Traditional Highland Civilian Dress: A Definition and Guide with Visual Examples

[Nathan]

This would be appropriate for an event that called for “white tie or Highland evening attire,” and, as mentioned above, can even be worn at very formal black tie occasions. However it would not be advised to wear Highland white tie to an event that does not specifically allow for it on the invitation. Unlike with its Saxon equivalent (a tailcoat with white bow tie and white waistcoat/vest), a black bow tie is an acceptable (and to many a preferable) choice to a white bow tie when wearing full formal Highland eveningwear or “white tie” equivalent.

[Nathan]

It is traditional to be wise about the weather and to alter one’s dress accordingly. While this may sometimes result is a less smart or strictly THCD look, common sense must prevail, which is actually quite traditional! Sartorial accommodations and compromises for different types of activities are also reasonable, although one can still aim at maintaining a generally traditional appearance. In a nutshell, form follows function.

N.B. some variations may been seen among Xmarkers that are not in widespread use and, notwithstanding their practicality, should be understood as idiosyncratic (i.e., pith helmets, spats/gaiters, etc).



Wet weather (rain jackets, wellies, umbrellas)









Cold weather (parkas/anoraks, glove/mittens, scarves, boots)











Hiking and hill walking, (jackets, boots, packs)

[Liam]

Well done!!!