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21st March 16, 07:48 PM
#1
 Opinions, please
Seeing that a white dinner jacket is the Saxon equivalent of a tuxedo (evening wear) for Caribbean, what do you think of a white Prince Charlie for a Caribbean cruise? White waistcoat and black tie, of course. Considering it, but curious what the community might think.
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22nd March 16, 04:06 AM
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A wee bit of contemporary context: When was the last time you saw somebody in a similar or comparable situation wearing a white dinner jacket? Not the current vogue.
Rev'd Father Bill White: Mostly retired Parish Priest & former Elementary Headmaster. Lover of God, dogs, most people, joy, tradition, humour & clarity. Legion Padre, theologian, teacher, philosopher, linguist, encourager of hearts & souls & a firm believer in dignity, decency, & duty. A proud Canadian Sinclair with solid Welsh and other heritage.
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22nd March 16, 05:08 AM
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 Originally Posted by Father Bill
A wee bit of contemporary context: When was the last time you saw somebody in a similar or comparable situation wearing a white dinner jacket? Not the current vogue.
The white mess jacket is still worn in the tropics by some military forces. Mine is short enough to wear with a kilt but I have not worn it with one. A quick Google search reveals a few images of white jackets and kilts. Rare, but still in the inventory.
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22nd March 16, 05:11 AM
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Originally Posted by Dileasgubas
The white mess jacket is still worn in the tropics by some military forces. Mine is short enough to wear with a kilt but I have not worn it with one. A quick Google search reveals a few images of white jackets and kilts. Rare, but still in the inventory.
Yes, the military context changes things completely. In a civilian context, I think less so.
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22nd March 16, 05:14 AM
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Originally Posted by Father Bill
A wee bit of contemporary context: When was the last time you saw somebody in a similar or comparable situation wearing a white dinner jacket? Not the current vogue.
Living in a fairly warm climate, I frequently see white dinner jackets being worn. A white PC I cannot comment on.
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22nd March 16, 06:05 AM
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Personally I think a white PC, worn when in the tropics, would look very smart. I hope you go for it and then send us pictures.
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22nd March 16, 06:58 AM
#7
Thanks
Thanks for the replies. I am only considering it for tropical (Caribbean) cruises. On Princess Cruises, I see quite a few white dinner jackets. (Civilian, not military mess dress.) That's my usual attire when not in the kilt on formal nights. Just as formal, but just feels more appropriate when in the tropics. (I alternate when there are several nights.)
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22nd March 16, 08:20 AM
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For a cruise, yes, I would agree with white. Not so much in a PC.
Rev'd Father Bill White: Mostly retired Parish Priest & former Elementary Headmaster. Lover of God, dogs, most people, joy, tradition, humour & clarity. Legion Padre, theologian, teacher, philosopher, linguist, encourager of hearts & souls & a firm believer in dignity, decency, & duty. A proud Canadian Sinclair with solid Welsh and other heritage.
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22nd March 16, 08:46 AM
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Originally Posted by Father Bill
A wee bit of contemporary context: When was the last time you saw somebody in a similar or comparable situation wearing a white dinner jacket? Not the current vogue.
A very good question that I must use myself from time to time. That said, if the OP has the confidence to wear it and the occasion has that particular level of formality ... fair play.
Regards,
Jonathan
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22nd March 16, 07:01 PM
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What tartan / color kilt would you be wearing ?
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