perceptions of formal attire

[Colin]

Here's how to make the most of the brown accesories http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/s...210#post277210

Go with black for formal IMHO

[MacTavishOfJapan]

Here's how to make the most of the brown accesories http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/s...210#post277210

Go with black for formal IMHO

Hamish is The Man! How did I know that was going to link to him before I clicked!

[Bob C]

Here's how to make the most of the brown accesories http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/s...210#post277210

Go with black for formal IMHO

Yes, Ham looks great. But, under no circumstances could that outfit be considered formal. He would tell you the same.

I know I'm repeating what others have said, but - black for formal and leave the Jacobite shirt at home.

[Andrew Green]

Hmmm...
You're right, that isn't exactly formal, but does clean up nice to be sure.
Although I like the idea of a darker brown jacket, that certainly looks good. I guess if brown is all I have at the time of the banquet, than that is what I shall wear... perhaps I can dig up a cleaner blak shirt than what I have at the moment in order to make a better appearance.

So, if most of you say to leave the Jacobite shirt at home, what functions would you wear them too?

[Bob C]

So, if most of you say to leave the Jacobite shirt at home, what functions would you wear them too?

Frankly, none. Maybe a Ren Faire.

[Andrew Green]

Is that because you view them as outdated, or because you view them as outlandish?

I actually like the look... but that could easily be just me.

[Bob C]

Outlandish. They look like part of a pirate costume. But, just as you say, that's just me. We all have our preferences.

Ironically, it might be appropriate today, this being "Talk Like a Pirate Day." www.talklikeapirate.com

[davedove]

So, if most of you say to leave the Jacobite shirt at home, what functions would you wear them too?

You could get away with one in a casual setting. For instance, I have seen people wearing similar shirts with jeans. The problem is that they have a "period" look to them, so they don't look like modern wear.

[Sir Robert]

It is in fact possable to do formalwear in brown, blue whatever and it WOULD be formal. The problem is that the symbology is that black tie is well, black. For example an Army "Dress Blue" is a tux equivilant even though it isn't black, the black bow tie is your clue as to it's formality.

[Blu (Ontario)]

... WHAT is considered formal attire? I know that black and often fur are part of a formal ensemble... but what about nice brown leather accoutrements?... Thoughts?

Just as with tuxedos, or evening gowns, "Formal" wear is what is currently accepted as formal wear. As far as kilt accessories is concerned, I don't think that includes brown. Notwithsatnding their great looks and clever arguments for their acceptance, brown is outside the "formal wear" family. Like so many of the fashion rules we accept, it doesn't make much sense but... when did they ever make sense!