untraditional traditions

[Downunder Kilt]

This is what I call a t-shirt:


This is what I call an A-shirt or "wife-beater" (sorry, I know that term seems offensive, but that's really what most know them as...):


I consider both to be undergarments and don't wear them unless under other shirts.

David

In Australia the top photo is a Tshirt and the bottom photo is that of a singlet which is usually worn under other clothing except when they are blue and you work as a manual labourer, outside in the heat of summer. I believe the term singlet or undervest is used in the UK for the same item

[Bugbear]

Yes, it was JSFMACLJR's, and davidlpope's post 26, and thirty, that lead me to ponder whether we are all talking about the same thing.

I can asure you that some of the shirts I have been calling "T-shirts" would not work as an under garment, and are not intended to be worn as such.

I'll have to wait for comments on the pictures to understand...

[davidlpope]

I'll have to wait for comments on the pictures to understand...

Ted,

Sorry for not being helpful. When I say "t-shirt", I'm really referring to a wide range of shirts that are made of a "jersey"-type material (as opposed to broadcloth) that are "crew-necked", usually with a ribbed band around the neck opening and do not have a button placket or any sort of "fold-down" collar. Some of these are plain white, some are colored, some of these have a print on the front or back, some even have pockets on the left breast.

David

[Bugbear]

Thanks davidlpope.

Just to make sure I understand what you are saying, you consider all of those T-shirts to be undergarments including the ones that have the pocket etc?

* Ok I reread your post with the pictures to see what you are saying and your answer. Thanks.

[davidlpope]

Thanks davidlpope.

Just to make sure I understand what you are saying, you consider all of those T-shirts to be undergarments including the ones that have the pocket etc?

No. Just all the ones that I own. In general, though, I just find that t-shirts, even those designed to be worn as an outer shirt, are too casual to be worn when I leave the house.

David

[Good Egg]

I think most people in the UK would call it a vest, but would understand the term singlet. Singlet would normally be used when it is being worn for sports.

Come on X markers, the challenge is out there somebody should design a uniquely American style of jacket or other accessory for wear with a kilt. Whilst it should not offend traditional conventions it should be American enough that it is fairly obvious the wearer is American.

[artificer]

Come on X markers, the challenge is out there somebody should design a uniquely American style of jacket or other accessory for wear with a kilt. Whilst it should not offend traditional conventions it should be American enough that it is fairly obvious the wearer is American.

How about a modified 'Ike' jacket? .

I'd prefer a nicer fabric (tweed or woolen suiting material) and toned down button though, with the brass buttons it looks like part of a policeman's uniform.

It's about as close to an uniquely "American-Style" as I could come up with. With it's short waist, it would ride similarly to a doublet.

[CMcG]

How about a modified 'Ike' jacket? <snip>

As worn by Riverkilt with flatcap and boots, it has plenty of promise. Definitely not THCD but very sharp:

[macwilkin]

Don't forget that the Ike Jacket was based on the British Battledress Blouse.

T.

[Jock Scot]

Ah yes the "Ike" jacket, modelled on the British Battle Dress blouse I believe. No try again! LOL.