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

[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.

[creagdhubh]

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.

Indeed. What on Earth is happening to me, Colin?!

Cheers mate,

[Jock Scot]

You trend setter Sandy!

I wonder how many houndstooth kilt jackets will be on show here within the next 2 years?