Extending use of my military kilt beyond formal events

[MenOfTheNorth]

I joined the forum recently having acquired my first (likely not my last) kilt. It's a vintage military Cameron Highlanders (Cameron of Erracht) kilt. I will be wearing it for the first time at a formal dinner in a few weeks, renting the rest of the kit, including a Prince Charlie jacket and waistcoat.

I would like to get out more in the kilt, in less formal circumstances, but am curious about how best to dress, acknowledging the high military rise of the kilt. I'd welcome suggestions, with photos.

Thank you.

MOTN

[Father Bill]

Great question!

First of all, the rise of a military kilt may not/ need not be higher than any other kilt.

Second, take a look at the pictures in this thread and I think you'll have a much better idea of some options. I suspect that it may confirm my hypothesis and further that it's exactly what you need.

http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/f...-attire-46888/

Cheers & best wishes!

Bill+

[Jock Scot]

You may find that a pullover/sweater worn with the kilt, will serve you well in any circumstance that is not formal. Should the climate be extreme then the pullover can be removed or added to as the situation requires.

[kingandrew]

The military-rise kilt will look fine with the same items you would wear with any other kilt. The rise won't make it look more or less formal. So feel free to wear it with your tweed Argyll, a sweater, or your more casual turtleneck, polo, or even "pirate" shirt.

Andrew

[Taskr]

No worries on the rise. As in the 1K10L thread, adapt it to your style and it is going to look grand.

[MenOfTheNorth]

Thanks for all the advice, and encouragement. I'm still getting used to kilt life.