Black and White Houndstooth Tweed Kilt Jacket and Waistcoat - What do you think?

[JSFMACLJR]

Kyle,
You know how I feel about jackets like this! I think they look perfect with a kilt, regardless of the tartan ( well, there might be one or two that wouldn't work! ).

Here is a photo of me wearing the jacket in question:Sandy and Sara.jpg

I also have a photo of a friend of mine wearing a similar jacket. Unlike mine, this Sandy's jacket is very plain and simple, e.g. with no cuffs or epaulettes.Lochearnhead%20Highland%20Games%20official.jpg

And then there is this great photo of Lord Lovat, from Life: Lord Lovat 2.jpg

[Nathan]

And then there is this great photo of Lord Lovat, from Life: Lord Lovat 2.jpg

Check the pockets! Lovat's jacket looks like a conversion!

[Tobus]

I like the look. As Jock Scot said, though, it can start to look strange if the pattern is too large, since it's such a repetitive pattern. It can be like one of those optical illusion puzzle thingies that dazzles the eye and comes off as bizarre.

But conversely, if the pattern is too small, it will "wash out" and look grey from a distance. In fact, regardless of the size, they will all do that. The trick is to find the size that washes out at a far enough distance that people can still see the pattern when they're within, say, speaking distance of you. I think the examples Sandy posted above are just about right.

[creagdhubh]

I like the look. As Jock Scot said, though, it can start to look strange if the pattern is too large, since it's such a repetitive pattern. It can be like one of those optical illusion puzzle thingies that dazzles the eye and comes off as bizarre.

But conversely, if the pattern is too small, it will "wash out" and look grey from a distance. In fact, regardless of the size, they will all do that. The trick is to find the size that washes out at a far enough distance that people can still see the pattern when they're within, say, speaking distance of you. I think the examples Sandy posted above are just about right.

Excellent points here, Tobus. These are details in which I have indeed thought of. I think the pattern shown above through the Kirkton range will work quite nicely. The overall pattern is not overly big, nor is it too small. I think it's just right and highly comparable to both Sandy's and the Duke of Windsor's jackets.

[Spartan Tartan]

I am a fan of the houndstooth pattern. I also like the black and white pattern. I have always liked the look of the gauntlet cuffs and other "traditional" stylings. I look forward to seeing your pictures with this new jacket, Kyle. Although, my wife will probably not like that it might encourage another purchase for myself along similar lines :-)

[creagdhubh]

I am a fan of the houndstooth pattern. I also like the black and white pattern. I have always liked the look of the gauntlet cuffs and other "traditional" stylings. I look forward to seeing your pictures with this new jacket, Kyle. Although, my wife will probably not like that it might encourage another purchase for myself along similar lines :-)

Hahaha! Point taken.

[CMcG]

Kyle, it is interesting to see how your personal take on Highland style has evolved; you've gone from traditional, to more traditional! I'm sure the new jacket will look smashing.

[artificer]

Kyle,
You know how I feel about jackets like this! I think they look perfect with a kilt, regardless of the tartan ( well, there might be one or two that wouldn't work! ).

Here is a photo of me wearing the jacket in question:Sandy and Sara.jpg

Great look, sharp as always.

I also have a photo of a friend of mine wearing a similar jacket. Unlike mine, this Sandy's jacket is very plain and simple, e.g. with no cuffs or epaulettes.Lochearnhead%20Highland%20Games%20official.jpg

I love this blue-on-green! I actually have a Saxon jacket in this colour too, made to the same pattern as the ivory and charcoal. Maybe I'll have to have that one converted as well.

And then there is this great photo of Lord Lovat, from Life: Lord Lovat 2.jpg

Check the pockets! Lovat's jacket looks like a conversion!

This photo has been discussed before, and if memory serves, his aprons are reversed as well. (something that is occasionally done when the outer apron is too badly damaged to simply repair)

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[creagdhubh]

Kyle,
You know how I feel about jackets like this! I think they look perfect with a kilt, regardless of the tartan ( well, there might be one or two that wouldn't work! ).

Here is a photo of me wearing the jacket in question:Sandy and Sara.jpg

I also have a photo of a friend of mine wearing a similar jacket. Unlike mine, this Sandy's jacket is very plain and simple, e.g. with no cuffs or epaulettes.Lochearnhead%20Highland%20Games%20official.jpg

And then there is this great photo of Lord Lovat, from Life: Lord Lovat 2.jpg

Thanks for chiming in, Sandy! The photos are wonderful. Whereas I do like all three styles of houndstooth/check jackets represented, I must say that yours is the closest in style and pattern size of which I prefer. Just superb.