Won't have PC or Argyll Jacket

[McMurdo]

I would have to agree with Chef, and Matt, and I should have said it in my earlier post, if it were me given your unique circumstances I would rent what was needed. There are I am afraid two schools of thought; one says wear the proper outfit, the other wear a close facimilie and hope nobody else knows any different. I am not ashamed to say that I enjoy having my highland wear as authentic as possible, and as has been noted above you have an Argyll and PC on the way, so best rent for now.

[kypnkilt]

First off-I would like to thank everyone for their advice and help so far.


The reason my PC won't arrive in before I leave is the "special" measurments that I have. I am a "big feller" (size 52 jacket). Over 6' 1" very broad-shouldered. It's the measurement they take from the crown of the shoulder to the wrist that has become my "down-fall" in getting a nice fitting jacket I can use. The 52 is too big and does not fit the way it should. This is why I am having one specially made as a "51" or something like that. Size 50 is too restrictive. I have looked into rentals, a lot of the places near me either have no 52 or and the ones they do fit terribly because of the unusual arm length I have. This is why I don't wear tuxedo's well.

I have been told that there are alternitives to PC jackets, just not sure which one. My wife told me the ship has "rentals" onboard for special functions and perhaps I might find something there. I leave this Thursday, so time has become a large factor. The thing is, if I knew about this earlier (wearing the kilt) I would have been ready. Basically, I want to look sharp for this function because I was told that these events are very formal because it is on Christmas Day.

[macwilkin]

For an alternative, there's always "Red Sea Rig":

http://www.royalmarinesbands.co.uk/r...nRedsearig.htm

Of course, it depends on if you're going "east of Suez" or to tropical climes. Red Sea Rig is an old Royal Navy custom. I normally wouldn't cite wikipedia, but at least this entry has sources cited:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Red_Sea_rig

Really, though -- rental is probably your best option. Don't let anyone disuade you because of their dislike of formal wear; if you feel it is appropriate, then wear what you want.

Splice the mainbrace!

Todd

[Shriner]

First off-I would like to thank everyone for their advice and help so far.


The reason my PC won't arrive in before I leave is the "special" measurments that I have. I am a "big feller" (size 52 jacket). Over 6' 1" very broad-shouldered. It's the measurement they take from the crown of the shoulder to the wrist that has become my "down-fall" in getting a nice fitting jacket I can use. The 52 is too big and does not fit the way it should. This is why I am having one specially made as a "51" or something like that. Size 50 is too restrictive. I have looked into rentals, a lot of the places near me either have no 52 or and the ones they do fit terribly because of the unusual arm length I have.

Kypnkilt,

What port are you leaving from ???????

John

[davedove]

My wife told me the ship has "rentals" onboard for special functions and perhaps I might find something there. I leave this Thursday, so time has become a large factor. The thing is, if I knew about this earlier (wearing the kilt) I would have been ready. Basically, I want to look sharp for this function because I was told that these events are very formal because it is on Christmas Day.

I would not rely on the ship's rentals. They have standard sized tuxedos, and I highly doubt they will have any kilt jackets. A kilt rental shop will be your best bet.

[James MacMillan]

If you have enough lead time, you can rent from these people.