Formal Kilt Oufit - Help!

[Alan H]

Hey, that looks pretty good. I like it.

You might consider getting some buttons that are twins to the jackets buttons, but one size smaller, and use those on the vest. However, what you have works, IMHO. A little blind stitching and some ironing and you're good to go.

BTW, I think that tartan bow tie looks good with Matt's Kilt...but that's just my opinion. Either black or tartan works. You might be able to get a Hunting Mac Leod bow tie off of ebay.

[Captain]

I think the no vest/co cumberbund with the belt looks pretty good myself. A vest wouldn't look bad, if it was the right vest... which that one isn't... maybe the modifications listed by Alan would be alright...

[turpin]

You've got it nailed now. I do agree with Chef and Alan about the smaller buttons. 9 big buttons together just looks a bit too .... buttony.

[billmcc]

The shortened vest looks good. I also like the cummerbund, which would be cooler and more comfortable to wear during the summer.

[Panache]

You've got it nailed now. I do agree with Chef and Alan about the smaller buttons. 9 big buttons together just looks a bit too .... buttony.

It must be the glare off the buttons. The vest buttons are the same as the smaller ones on the epaulettes and cuffs (just under 3/4 of an inch) while the rest of the jacket buttons are about an inch.)

I went out and picked up a new larger black satin bow tie (for a whopping $8) which matches the vest perfectly.

When the F-H.C.A.G. gets the vest sewn up I'll post a final picture.

Thanks again friends!

Cheers

[David Dalglish]

Your getting there Panache. the vest looks good

[Canadian_Kilt]

The vest looks great - I'd maybe do it a touch shorter.

If the buckle wasn't round, the belt would still be my choice. I still don't like the cumberbund, but the black bowtie looks MUCH better and more formal.

[walkerk]

Glad that you worked this out.

Now more importantly: What will the F-H.C.A.G. be wearing? I'm voting for the red dress.

Got myself a tweed jacket that needs converting. Is your new tailor familiar with what needs to be done?

[Panache]

...Now more importantly: What will the F-H.C.A.G. be wearing? I'm voting for the red dress.

The lovely Flame-Haired Celtic Amazon Goddess has quite a few slinky cocktail / evening dresses. I believe she has a black and red number that is the most likely candidate for the Burns Night Supper. I really shouldn't be so worried about my formal outfit. With her on my arm who is going to be looking at me? :confused:

...Got myself a tweed jacket that needs converting. Is your new tailor familiar with what needs to be done?

Ms. Thanh did fine work on the tux. But she didn't have to mess with the sporran cutaway or modifying the pockets. I've been on the lookout for a green or charcoal sportcoat at the thrift store for a coat that's in-between my my Tweed and my PJ jackets. I will take it to her with my tweed to show her exactly what I want.

Cheers

[Panache]

OK Gang,

The lovely Flame-Haired Celtic Amazon Goddess sewed up the vest and I put on my new bow tie.

Here is the final version.







I raise my glass to all that offered their opinions! You were all very helpful.

Cheers