Burns Night shirt advice request?

[TenorClef]

Chums, being rather new to Celtic attire can I ask you to look over the three photos and advise if these are acceptable or if there is a traditional way of wearing the Ghillie shirt I have missed. Thanks in advance for your assistance.

[Jock Scot]

It all depends on the event, is it formal? Is it casual? Is it smart(lounge suit), without being formal?

Just so you know, ghillie shirts are a modern idea and are not in any way traditional. That is not to say that there is anything wrong with a ghillie shirt, but care is needed at which event such a shirt is worn. In my view, these shirts are nothing more than a casual item and as such you can almost wear it how you wish at casual events.

[TenorClef]

Then I thought perhaps a Saltire might look better-

[TenorClef]

It all depends on the event, is it formal? Is it casual? Is it smart(lounge suit), without being formal?

Just so you know, ghillie shirts are a modern idea and are not in any way traditional. That is not to say that there is anything wrong with a ghillie shirt, but care is needed at which event such a shirt is worn. In my view, these shirts are nothing more than a casual item and as such you can almost wear it how you wish at casual events.

Ah well thats useful to know thank you, so basically wear it how you like? Just one thing I actually thought Ghillie shirts were a period shirt.....I mean I have heard them referred to as Jacobean Shirts which sounds old. Oh and as to the event, its a very informal Friends and Family meal......not black tie.

[MacRobert's Reply]

Ghillie shirts are a 20th Century invention and quite unlike those actually worn in the 18th Century. They are really rather theatrical. They are not part of traditional Highland dress but may be fine for informal wear at events like a celiedh where keeping cool is important.

[hoosier8]

Ghillie shirts are a 20th Century invention and quite unlike those actually worn in the 18th Century. They are really rather theatrical. They are not part of traditional Highland dress but may be fine for informal wear at events like a celiedh where keeping cool is important.

That is what I have now but plan on sewing a more authentic shirt at the right length.