I'm something of a dabbler compared to some here, but I am very careful in my dress most of the time, whether kilted of riding a Harley.

For black tie, I try to keep it very simple: kilt, white shirt with black bow tie, PC and either a three-button waistcoat or a belt with large silver Hose would likely be dark solid color or maybe tartan.

For more formal, probably a Montrose with jabot and a white fur sporran with black tassels. Same shoes with tartan hose and red ribbon flashes. I might even wear a jeweled dirk if I am feeling foxy, and my sgian would likely be either the small jeweled one or the crown stag antler with silver disc on the pommel. I believe in bling for very dressy occassions, but I tone it down for black tie.

If I want to really make a splash, i would wear my great kilt with the Montrose; it looks quite striking. And I would always wear a black bonnet for both.