Options for smart but informal

[CMcG]

I agree. Also, what the heck is "semi-formal" and why do people keep using this term? To me, it makes no sense whatsoever.

Perhaps you might ask the folks over at Kinloch Anderson, who use that term for their kilt hire:


http://www.kinlochanderson.com/about...ress-kilt-hire

As others have pointed out, there can be different meanings attached to the same dress code and it varies by place, as well as social group. I went to an awards dinner at my university recently that called for "semi-formal," so I wore a suit and tie (if I had worn a kilt, it would have been a tweed jacket and tie). Most of the other attendees just wore slacks and shirtsleeves, with no tie

How much! Actually I am not surprised, it is a significant outlay of loot to buy a large chunk of kilt caboodle in one go, thank goodness for my forebears with their judicious purchases!

Buying a full kilt outfit in one go is definitely a big chuck of cash and it's even tougher if one wants to be able to do day wear, morning dress, and black tie evening wear! I've only inherited a couple pieces of kit, so instead, I've purchased quite a few items second hand, which helps to keep the cost down. It does take time, but it still gives that certain look where one's outfit is a mix of old and new...