Hi all,

Well the Derby got sided-lined due to the fact the tickets sold out in a couple weeks So we are going to save up and have the funding available the day they come up next year.

So in the mean time to check off a couple more bucket list items we are heading to NOLA and will ride in a Mardi Gras parade and go to a couple coronation balls.

The ball is the issue. Talking to them on the phone they made it VERY clear this is black tie,meaning a tux. I said that I've worn my kilt to many a black tie event but want to run it by you folks just to get your opinion. This is going to be high class where the women are required to were long flowing gowns. Picture faux Royal/State party.

I have my tanks in Lamont or a new Dress Gordon 5 yard from USA kilts on it's way. I have this jacket and vest - http://www.usakilts.com/index.php/ki...t-combo-1.html . A nice set of gillies. I will be getting in some non-white hose. I have red garters. A dress belt, plate buckle and a nutria (great for NOLA ) sporran. A black silk bow tie, not a pre-tied one. A dress sgian. Still need a sheath for it. Debating on a fly plaid.

What do you guys think? Make the grade or do I need to rent a tux?

Jim