To plaid or not to plaid.....thats the question??

[orionpyoung]

That said, one of my mantras is that it's always safer to be overdressed than underdressed--you can usually discreetly remove the plaid, cravat/necktie/bow tie, spats, plumes, sashes, crowns, etc., if necessary.

I quite agree.
On the subject of plaids, could the two gents in this image be wearing the fore runner of the fly plaid? Or is it just called a sash at that length?
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It looks rather reasonable to me. Made of a 10z wool, it would more evenly distribute the weight. It would also be useful for a gentlemen to offer to a lady in distress. Perhaps there is on in my future.