Coloured Waistcoats

[JSFMACLJR]

Most Forumeers mention wearing black evening waistcoats when togged out for formal events, with a smattering of tartan waistcoats worn by some of more...advanced tastes. Seldom, though, do we hear about coloured waistcoats. I have a red one I sometimes wear, as well as a white marcella one.

What thoughts do you have about this very traditional bit of Highland haberdashery, the coloured waistcoat?

[davidlpope]

I've commissioned a formal four-button waistcoat with lapels out of lovely burgundy velvet from Matt at the STM. Hoping it shows up in time for Grandfather Mountain...

Cordially,

David

[creagdhubh]

I've commissioned a formal four-button waistcoat with lapels out of lovely burgundy velvet from Matt at the STM. Hoping it shows up in time for Grandfather Mountain...

Cordially,

David

Sounds beautiful David! I like burgundy too, or a rich claret/plum colour. This variant tends to look spot on with the Macpherson dress tartan, which has double lines of claret running throughout. Hmmmm, I think I may have to consult the boss (my wife!).

Hope to see you in North Carolina mate, haven't been back since my tenure in the Marine Corps!

Cheers,

[Cygnus]

... Hmmmm, I think I may have to consult the boss (my wife!).

If it weren't for "she who wears the pants" (and the munchkins), I would most undoubtedly already have a nice solid-colored waistcoat, probably in golden yellow to bring out the line in the Macqueen tartan.

I think a more comfortable couch may be necessary before I start splurging on such accessories!

EDIT: Just out of curiosity, Sandy, is there a particular place that you recommend for such waistcoats?

[JSFMACLJR]

EDIT: Just out of curiosity, Sandy, is there a particular place that you recommend for such waistcoats?

No one place in particular comes to mind, I'm afraid. David is having Matt Newsome at STM make one. My red waistcoat is ancient. I've been told by my tailor that making up a properly fitting waistcoat is no easy undertaking, so I'd make sure that whoever makes it has made many, many waistcoats and is highly recommended.

I believe Kinloch Anderson makes up waiscoats in various colours and fabrics. In the MacLean Collection, I do have an old red waistcoat made by William Anderson, which unfortunately is much to small for me now!

[creagdhubh]

No one place in particular comes to mind, I'm afraid. David is having Matt Newsome at STM make one. My red waistcoat is ancient. I've been told by my tailor that making up a properly fitting waistcoat is no easy undertaking, so I'd make sure that whoever makes it has made many, many waistcoats and is highly recommended.

I believe Kinloch Anderson makes up waiscoats in various colours and fabrics. In the MacLean Collection, I do have an old red waistcoat made by William Anderson, which unfortunately is much to small for me now!

Kinloch-Anderson is a good resource for bespoke and off-the-peg waistcoats, that is where mine are from.

Slainte,

[Dixiecat]

I've been told by my tailor that making up a properly fitting waistcoat is no easy undertaking, so I'd make sure that whoever makes it has made many, many waistcoats and is highly recommended.

This is not strictly true. As it's a sleeveless garment it's relatively easy to make a properly fitted waistcoat. Waaaaaay easier than a jacket! The difficulties are in the details as they say. Like welt-pockets or bound buttonholes. Also, in how it shows under the jacket - if you're going to get a jacket. You need to get the points just right or the right amount of neckline to show, etc...

[creagdhubh]

I've commissioned a formal four-button waistcoat with lapels out of lovely burgundy velvet from Matt at the STM. Hoping it shows up in time for Grandfather Mountain...

Cordially,

David

Is that to be worn with evening attire David? Being made of velvet, I assume so.

Cheers,

[MacMillan of Rathdown]

I've commissioned a formal four-button waistcoat with lapels out of lovely burgundy velvet from Matt at the STM. Hoping it shows up in time for Grandfather Mountain...

Cordially,

David

Looking forward to seeing at the banquet on the 9th.

[davidlpope]

Is that to be worn with evening attire David? Being made of velvet, I assume so.

Cheers,

Yes!

Looking forward to seeing at the banquet on the 9th.

Thanks for the reminder. I need to call Matt tomorrow and see if it has arrived...