Newbie question - I am doing this right?

[MacMillans son]

As other have said, overall a fine job. I would concur with the suggestion of wearing the tops of your hose a bit lower. If the hose are a bit long try taking a pinch of the hose right above the garter and pull it down over the garter, before folding over the top. As has been pointed out, the tie looks a bit chunky, in the photo on the left it appears to fill the entire area above the waistcoat. I think the knot should be a function of the collar spread, wider spread wider knot, but a narrower tie may bring it in a bit. A final comment, figure out why your sporran is hanging off kilter and fix that !! .

Good job, and bravo to you for seeking input ! You'll find most here willing to tactfully provide all of the input you may want, and some of us a bit more than that

[plaid preacher]

Greetings Army,

If you don't have a regimental time that isn't a huge problem; most regimental this are either navy or burgundy with a diagonal stripe. A reasonable facsimile can be found at most menswear shops.

Robert