Trying to see what will look good with my kilt.

**Maxwell7** · 26th February 17, 01:29 PM

it kind of caught me off guard.. I have wanted this kilt for over a decade.. and now I have it. I will need the forums help for ideas to really get the most out of this kilt. I grew up playing in a pipe band so I have a decent knowledge of how to wear it but I never had a kilt of my own that I was excited about til now. The kilt is Ancient Maxwell. The picture makes it look more red than it is.. it's actually a nice burnt orange. I feel like I'm getting the 'piping judge' look down.. to be honest that's all I know.

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**Jock Scot** · 26th February 17, 02:00 PM

A tad daunting "flying" on your own then? Well alright, lesson one: SMILE!

Actually you are looking pretty good! You have learnt a lot from the band and that is obvious. We will no doubt come with a few minor tweaks for you to consider in due course, there won't be many. In he meantime get used to wearing it, sitting in it, going out and about, shopping, etc.. Its one thing have the rest of the band to hide behind, but it must take some doing to do it solo. Steady as you go, slow and small steps will get you there, for now.

In the meantime think about going smart casual, do a bit of research on it here and then have a go at it when you are ready and lets have a picture.

**Maxwell7** · 26th February 17, 02:19 PM

Originally Posted by Jock Scot

A tad daunting "flying" on your own then? Well alright, lesson one: SMILE!

Actually you are looking pretty good! You have learnt a lot from the band and that is obvious. We will no doubt come with a few minor tweaks for you to consider in due course, there won't be many. In he meantime get used to wearing it, sitting in it, going out and about, shopping, etc.. Its one thing have the rest of the band to hide behind, but it must take some doing to do it solo. Steady as you go, slow and small steps will get you there, for now.

In the meantime think about going smart casual, do a bit of research on it here and then have a go at when you are ready and lets have a picture.

Hahahaha!!!! You didn't like my "Blue Steel" look?!?!?! I dont blame you.. I look angry most of the time. I usually crack a half smile when I feel like laughing.

Anyway I will look into that thanks Jock 😃

**McMurdo** · 26th February 17, 02:51 PM

It does look like you've got the piper look down, however for everyday wear there are a couple of things I would suggest. First either the waistcoat or the belt, not both. As for the jacket, I and I think many others prefer the look of the jacket when it is unbuttoned, it just hangs better. I do not know if you had been wearing it all day or not, but to my eye it seems to have slipped down a bit, or it is simply a trick of the camera angle, if it's lower than mid knee then pull it up a wee bit. Oh and of course as Jock said smile.

**Terry Searl** · 26th February 17, 03:31 PM

Originally Posted by Maxwell7

it kind of caught me off guard.. I have wanted this kilt for over a decade.. and now I have it. I will need the forums help for ideas to really get the most out of this kilt. I grew up playing in a pipe band so I have a decent knowledge of how to wear it but I never had a kilt of my own that I was excited about til now. The kilt is Ancient Maxwell. The picture makes it look more red than it is.. it's actually a nice burnt orange. I feel like I'm getting the 'piping judge' look down.. to be honest that's all I know.

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The whole ensemble looks grand but I do think the jacket is a bit long especially when viewed from the back....it might just be the photograph but that is what it looks like in my humble opinion.... you are looking mighty fine

**Tarheel** · 26th February 17, 04:10 PM

I was going to mention the jacket length in the back but I seem to like the cut. I think some jackets need to shorter but yours seems fine. As Jock suggests, smile, the public will follow your lead. I believe you may find other items you like wearing (shirts, vests, etc) will feel right along with your kilt. Good showing.

**ShaunMaxwell** · 26th February 17, 05:18 PM

Maxwell 7

I too have an Maxwell kilt in the ancient colors (and it's definitely more on the orange end of the red spectrum). I've found that it works well with a lovat green jacket (lovat green works well with any of the Maxwell tartans — ancient and hunting pictured):

If you want to stray a bit from the pipe band look, I'd suggest a balmoral bonnet in place of the glengarry. I have one that's fawn colored that works well with both the lovat green jacket and the Maxwell ancient tartan. Here's a photo with Xmarkers Cloud (left) and Super 8mm a few years ago at the Texas Scottish Festival that shows the bonnet with the jacket and kilt, and ancient green hose:

Hope that helps.

Welcome aboard!

SM

**Taskr** · 26th February 17, 06:32 PM

Very sharp looking! I agree, belt or waistcoat but not both.
The 10 Looks thread is a great guide. Most of what we already have in the way of shirts and jumpers are ok with the kilt for more casual wear.

**Terry Searl** · 26th February 17, 07:12 PM

Originally Posted by ShaunMaxwell

Maxwell 7

I too have an Maxwell kilt in the ancient colors (and it's definitely more on the orange end of the red spectrum). I've found that it works well with a lovat green jacket (lovat green works well with any of the Maxwell tartans — ancient and hunting pictured):

If you want to stray a bit from the pipe band look, I'd suggest a balmoral bonnet in place of the glengarry. I have one that's fawn colored that works well with both the lovat green jacket and the Maxwell ancient tartan. Here's a photo with Xmarkers Cloud (left) and Super 8mm a few years ago at the Texas Scottish Festival that shows the bonnet with the jacket and kilt, and ancient green hose:

Hope that helps.

Welcome aboard!

SM

Great Photos .......and as the old saying says A photo is woth a thousand words

**Maxwell7** · 26th February 17, 11:37 PM

Originally Posted by McMurdo

It does look like you've got the piper look down, however for everyday wear there are a couple of things I would suggest. First either the waistcoat or the belt, not both. As for the jacket, I and I think many others prefer the look of the jacket when it is unbuttoned, it just hangs better. I do not know if you had been wearing it all day or not, but to my eye it seems to have slipped down a bit, or it is simply a trick of the camera angle, if it's lower than mid knee then pull it up a wee bit. Oh and of course as Jock said smile.

I am going to start smiling more I promise. 😆😆😆 haha but that is good to know about the belt and waistcoat. I didn't know that. Thank you mcmurdo and also I will keep a close eye on the height of kilt from now on.. I have been known to let it drop a little bit after a few hours.