Black and White Houndstooth Tweed Kilt Jacket and Waistcoat - What do you think?

[creagdhubh]

Greetings,

In a few months, I will be ordering another new kilt jacket and waistcoat to be worn with my Highland day attire and have always been quite fond of the black and white houndstooth pattern. I have had the pleasure of seeing such a smart looking jacket in person once before on our forum's own, Sandy MacLean (JSFMACLJR). I have also been rather fond of the late Duke of Windsor's houndstooth tweed jacket that he wore with his kilt. It seems like such a versatile pattern that could potentially work well with almost any tartan, in almost any colour scheme. At the moment and as far as some of the construction/aesthetic details are concerned, I am drawn to having the jacket made up with genuine stag horn buttons in a medium brown colour, braided epaulettes, scalloped pocket flaps, gauntlet cuffs, a two button front closure, and a waistcoat with a five button front.

I am curious if any members of the rabble, besides Sandy (of course, you are more than welcome to chime in, Sandy!), have a Highland daywear jacket in this particular pattern and what your feelings are when wearing it with the kilt, or what the general feelings are from the rabble towards a houndstooth pattern with the kilt. Personally, I really like the look and that's all that matters, but I am curious about what the rabble thinks as well. Thank you.

The late Duke of Windsor.


The late Duke and Duchess of Windsor.


The late Duke of Windsor's houndstooth tweed kilt jacket and waistcoat in colour.


My houndstooth tweed pattern of choice in the 16 ounce, Kirkton range from Lovat Mill.


Kind regards,