Quote Originally Posted by jsrnephdoc View Post
We have at least 2 threads going now that "cover" articles promoted as appropriate for wearing with a kilt that are roundly (and probably appropriately) dissed by contributors. One is this, about "Ghillie Shirts." My guess (pure guess—I have NO informed knowledge) is that modern buttonholes and drawstrings may not have coexisted with real Ghillies. In contrast, I suspect few of us maintain any romantic notions about Prince Charlie jackets existing back when Prince Charlie was attempting to motivate the clans, but clearly their use is widely accepted now—indeed, probably the standard—for formal events. MY question is about what to wear at decidedly INFORMAL events that would be respectful of recent Scottish history and custom, especially outdoors, when the temperatures are warm and the midges are biting. Certainly not a T-shirt emblazoned across the chest with "I went to Culloden, and all I got was this T-shirt."

Just what IS appropriate for covering one's upper body on those occasions? My guess is just an ordinary monochromatic button-front cotton shirt, or possibly even a collared and monochrome "rugby shirt," but I have no real idea.

I have similar thoughts about those "Ghillie" boots that appear as if they might have resulted from a pair of "high-end" business brogue shoes consorting with military fatigue boots, to the benefit of neither.
Some sort of casual button up shirt would be appropriate to wear with a kilt. Pullovers instead of jackets or less formal jackets.

One has to keep in mind the climate of Scotland. It’s often wet and cold, so to many in warmer climates, the Scots may appear overdressed for casual wear but the layering serves a practical purpose.

One of our resident Scots has shared photos of his own casual kilt outfits. On warmer days he wears tattersall shirts, no tie, and a panama hat. Simple and practical.

I’ve worn similar for my own warm climate. Checked button up shirt, no tie, Panama hat. My concession to climate is short sleeves as opposed to rolled up long sleeves since when it’s hot here, it’s hot the whole day. These days I tend to just save the kilt and other wool clothing for cooler months.