What do you wear for events?

[argyle24]

For an event such as a Burns dinner or similar, I'm often performing and will have my kilt on at some point in the evening. When I am am a guest or before/after performing at events like this, I tend to select pieces that are dressier but incorporate tartan.

I have a vintage Thompson pleated maxi skirt w/ the tartan on the bias that I wear with a fitted black top. I also have a black & white Erskine strapless dress that has made appearances. I look for pieces that have silhouettes I know are flattering, but are done in tartan - and I buy them when I find them, as opposed to going to look for something specific just ahead of an event.

From a costumer's standpoint, there are corsets that look very polished, and others that are more 'costumey' - depending on where it falls, the outfit you have described may be more than suitable for a dressier affair. It's always important to feel comfortable in what you're wearing and I also stand by the school of thought that it's better to be overdressed than under.

In general, think of what you would choose to wear to the event if it were not Scottish in nature - and let that guide your choice of apparel. Then add in pieces that are done in tartan or tartan accessories to give your ensemble some character!