help pick Magnus' next tartan

[longforgan]

Hi Magnus, I understand your quandary, am going through the same myself right now. My previous kilts when I was much younger were family tartans. This time around, I opted instead to choose strictly by color and although never having been a fashion-plate in pants, I figure that if a tartan is fairly neutral (such as monochromatic greyish) then one can wear a variety of tops in whatever colors. But also if a tartan is chosen which has even a trace of a given color, then it looks good with a top of a similar hue. I chose the Sutherland Muted using this theory. It is generally subdued and has green, a trace of blue and warmth provided by rich red (but not too much!) That means it should look good with tops which have a similar color-bias. Example: Navy to rich blue, or forest green to khaki, or rich burgundy should all look good (I hope) But then this subject is like art appreciation isn't it? Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Hope this gives you some inspiration. Cheers- Longforgan

[longforgan]

Hey Magnus! You have been strangely silent since starting this thread. I figure that you are either away on a long holiday weekend or you are pouring over tartan swatches! Rocky told me about your Philabeg in Scottish National and I checked out your gallery. Looks great. Very colorful however I just chose Colquhoun in p/v for mine. Cheers- Alan

[Magnus Sporrano]

Well I had my mind on two different kilts... another Philabeg from Rocky and a lined Pittburgh Kilt from Jeff in camo. Looking at the finances, I'm predictably a little tight this time of year. Me, my wife, and both my kids have our birthdays clustered too closely together and to Christmas so I have to take it easy the rest of the year.

There were some great suggestions in this thread. I can't wait for Christmas spending to pass so I can order my next 2 kilts.