point actually wore a kilt, I will remain unmixed in my heritage display. As for wearing the Confederate Memorial Tartan kilt, the most asked question I get asked is where can I get one? Those who are intrested in kilts and in Southern History get the best of both worlds. But again to the OP's original question, There are no set rules, just be advised it's not "historically accurate" and others may call you on it.

Side note- I enjoyed reading everyone's comments on this post, good points made on all sides, It's good to have a lively debate...