Hose to Kilt Combo

[Janner52]

I should like to suggest another procedure when choosing kilt hose colour, by the way. It is not just - to my opinion - a question of tartan but also of the colour of the 'top' - polo shirt, t-shirt, dress shirt, sweater etc.
Therefore, it might be a good idea to start with the kilt, then choose a suitable 'top' to go with it, and from there decide upon kilt hose colour, in order that the whole combo shall look at its best.
Here, I might be biased of my Scandinavian background, tending to keep things simple, meaning not too many different colours at the same time.

A good point. Personally I wouldn’t wear early coloured hose with a formal outfit and there are probably other combinations that wouldn’t work. I am lucky in that I have a good selection of hose so I can try different options if the occasion needs that, but for everyday use grab whatever is available.

[Jock Scot]

But of course you do, Jock. I think, we all do. That's one of the advantages with a forum like XMTS where opinions can be shared. Some, we agree to, some not; and sometimes, we are in two minds. Afterall, our judgement and advice are functions of personal preferences, background etc. This also applies when talking colours.

I should like to suggest another procedure when choosing kilt hose colour, by the way. It is not just - to my opinion - a question of tartan but also of the colour of the 'top' - polo shirt, t-shirt, dress shirt, sweater etc.
Therefore, it might be a good idea to start with the kilt, then choose a suitable 'top' to go with it, and from there decide upon kilt hose colour, in order that the whole combo shall look at its best.
Here, I might be biased of my Scandinavian background, tending to keep things simple, meaning not too many different colours at the same time.

Good gracious me! Do you really go to all that bother to choose a pair of hose? Of course if that is what makes you happy then carry on, but for me, .......................

[GG]

Good gracious me! Do you really go to all that bother to choose a pair of hose? Of course if that is what makes you happy then carry on, but for me, .......................

I don't understand what you mean, sorry. When I have decided for the shirt or sweater, it takes me less than two seconds to decide what socks. I can't image you should need more time.

[Jock Scot]

I don't understand what you mean, sorry. When I have decided for the shirt or sweater, it takes me less than two seconds to decide what socks. I can't image you should need more time.

I can't imagine taking time to choose a shirt or a sweater!

[CBH]

I am certainly no fashionista, but I do know you can't put crazy on crazy.

I love bright colors and "loud" clothing. I have an extensive collection of Hawaiian shirts.

But once I saw a kid wearing a Hawaiian shirt, plaid Bermuda shorts, and checkered Vans shoes, I knew I never wanted to be THAT guy. It was blinding.

Tartan, by nature, has many colors and a busy pattern. Thus you can't in good taste pair it with a Hawaiian shirt or something contrastingly busy with many colors. Thus I have had to acquire some solid color, comparatively boring shirts to pair with my kilts.

I expect hose should follow a similar strategy.

[Jock Scot]

I am certainly no fashionista, but I do know you can't put crazy on crazy.

I love bright colors and "loud" clothing. I have an extensive collection of Hawaiian shirts.

But once I saw a kid wearing a Hawaiian shirt, plaid Bermuda shorts, and checkered Vans shoes, I knew I never wanted to be THAT guy. It was blinding.

Tartan, by nature, has many colors and a busy pattern. Thus you can't in good taste pair it with a Hawaiian shirt or something contrastingly busy with many colors. Thus I have had to acquire some solid color, comparatively boring shirts to pair with my kilts.

I expect hose should follow a similar strategy.

Just so you know, modest , I repeat, modest patterned Tattersall shirts work very well with the tartan kilt. Many here in Scotland happily wear them with the kilt very successfully. Personally, I would avoid button down collars though.

[spr0k3t]

... modest patterned Tattersall shirts work very well ...

It's an odd combination that actually works very well. I have a few tattersall shirts for semi-formal non-casual outings.

[JPS]

Just so you know, modest , I repeat, modest patterned Tattersall shirts work very well with the tartan kilt. Many here in Scotland happily wear them with the kilt very successfully. Personally, I would avoid button down collars though.

It's a classic and, dare I say, safe combination, if that's what you're after. The same goes for other patterns--PoW check, herringbone, even a fine gingham or houndstooth. Hang them all in the same section of the closet, and you'll never need to give a thought to all this matching business when you reach in and pull one out.

I keep my hose rolled up together in a small chest at the back of my closet. The only thought I have to give them is whether I've picked out two of the same before I put them on!

[MacKenzie]

After reading all this I suppose I'm a bit droll when it comes to the hose. Lovat green goes with the MacKenzie Modern, Bison goes with the MacKenzie Weathered and red* goes with either. And that's the extent of it.


* Not claret or the bright, so-called "kilt red". Just red, like the stripe in the tartan.

[Jock Scot]

After reading all this I suppose I'm a bit droll when it comes to the hose. Lovat green goes with the MacKenzie Modern, Bison goes with the MacKenzie Weathered and red* goes with either. And that's the extent of it.


* Not claret or the bright, so-called "kilt red". Just red, like the stripe in the tartan.

Personally, I think you are giving the subject far too much thought!