So Jock, here is what I have taken away from this thread (and some others that seem related).

1. Most importantly, wear the kilt at the top of the knee.

2. A day jacket will do for every event I will be invited to attend.
Also, the saxon jacket I have cut down no longer looks right to me after seeing all of the pics in this thread and I will need to order a proper replacement.

3.Think understated, not flashy.

I am now disillusioned of the romantic past, however still find the pictures inspirational.

Thanks to all the shared here,
Joe