Critique invited

**robbiethepiper** · 27th February 11, 01:08 PM

Excellent. Nice to see someone who understands complementary colours - the tasteful middle road beteen clash and matchy-matchy. Particularly like the day belt! Personally I would prefer brown shoes to go with belt/sporran but admit that's being picky and know others disagree...

**Downunder Kilt** · 27th February 11, 02:46 PM

Originally Posted by English Bloke

Outstanding! You know that ensemble looks the business and you've only posted the pictures to show off that beautiful sporran. I've got the measure of you Sir...

Great effort. Love it.

No cricket comments from me though. Like Jock, I am aware that this is a kilt forum so it would be remiss to bring up that the Australians fared so badly this year against one of the best English cricketing sides of all time. And that the only reason you won the Perth test is 'cause the English let you. I wouldn't say anything like that... Not me! Oh no... not me.

(it was a cracking contest though you have to admit. And the Rugby World Cup to come... Can't wait.)

You've seen right through me John

As for that that game in Perth I believe you guys did let us win

, to keep the interest up in the series. As the world cup is in full swing I can only hope that the final is between you and us

**xman** · 27th February 11, 03:30 PM

You look fantastic!

**The Barry** · 28th February 11, 10:03 AM

Yep, I've got nothing, you look great! Well done

**Highlander31** · 1st March 11, 02:29 AM

Looks solid to me.

**RussellSm** · 1st March 11, 06:11 AM

Quite a smart looking kit. I especially like the sporran. Only suggestion that I have would be a pair of brown ghillies. With this I think you would look every bit the highland laird.

**davidlpope** · 1st March 11, 06:29 AM

Originally Posted by RussellSm

Quite a smart looking kit. I especially like the sporran. Only suggestion that I have would be a pair of brown ghillies. With this I think you would look every bit the highland laird.

I have yet to see a photo of a highland laird, clan chief, etc. wearing brown ghillie brogues. In fact, those who wear ghillie brogues at all seem to be rare. Can you help me out?

Cordially,

David

**Jock Scot** · 1st March 11, 06:39 AM

Originally Posted by RussellSm

Quite a smart looking kit. I especially like the sporran. Only suggestion that I have would be a pair of brown ghillies. With this I think you would look every bit the highland laird.

Actually ghillie brogues are not often worn up here for day to day wear by the locals, including lairds, and in 70 plus years I cannot recall seeing a brown pair.

**macwilkin** · 1st March 11, 07:28 AM

I rather like the "rising sun" badge as a kilt pin! Good on ya!

T.

**beloitpiper** · 1st March 11, 07:41 AM

Downunder, you look splendid. However,

Originally Posted by lukeyrobertson

Dear Downunder, what a fine kilt outfit! I think the rougher grass adds to the flair of it all! What about brown shoes and a plain tie? I was taught to match the shoes and belt (not just for kiltwear). Is that old school? Great outfit! Most important though, is that you feel comfortable and free to be.

Originally Posted by Brian K

Wow!, 32 minutes and no response to this?

In all seriousness, Lukey, I'm not even kilted (yet) and one of the most important things I have learned here is that in the Highlands the idea of matching things, including leathers is not at all a concern - unlike with Saxon wear where matching seems to be paramount. From what I understand it is almost a requirement to wear black shoes and a brown sporran for day wear (HRH Prince Charles even does it, in fact).
According to that view, Downunder is splendidly turned out. I can only hope that I will be able to do it as well when it's my turn.

Regards,

Brian

I would side with lukeyrobertson on this one.