John D. Burgess

[davidlpope]

I came across this photo online. Besides being an outstanding piper, the late John D. Burgess had a true flair for traditional highland dress. I'm not sure if others have similar photos, but if you do, please share. I never had the opportunity to meet the gentleman, but I hope he'd appreciate that his example of highland style lives on after his passing.

Cordially,

David

[SFCRick]

great photo, looks like he has red shoe strings

[JSFMACLJR]

great photo, looks like he has red shoe strings

Yes, red shoe laces were usually worn with evening dress, sometimes with gold tassels at the ends!

[Fougasse]

Yes, red shoe laces were usually worn with evening dress, sometimes with gold tassels at the ends!

I seem to recall you were looking for a source of suitable red laces in a previous thread. Did you have any joy?

[JSFMACLJR]

I seem to recall you were looking for a source of suitable red laces in a previous thread. Did you have any joy?

I did not, actually!

Good memory.

[Jack Daw]

I did not, actually!

Good memory.

Maybe, you could dye a current pair that you have. The gold tassels are another matter.

[JSFMACLJR]

PM Burgess was always well turned out, a good role model for those looking at how to dress well.

[MacMillan of Rathdown]

This photograph shows that traditional Highland attire can lend itself to modern style (ie: the coatee) without causing sartorial offense. A picture of Highland elegance, right down to the handkerchief tucked nonchalantly up the left sleeve of the bespoke coatee.

Gentlemen, this is how it is really done.

[Moses]

The look as a whole is perfect...though I can't say I am a big fan of the hose. It is a fine example of someone who totally comfortable with everything he is wearing and how he wants to wear it.

[HarborSpringsPiper]

I ran across some younger pictures of John D. Burgess to share.