which bonnet

[Leprechaun 91]

I wear my Bal often and like my Glengarry. (I do think of the Glengarry as being more military in appearance.)

I have albinism and am very sensitive to bright lights; as such I often opt for a hat with a proper brim. (My Indiana Jones hat.) This shields my eyes sufficiently when the sun is unbearable. (Like panache and his Pyth helmet.) I have, yes, been known to wear and Ivy cap as well. (gasp! )

I guess it is a result of the prevailing climate of the Highlands that there never was a hat adopted for Sun. That the weather is so cold and windy for the winters, it is equally surprising that no hat was adopted that might cover the ears.

You will have a hard time spotting me in a kilt with a ball cap however. Nothing aginst it on other gents but it is not my preference for myself.

I love the way the old Guard shaped their Balmoral Bonnets though. Once can see how they evolved into the Glengarry. It makes me think of the way US sailors shaped their "Dixie Cups" by putting "Wings" on them. Or how they wore them at Rakich angles. (STYLE) Knowing the rules but chosing to modify to personal taste.

WW2 sailors Hat Shape and Angle.jpg
Dixie Cup back of head.jpg