Traditional vs. Classic

What I see as traditional are the materials used in the making of kilts, jackets, etc...
What I see as classic is the style in which these garments are made.

100% worsted wool in a tartan is what is traditional for kilts. The 8yd, hand stitched, knife pleated kilt will always be classic style of kilt. Sure its not as old as other styles, but in its 150 odd year existance it has become the "standard". And I think that is what makes it classic.

For daywear jackets and waistcoats, tweed or other rough textured wools is traditional. The two button jacket with gauntlet cuffs and a five button waistcoat is classic.

For evening wear, fine woolens or velvet is traditional. The Regulation, Montrose, Kenmore, and Sherrifmuir are classic. Sorry, I just don't see the Argyll or PC as classic.

Frankly, when it comes to evening dress here in the US, most folks look like they stepped out of a Celtic Croft or Scottish Lion catalog. I think if we were to attend a ball in the Highlands, we would truely see what is traditional and classic.