okay going to the USMC Ball....

[Colin]

If it is a ball, I would at least do the eton jacket conversion with a tailor. An Argyle type jacket will likely look underdressed. A proper Prince Charlie would still be the best. Check out local Scottish shops near you, a lot of them will rent the jacket and waistcoat for a decent fee. There are also a lot fo shops that do online rentals. Cheaper than buying one, especially if you don't think it will get a lot of use after this event.

[switchblade5984]

i was withthe unit for 4 years and not one of them have a clue

no local scottish shops near me

on order is a fur sporran

what color for the jacket?
blue? black?

theres no white anywhere but the shirt....
how do i tie that in?


im wearing the green hose/tartan flashes
and green caubeen

[Livingston]

Here's an on-line rental place you might try. They are here in Colorado Springs but I haven't been by there. Not sure if they have a store front but probably not. They do have a phone number you can call.

[billmcc]

If it is a ball, I would at least do the eton jacket conversion with a tailor.

An Eton jacket probably won't need tailoring. See this thread:
http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/s...ht=Eton+jacket

[mexpiper]

I think the following link with the dress etiquette should do. If still indoubt contact the group that is hosting your local event.

https://www.mymarinecorpsball.com/EtiquettePopUp.aspx

dress guidlines for marines:
http://www.tecom.usmc.mil/mcub/libra...CH2.htm#UR2001

link to website of the Fresno Marine Ball:
http://www.lemoore.navy.mil/matsg/mcball.htm

p.s. Call the formal rentals (i.e. Tuxedo Stores) to see if they rent kilts... Some do and they don't really advertise it.

mexpiper

[Chef]

I think the following link with the dress etiquette should do. If still indoubt contact the group that is hosting your local event.

https://www.mymarinecorpsball.com/EtiquettePopUp.aspx

dress guidlines for marines:
http://www.tecom.usmc.mil/mcub/libra...CH2.htm#UR2001

link to website of the Fresno Marine Ball:
http://www.lemoore.navy.mil/matsg/mcball.htm

p.s. Call the formal rentals (i.e. Tuxedo Stores) to see if they rent kilts... Some do and they don't really advertise it.

mexpiper

I'm guessing part of your point is that the Marines take this seriously and so should all attendees and that should include the outfit worn? I think it is an excellent poit to make.

[Colin]

An Eton jacket probably won't need tailoring. See this thread:
http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/s...ht=Eton+jacket

True, but you would still want to switch it from looking like a waiter's jacket to a kilt jacket. That means changing the buttons, etc. If you are not good with a needle and thread, you may want to take it in to a pro, so that the buttons are straight and line up on each arm. Brunnets and Struth in Ontario has some PC waistcoats for $45 cdn in their clearance section that could be added to add to the final appearance as well.

[switchblade5984]

lol i know they take the ball seriously
they dont know much about kilt wearing.....

was the point i was making

im part of a reserve unit didnt know they were coming...

thank you for the links

does anyone have pics of the eton jacket being worn with a kilt?

[Colin]

Would this work? http://www.douglashouse.net/prchco.html

There are some goo deals on Ghillies out there as well.

[Livingston]

Would this work? http://www.douglashouse.net/prchco.html

There are some goo deals on Ghillies out there as well.

Now you post that....after I get a $270 Argyle from Hector Russell San Francisco Well, at least I have it bookmarked now.