Equestrian's Stock Tie

[Bugbear]

This morning, I put my kilt on for a few minutes; mostly been wearing overalls for the last few months. This is the Stillwater kilt (half sett Lamont tartan) that I converted to a traditional kilt.

I noticed the blanket pin a third of the way up on the apron, and I thought of MacMillan of Rathdown.

So, here's a question I wrote up a while back, but never posted.

I suppose it is easier to say what doesn't work with the Sheriffmuir: Bow ties and four-in-hand ties.

For something a bit less formal than a jabot and lace cuffs your best bet is probably a stock tie (as worn by equestrians) with a pin at the throat, and plain cuffs with simple cuff links. I've no idea what a "Highland cravat" is, but from your description it sounds like a stock tie. Stock ties are white, wrap around the neck, and tie in front. You should be able to get one at any reasonably sized tack shop.

To me, this equestrian's stock tie sounds like something that might also be suitable with a daywear outfit (Argyle and vest) in place of a four-in-hand tie for a more elegant look. I'm guessing the pin at the neck would be decorated to some degree.

On the other hand, people might start asking horse questions... Or wonder why you would be riding in a kilt...

With what type of outfit, as a point of reference, would this stock tie be worn?
I'm guessing we aren't talking about riding after six PM..., so it is intended for daywear.
Does the stock tie have any place in traditional Highland daywear?
Traditionalists, what do you think?

Thank you.

[B R Gordon]

The stock tie is worn with riding habit, the traditional scarlet hunt coat, or in Jock's case lemon coat, white shirt with cuff links, and white britches.

[davidlpope]

To me, this equestrian's stock tie sounds like something that might also be suitable with a daywear outfit (Argyle and vest) in place of a four-in-hand tie for a more elegant look. I'm guessing the pin at the neck would be decorated to some degree.

With what type of outfit, as a point of reference, would this stock tie be worn?
I'm guessing we aren't talking about riding after six PM..., so it is intended for daywear.
Does the stock tie have any place in traditional Highland daywear?
Traditionalists, what do you think?

I've never seen an equestrian stock tie worn with traditional highland daywear. Come to think of it, I've never seen anything other than a normal necktie worn. I think you'd be better served to wear a solid colored tweed, repp striped, or small-patterned tie, than something so clearly associated with riding.

Cordially,

David

[Bugbear]

Ok, thanks.

[MacMillan of Rathdown]

Hi Ted-- where ya' been hiding?

Actually I suspect that the stock tie might work-- I think it's one of those things that you'd just have to try and see if you liked the look.

Nice hearing from you--

Scott

[Jock Scot]

Hi Ted-- where ya' been hiding?

Actually I suspect that the stock tie might work-- I think it's one of those things that you'd just have to try and see if you liked the look.

Nice hearing from you--

Scott

Nice to hear from you Ted!

[Bugbear]

Nice to hear from you Ted!

Thanks, Jock!

[BoldHighlander]

Nice to hear from you Ted!

Ditto!

I'd been away myself until recently Ted, and was about to message you when I noticed the ol' Bugbear was kind of quite as of late

I hope the orchard is going well.

[Bugbear]

Ditto!

I'd been away myself until recently Ted, and was about to message you when I noticed the ol' Bearbug was kind of quite as of late

I hope the orchard is going well.

It's going ok, I've mostly been working with desert plants for the last few years, but the citrus, figs, and grapes are still back there.

It's good to talk to you again.

[Bugbear]

Hi Ted-- where ya' been hiding?

Actually I suspect that the stock tie might work-- I think it's one of those things that you'd just have to try and see if you liked the look.

Nice hearing from you--

Scott

Thanks, Scott. Just seemed interesting.

I've been busy with my orchard for the last couple of months.