Colors - Matching

**Layne** · 1st November 13, 11:10 AM

OK, so I'll stop posting pics in the "post your pics" section - when in fact I have a real question.

While I've worn kilts with really, no real thought put into it - just wore/wear because I like them and find them comfortable, the info I've gathered in my very short time corresponding in here has been great - thus while I'm still me - I do appreciate different opinions and respect the vast experience(s) found in here

more amazing is everyone's willingness to share, thus - how about thoughts on what colors can be mixed (in good taste) and yes I realize that taste is very subjective.

BTW - someone already got me on the height at which I've been wearing my sporran (working on that - thanks for the input)

**OC Richard** · 2nd November 13, 06:19 AM

The more colours mixed, the better, in most cases, in my opinion.

I really don't care for the look when people have everything matching. A piper I know has an all-black outfit: plain black kilt, worn with black socks, black jacket, black shirt, black tie. Ugh!

I was at a wedding and a gent had an all-grey outfit.

Traditionally, Highlanders loved colour! And luckily that old aesthetic is still going strong, in many kilt-wearers.

**Layne** · 2nd November 13, 09:21 AM

I've been guilty of drab colors and looking for "neutral" looks,

But working on it.

Although I admit having just bought a new Grey kilt for an upcoming afternoon at the theater.

thankfully, the Sanger is once again open after closing due to damages sustained in hurricane Katrina, in 2005.

**Jock Scot** · 2nd November 13, 09:59 AM

Crikey, you have started something!!!!!! This subject has been covered in many and loooong threads over the years and there is no quick answer other than what OCRichard has said above. Have a look at the two tattersall shirt threads going at the moment and the "less is more" thread that was here not so long ago for some hints. Use the search function for "matchy matchy" threads and perhaps some kind soul might put up a link or two. In the meantime I will see if I can put up a picture to demonstrate just what this traditionally dressed Scot wears to avoid matching colours and this is the bit that YOU will like, no thought at all! What you decide to do is entirely your own affair, but many from your side of the pond have (somewhat reluctantly on occassion

) seen the benifits of avoiding too much matching of colours.

An oft seen picture, I am afraid, but it may give you an idea.

In this picture I have been accused by some of the more mischiefous members here of getting a tad matchy matchy. Well ok the shirt , tie, flashes, pocket hankerchief and a part of the kilt are blue and had I thought about it I might have changed the shirt and tie, but ------.

**Layne** · 2nd November 13, 11:00 AM

Still, thanks from a youngster of sorts here, for sharing your insight, experience and knowledge.

**mookien** · 2nd November 13, 12:12 PM

Originally Posted by Jock Scot

Crikey, you have started something!!!!!! ...

Jock: C'mon! You got to quit posting those exquisite photos. With your perfect outfits, beautiful wife, and Scotland in the background, the rest of us don't stand a chance.

John

**Jock Scot** · 2nd November 13, 02:06 PM

Originally Posted by mookien

Jock: C'mon! You got to quit posting those exquisite photos. With your perfect outfits, beautiful wife, and Scotland in the background, the rest of us don't stand a chance.

John

Just what do you suggest I do? NOOOOOOO! Don't answer that!!!!!!!!!!!

**Domehead** · 5th November 13, 02:41 PM

In this picture I have been accused by some of the more mischiefous members here of getting a tad matchy matchy. Well ok the shirt , tie, flashes, pocket hankerchief and a part of the kilt are blue and had I thought about it I might have changed the shirt and tie, but ------.

There's a big difference between "matchy-matchy" and contrastingly coordinated. I don't see anything in that photo which is "matchy-matchy":

1. I warm earth-toned tweed with a subtle Tattersall shirt and cooperative tie. Just a hint of a pocket square.
2. Your new kilt in the Wilson's colors, I believe - in and of itself, traditional green tartan colors with accentuating lines, per D.C. Stewart.
3. Smart claret hose with blue flashes.

The fact that your flashes and tie serve to bind your kit from nape-to-toe is a bit of a stretch to "matchy-matchy".
Well done, Sir.

**Jock Scot** · 5th November 13, 03:16 PM

Crickey! I did all that! And without a thought!

You are very kind Domehead, but I really just got up and got dressed and went to a wedding. It was really that simple!

**knotty** · 6th November 13, 08:09 AM

Wearing color is a funny & subjective thing.
Modern fashion & tradition may sometimes be at odds. A monochromatic look may look very good. Ive always liked a 3 piece (kilt, jacket, vest) look.
One of the advantages of kilting is the colors what may be used. When Im deciding on a look I either lay it all on the bed/valet stand. If Im in doubt, I put it on & look in the mirror.