A Multitude of Photographical Examples of How I approach Traditional Highland Dress

**creagdhubh** · 30th March 10, 06:54 AM

Originally Posted by ThistleDown

Nicely done, Kyle.

Thanks Thistledown!

**creagdhubh** · 30th March 10, 07:06 AM

Originally Posted by M. A. C. Newsome

Kyle,

You look very appropriately dressed in all of the photos, whether formal or casual.

I noticed a tattersal shirt in a few of the photos. I think tattersal looks especially appropriate for Highland day wear.

I also agree with your opinion of the Prince Charlie -- I would very much favor a regulation doublet myself, or a simple black Argyle, which is what I wear.

Regarding your wife's sash, I think it looks perfectly fine as pictured! The "tradition" dictating on what shoulder the sash may be worn is one that I think should be consigned to the trash bin. In my research, it seems to be a "tradition" that has no real prescedent and was just made up for the sake of having rules -- and not that long ago, at that. I say let the ladies' wear their sashed how they wish!

http://albanach.org/sash.htm

Matt,

Thanks for the kind comments, I appreciate them. I am pleased that we tend to have the same likes in terms of Highland dress. I have seen many of your photos at your blog, and on the gift shop website, you always look very smart, and I love how you "step outside the box" with different variations of hose, jackets, sporrans, the whole kit! I am finally reaching that point. It's funny how one's mentality towards Highland attire shifts at times, and I think that may often depend upon how one sees others wearing their Highland attire, and thus becomes inspired. You have definitely done that for me mate!Thanks for the sash comments. I only really brought it up becuase one person said something to me about my wife's sash at the end of that specific night. The person was very cordial and respectful, and I definitely knew better and just didn't even think of it! I agree with you completely with regards to the whole sash topic!

Cheers mate,

**creagdhubh** · 30th March 10, 07:07 AM

Originally Posted by Schiehallion

Fantastic set of pics and they show how well and co-ordinated you look, and very handsome might I add.

The comments about the ladies' sash. It is at odds with with the Chiefs Lady and what the RSCDS say as to which shoulder, so I agree that any is ok and not to be so pedantic about what is correct or not. Let us move into the 21st century and enjoy wearing tartan sashes for the lady on any shoulder.

Thanks mate!

**creagdhubh** · 30th March 10, 07:10 AM

Originally Posted by mull

Kyle,
What strikes me is how well the casual look comes off. Formal is expected to be fancy and so I think we focus on it too much. The more relaxed pics show a level of comfort with the kilt that I appreciate.
Joe

Joe,

Thank you for your comments. I agree with you with regards to the more relaxed pics of me, I do feel extremely comfortable in that manner of dress. The kilt has never been an hinderance for me whilst wearing it, rather the opposite, and I think the kilt, and all its accessories, should always feel that way-even with the more formal, fancy dress!

Cheers,

**creagdhubh** · 30th March 10, 07:12 AM

Originally Posted by NewEnglander

Well done, cousin. Thanks for sharing. I don't have much call for dressing formally, so I'm also glad to see some more casual pics...especially showcasing the MacPherson tartan!

Thank you for your comments cousin. We must ALWAYS showcase our bonnie Macpherson tartan!

Creag dhubh cousin,

**creagdhubh** · 30th March 10, 07:16 AM

Originally Posted by CMcG

Great pics and thanks for sharing. Your wardrobe is both admirable and covetable!

I'm also a big fan of threads with many pics. FYI there is a limit on the number of pics per post but not per thread. Nothing categorically wrong with breaking up a photo spread into three threads, but I prefer to put them into three posts within the same thread for the sake of continuity.

Gotcha, thanks!

**creagdhubh** · 30th March 10, 07:16 AM

Originally Posted by MrShoe

Nicholson's is one of my absolute Pub's in the country.
Awesome beer selection and the best variety of Scotch on tap I have seen.

Your outfit selections are quite nice. Thanks for the pictures.

Yes it is-fantastic pub! Thanks for your comments mate.

**JSFMACLJR** · 30th March 10, 07:30 AM

Well done, Kyle. Thanks for sharing all of these photos.

**creagdhubh** · 30th March 10, 07:37 AM

Originally Posted by JSFMACLJR

Well done, Kyle. Thanks for sharing all of these photos.

Thank you! I am working on incorporating more tartan waistcoats, cut on the bias (3 and 5 button), into my Highland wardrobe. I love your attire, featured in your avatar. Absolutely spot on!