Fly Plaids - When, Where & Why?

[The Barry]

My fly plaid only comes out for formal events. I don't wear it to Burn's night, kilt nights, etc.. I'll wear one when I get married, but not to another couple's wedding. But I might bend the rules from time to time, if the event is formal, and I just 'feel' like it, I'll throw it on.

[Panache]

I wear my fly plaid almost every time I wear my Prince Charlie. I like it. If you like yours, wear it.

My fly plaid only comes out for formal events. I don't wear it to Burns' night, kilt nights, etc.. I'll wear one when I get married, but not to another couple's wedding. But I might bend the rules from time to time, if the event is formal, and I just 'feel' like it, I'll throw it on.

I have two fly plaids and though I love the look of one with formal wear, it really is a dashing look. Personally I feel that it is an element best used sparingly. As the MC of our Nor Cal Burns Night Supper I wore mine proudly. I'm not sure if I would if I would wear it were I not in such a prominent role at a gathering though.

I believe if that one has at least a full black tie formal outfit then it is worthwhile to have a fly plaid for those events that you really want to stand out in. Hey you never know when you might have to get married!

Cheers

Jamie

[Scotus]

what you are suggesting is the wrong time, the wrong place and with the wrong attire.

I'll not be as polite as Jock Scot. I say please, do not wear a fly plaid with a sweater, as you indicate in your original post. This would look horrible. A fly plaid should never, ever be worn with a sweater.

[piperdbh]

The weight of a fly plaid would distort a sweater, unless it were pinned to a shirt underneath. Dinna dae it, lad.