Semi/Formal Xkilt?

[Alan H]

You know, we all rant about how sportcoats look rotten with kilts, and they do BUT..

BUT...

In this case you're wearing a non-traditional kilt in a non-traditional manner, and dangitall but if I think that looks pretty good. Well done.

[OFCJAX]

Thank you kindly sir.

I like it too.

[James MacMillan]

You know, we all rant about how sportcoats look rotten with kilts, and they do BUT..

BUT...

In this case you're wearing a non-traditional kilt in a non-traditional manner, and dangitall but if I think that looks pretty good. Well done.

But a sport coat that has been modified to fit a kilt, can look just great!

[berserkbishop]

Well, just my two cents, I dont like the look of a trouser cut sport coat with a kilt. Other than that, the whole outfit looks nice.

Bishop

[Alan H]

Just to continue here...I usually hate black kilt socks. I just hate them. But I honestly think that the black socks, black shirt, red tie, jacket and X-Kilt looks pretty sharp in a very "alternative" way. It's by no means traditional, and it requires a different sort of "eye" than usual. Usally, long-cut jackets look horrible with kilts. But for some reason, this works. I dunno why.

IMHO the red tie and black socks works better than the tuxedo thing....just my two cents

[OFCJAX]

Just to continue here...I usually hate black kilt socks. I just hate them. But I honestly think that the black socks, black shirt, red tie, jacket and X-Kilt looks pretty sharp in a very "alternative" way. It's by no means traditional, and it requires a different sort of "eye" than usual. Usally, long-cut jackets look horrible with kilts. But for some reason, this works. I dunno why.

For the record the hose are Navy blue, and the tie is a dark burgandy.

I still plan on modifying the coat just thought it looked nice in these set ups.
the bottom of the coat does get in the way of the sporran as is so it will need it eventually.

I also changed all the buttons to chrome KY state seal buttons I used to wear on my uniforms.

IMHO the red tie and black socks works better than the tuxedo thing....just my two cents

Dana put you up to that didn't she?

Just kidding Toots

[Rex_Tremende]

Sounds like a cool location. Would love to see some photos of the inside

Here is one of the bar before the crowds overtake it:

There is more dining in the back, including a cozy room with a fireplace.

Your outfit looks good in the prototype. I'm sure there will be people in all manner of dress there. Do mind Jack, the friendly doorman, though. He is not a fan of contemporary kilts (though he did once express a slight interest in Steve's Freedom Kilts), so I'd avoid striking up much of a conversation with him if you don't want a scowl to go with your evening's entertainment.

Regards,
Rex.

[OFCJAX]

We "Jacks" can be very oppinionated men.

Just ask Dana............or anyone who's ever met me.

Besides, If I gave a Rodents Glutius Maximus about what others think I'd be out of ALOT of Rodents Glutius Maximus'.

Oh yeah, I hope we get near the fireplace!

[MacDanar]

Dana put you up to that didn't she?

Just kidding Toots

Great minds... Seriously, though, I like both looks. I can't decide. I'm pretty sure I know which one he's going with, regardless of how I vote.

We "Jacks" can be very oppinionated men.

Just ask Dana............or anyone who's ever met me.

He is not kidding. BUT... I am my grandmother's granddaughter. She shot straight from the hip (she was born in Glasgow), and as J.T. will tell you, I have my moments like that as well. Two of a kind, we are.

[MacDanar]

There is more dining in the back, including a cozy room with a fireplace.

Your outfit looks good in the prototype. I'm sure there will be people in all manner of dress there. Do mind Jack, the friendly doorman, though. He is not a fan of contemporary kilts (though he did once express a slight interest in Steve's Freedom Kilts), so I'd avoid striking up much of a conversation with him if you don't want a scowl to go with your evening's entertainment.

Regards,
Rex.

I'll bat my eyes at him and soothe the savage beast, should the need arise.

As far as the fireplace seats, I am down like four flat tires!