The ideal time for the black argyll

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I think the Black Argyle is perfect for evening when a jacket and tie (not necessarily black tie) are expected (I really like the previous example of attending the opera or theater). But also, a perfect choice for black tie as well--especially if you are going to be among the few that are wearing a kilt. In this case, less-is-more type of thought. If most people will NOT be wearing a kilt, then the argyle is a perfect choice. Whereas it may not be "ideal" for a St. Andrews Ball, it is certainly acceptable. However, if I were to attend an alumni New Years Ball from my University, an argyle would be perfect (as I would anticipate being the only kilted gentlemen there) among the other saxon black tie attendees.

Bolding mine-

I actually really like wearing the Argyll for Black Tie, as it stands out a bit in the sea of identical PCs without being overly flashy.

With a 3-Button waistcoat


and with my Bias-Cut 4-Button waistcoat


Perfect for times when Velvet and a Jabot might be overkill, but you really don't want to look exactly like the 300 other chaps in attendance in their cookie-cutter PCs.

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