Matchy-Matchy or Contrast in highland attire? Psst... here is the secret

[ForresterModern]

*** to Jamie's OP and specifically replies from Zardoz (haven't seen you in a flat cap lately my friend) and Tobus and OCRichard, as well as pretty much everybody else's comments (not entering the realm of the french blue underwear though---sorry John).

Granted, you wear what you have, but at some point you have to choose what to buy so you have it to wear. And I think, unless you are severely constrained financially such that you MUST shop the thrift good/ second hand stores for whatever is available in your size in items to wear with the kilt, then there comes a time when you must exert free will in the decision of what items and in what colors/styles/patterns to purchase them. Therein lies the intrinsic nature of one's "style", in the choice when one has a choice. Each man has his own sense of style and/or utility in those purchases/procurements that will in the end determine his "look". Most have some modicum of style sense and do fine on their own, others little or none and must rely on what social norms "suggest" (almost said "dictate") look right when worn together (never mind the color blind, who actually may have an advantage here). I think that is why this forum is so helpful, as one can in pictures and illustrations see various options from the extreme ends of the spectrum from matchy-matchy through whatever-your-hand-touches-first-in-the-closet-or-dresser-drawer to the frankly garish throw-caution-to-the-wind approach, before one needs make the decision what to buy for ones self. And trying various combinations/configurations of what one already has in ones wardrobe, at home in front of the mirror or even with a friend or spouse taking pictures helps to be able to critique ones self, or ask others to aid in said critique (aid not direct).

But in the end, wear what you own or can obtain, wear or choose what makes you feel comfortable in the kilt (lord knows that being comfortable socially in a kilt these days can be hard at times), and by doing so find that peace and confidence in yourself, your clothes, your style, as that final piece of the puzzle is what ultimately determines what looks "right" for you. Not someone else's classification of matchy-matchy or contrasting chaos. Comfort, both physical and mental, and confidence. Kilt on.

j

[Grizzly]

Absolutely spot on Jeff. Very well said.

[mookien]

*** to Jamie's OP and specifically replies from Zardoz (haven't seen you in a flat cap lately my friend) and Tobus and OCRichard, as well as pretty much everybody else's comments (not entering the realm of the french blue underwear though---sorry John). ...

Jeff: No need to apologize. I empathize with your reluctance to enter "the realm of the french blue underwear". In fact if you re-read my two posts on the subject, you will see that I, too, have a revulsion to french blue underwear.

Now, navy blue is another matter. But, as I wrote, I always try to wear a sombrero when I walk around in jockey shorts of any color.

John

PS: I am one of those who doesn't even have modicum (not even a "modicumito) of style sense. Friday night I donned a kilt and sweatshirt to go out to the pub with family and friends (yes, surprisingly perhaps, I do have those).

The Scotland logo on the navy blue sweatshirt contains equal proportions of bright red and yellow. I was wearing navy blue hose and was having difficulty deciding whether to wear red or yellow garters. I cut the Gordian knot, so to speak, by wearing one red garter and one yellow one. I am not lying.

When my wife saw me, the first words out of her mouth were, "Take those off. They look gaudy". Naturally, I assumed she was talking about my navy blue jockey shorts, but she quickly quashed that notion. I ended up the evening wearing a pair of garters from my Chessboard mustard hose. They have both read and mustard threads in the fringe.

[Shedlock2000]

PS: I am one of those who doesn't even have modicum (not even a "modicumito) of style sense. Friday night I donned a kilt and sweatshirt to go out to the pub with family and friends (yes, surprisingly perhaps, I do have those).

The Scotland logo on the navy blue sweatshirt contains equal proportions of bright red and yellow. I was wearing navy blue hose and was having difficulty deciding whether to wear red or yellow garters. I cut the Gordian knot, so to speak, by wearing one red garter and one yellow one. I am not lying.

When my wife saw me, the first words out of her mouth were, "Take those off. They look gaudy". Naturally, I assumed she was talking about my navy blue jockey shorts, but she quickly quashed that notion. I ended up the evening wearing a pair of garters from my Chessboard mustard hose. They have both read and mustard threads in the fringe.

Bahahahahahaha

Erm, What colour is 'French Blue'.....exactly?

[mookien]

... Erm, What colour is 'French Blue'.....exactly?

Well, for an authoritative answer we're going to have to hear from Chas. He brought it up in the first place.

IMHO, if you mix navy blue with french legume and add a dash of King Arthur flour, you get something approaching "french blue". In hex that would be #0066FF. CAUTION: My color sense is not quite as refined as my style sense.

[sailortats]

I don't understand this aversion to "french blue." Here is a pic, very small I admit, but I took it from the buyakilt.com web page of a french blue ruche tie. I really like the color.

[mookien]

I don't understand this aversion to "french blue." Here is a pic, very small I admit, but I took it from the buyakilt.com web page of a french blue ruche tie. I really like the color.

I can't speak for anyone other than myself, but I don't have an aversion to the color. In fact I rather like it in ties. I do have an aversion to french blue jockey shorts. I much prefer black or navy blue.

[Shedlock2000]

IMHO, if you mix navy blue with french legume and add a dash of King Arthur flour, you get something approaching "french blue".

Perfectly clear! You're a Kantian!

[sailortats]

I do have an aversion to french blue jockey shorts. I much prefer black or navy blue.

Have to agree with you here 100% mate.

[Geoff Withnell]

I can't speak for anyone other than myself, but I don't have an aversion to the color. In fact I rather like it in ties. I do have an aversion to french blue jockey shorts. I much prefer black or navy blue.

Oddly enough, I have never thought of my jockey shorts making a fashion statement.