Newbie from Los Angeles here. I had to throw my own Robbie Burns Supper last year when I couldn't get a large enough table at the Tam o' Shanter. Decided that I need to dress the part this year to be a proper host, so I just ordered my first kilt - a Stewart of Appin Muted (1842) tartan - from MacGregor and MacDuff.

I'm leaning towards a Contemporary Jacket - a little more subdued than the Prince Charlies and perhaps a bit more versatile, and wearing a solid color cravat under the waistcoat.

As far as a sporran, I ordered the Calder sporran from McRostie. It looks like beautiful leather and craftsmanship, and again, a little more understated than the traditional dress sporran.

I'd be delighted to receive input from the veterans here.

Patrick