Kilt tux without Argyle or Prince Charlie

**scotsuru94** · 16th May 11, 02:50 PM

If one was to wear a kilt to a formal, yet not super Scottish Formal event, such as Prom, would it be acceptable for one who does not own a kilt jacket to wear a regular tuxedo jacket?

**Chas** · 16th May 11, 03:32 PM

Regular jackets, tuxedo or otherwise, tend to be far too long in the body. Personally, I think it would look silly. Far better to wear the tux jacket with the trousers that go with it and leave the kilt for another occasion.

Regards

Chas

**Steve Barclay** · 16th May 11, 03:36 PM

Originally Posted by Chas

Regular jackets, tuxedo or otherwise, tend to be far too long in the body. Personally, I think it would look silly. Far better to wear the tux jacket with the trousers that go with it and leave the kilt for another occasion.

Regards

Chas

....Or take a regular black jacket to a tailor to be converted into a kilt jacket.

**Chas** · 16th May 11, 03:45 PM

Don't know why, but I got the impression that there were financial or time constraints - foolish of me.

There are half a dozen good threads here about jacket conversions. At least one is, I believe, down loadable.

If nothing else, you will be able to give instructions to your tailor.

Regards

Chas

**tkdog** · 16th May 11, 04:04 PM

Originally Posted by Steve Barclay

....Or take a regular black jacket to a tailor to be converted into a kilt jacket.

That exactly what I just did to a tux jacket I picked up at the thrift store, and it turned out very nice. I'll be wearing it (and my bride) to a dining out this Friday. I'll try to post a pic after.

**Nighthawk** · 17th May 11, 11:21 AM

Originally Posted by Steve Barclay

....Or take a regular black jacket to a tailor to be converted into a kilt jacket.

That was my thought! It really just needs to be shortened.

**vmac3205** · 17th May 11, 12:24 PM

Originally Posted by Nighthawk

That was my thought! It really just needs to be shortened.

In addition to that, you can add epaulettes, cuffs, and silver buttons.

**chrisupyonder** · 16th May 11, 03:42 PM

Same here as per Chas.

I got a ex-hire Argyll from here. Half the price on new and the one I received had never been out on hire. The pockets were still stiched up and was brand new.

http://www.nicolsonkiltmakers.com/in...ll-jacket.html

Chris.

**MacMillan of Rathdown** · 16th May 11, 03:44 PM

As Chas has pointed out, a tux jacket won't look right. That said, most tux shops also rent Spencer jackets (which look like a Prince Charlie without the tails), and these are fine with a kilt.

Which ever you choose to wear, remember: NO WHITE SOCKS.

**MacMillan of Rathdown** · 16th May 11, 03:47 PM

Originally Posted by scotsuru94

If one was to wear a kilt to a formal, yet not super Scottish Formal event, such as Prom, would it be acceptable for one who does not own a kilt jacket to wear a regular tuxedo jacket?

Four opinions: 3 from the UK and 1 from the USA. If you'd add a line saying where you live, it might make it easier for others to offer sage advice...