Adding kilt bows/rosettes?

[Woodsheal]

My favorite kilt is my US Army tartan, except for the fact that the sett has no red in it for my branch, the Artillery. So, I'm toying with the idea of adding red kilt bows or rosettes, as these are a military feature.

Trying to decide which version I like better (leaning towards the rosettes), and whether or not my kilt would look cool... or goofy! What say you?

[Seumas52]

Hey Brian, my personal preference goes to the rosettes rather than the bows.
I think the rosettes look more traditional. Just my opininon.

[csbdr]

I too like the rosettes, but personally think the whole thing looks out of place in most civilian circumstances. A little goofy...but that's just me.

[Seanmhair]

Perhaps if the rosette is in proportion to the standard kilt pin, too large would look awkward.

[Semiomniscient]

I think I like the bows rather than the rosettes. I don't ever see them in my neck of the woods. But when I was up in NC visiting the STM in Franklin I saw a man with them. At first glance I didn't care for them, but at second and third glances, I thought they looked quite smart and dignified.

[JSFMACLJR]

I think rosettes are acceptible if you are in uniform and are required to wear them. Otherwise, I think they don't have a place in civilian dress.

[Semiomniscient]

I think rosettes are acceptible if you are in uniform and are required to wear them. Otherwise, I think they don't have a place in civilian dress.

From this can we surmise that you prefer the bows Sandy?

[Brian K]

From this can we surmise that you prefer the bows Sandy?

IIRC, even what the OP called bows are actually referred to as rosettes in Highland units. And I would agree with Sandy that it would look wrong in civilian attire. Rosettes, bows or whatever you want to call them are parts of a uniform.

Regards,

Brian

[Friday]

I agree about the lack of red in the US Army Tartan, a shameful oversight. When I was at Fort Sill two years ago I picked up one of the embroidered cross cannon patches that were worn on officers hats in the late 1800's. I put to pins through a piece of lether and glued it to the patch. My kilt pin(s) miniature Vietnam Service Ribbon, Unit Crest, and the cross cannon patch.

I could also see a simple red patch, similar to the patch on the Balmoral, with the brass cross cannons, or unit crest.

[NorCalPiper]

Once a decorum for military, I am on a quest to bring these adornments to civilian wear. I am now rosetted constantly-And I might add it adds soooo much to your kilted look. If you can adron your cell phone, or ear lobes, why not the kilt. Here's me in my MAtt Newsome Box Pleat with matching rosettes-



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