Kilt Jackets

**SoldierSpike** · 25th February 07, 09:15 PM

So I've read the thread regarding the formal coats, and was wondering where the Crail style fit into all of that. I'm asking because I'm looking at getting a semi-dress setup for church, other occasions where a tux would be overkill and maybe job interviews.

Marc

**Bob C** · 25th February 07, 09:20 PM

A Crail jacket would be fine for church, etc. An Argyll is another good choice. I have a lovat green Argyll (picture below), but a darker one -charcoal, for example, would be very versatile.

**Chef** · 25th February 07, 09:27 PM

Originally Posted by SoldierSpike

So I've read the thread regarding the formal coats, and was wondering where the Crail style fit into all of that. I'm asking because I'm looking at getting a semi-dress setup for church, other occasions where a tux would be overkill and maybe job interviews.

Marc

The Crail would be a nice choice. It's basically an Argyle with a simpler cuff. Like the Argyle it will work as an all round jacket. If your budget allows consider a waistcoat to go with it for a bit more flexibility.

**davedove** · 26th February 07, 06:09 AM

Here's a couple of pictures of my Argyle in charcoal worn in an office environment:

A Crail would look much the same.

**RockyR** · 26th February 07, 06:38 AM

Hey Dave,

What you have is a Braemar jacket... it's the body of an Argyll, but the cuff of a Prince Charlie (3 buttons running UP the sleeve, not horizontal to the bottom like the Argyll).

It gets pretty confusing having to know the different names of the different styles. Also... please note that some manufacturers interchange the styles Argyll & Crail & Braemar, however, the above description is the general standard.

A CRAIL jacket is the body of an argyll, but the sleeve has a "normal" cuff at the bottom (no fancy sewing) and a single button on the back (where the back edge of your hand would be). Hope this info helps!

**Kilted KT** · 26th February 07, 07:17 AM

Originally Posted by davedove

who made this set? It looks really sharp, and just may have jumped onto my list of kilted items I need!

**RockyR** · 26th February 07, 07:32 AM

If I'm not mistaken, it's the Edwards tartan (Welsh) from the Welsh Tartan Center.

**Kilted KT** · 26th February 07, 07:33 AM

Originally Posted by Kilted KT

who made this set? It looks rally sharp, and just may have jumped onto my list of kilted items I need!

sorry, should be more careful using the word "set"...

(ahem)...who is the maker of that jacket and vest?

**scoutniagara** · 3rd March 07, 07:19 AM

Lovely outfits, DaveDove. ...and no, that's not an invitation for dinner. ;)

**thescot** · 3rd March 07, 07:28 AM

I have an outfit just like DaveDove's and it really is versatile. I reccommend it for a good, all purpose (meaning NOT formal) outfit you can dress up or down.