Review My Attire (Black Tie)

[YoungMan]

Even in the absence of red stripes, I think that like diced hose, claret/maroon hose can be just the right counter to a coordinated outfitted. Regular red is far too bright IMHO, but a claret would set it off well I think. However, navy or black or any dark color is a no lose set of choices.

[Highlander31]

Well done, Scott. I would also recommend a pocket square to finish off the look.

Look forward to seeing your sgian when it's completed.

[The Thing]

Looks fantastic.......only one thing missing.................a full glass of champagne .Have a good time at the ball.

[Deil the Yin]

I think the outfit is smashing! And I love your sporran too!

SM

How could I have overlooked that smashing sporran?! Excellent well, sir! Isn't skunk and pole cat the same thing? It is down here... As for badgers: KRIKEY! Let's not go there, eh? He definitely looks cranky.

I must say I stand corrected on the red hose as I, too, somehow took the purple stripe to be red. Good call Mr Newsome.

Lookin' forward to event piccies!!! *wink*wink*nudge*nudge*

[artificer]

How could I have overlooked that smashing sporran?! Excellent well, sir!

Thanks mate.
Shaun was referring to the sporran because it's the kid-brother to the one I made for him a few short months ago.

You can see my original thread http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/f...unk-wip-61052/.

His review HERE.

And it in action HERE.

I created this one to test a few new techniques for later pieces.

Now that my Tartan Ball is done with, I'm planning on posting it for sale next week.

Hopefully pix of the event will be forthcoming soon.

[Jack Daw]

Thanks mate.
Shaun was referring to the sporran because it's the kid-brother to the one I made for him a few short months ago.

You can see my original thread http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/f...unk-wip-61052/.

His review HERE.

And it in action HERE.

I created this one to test a few new techniques for later pieces.

Now that my Tartan Ball is done with, I'm planning on posting it for sale next week.

Hopefully pix of the event will be forthcoming soon.

I saw the sporran you made for Shaun at the Salado festival and it's a handsome piece.

[Irish Jack O'Brian]

You look very sharp. Change nothing. But...having asked for a review...

I love pocket squares, on everything but black tie. A white silk or linen kerchief seems to cut the lines of the black too much for me. I do however like a boutonniere. Also, your bow tie is a little too perfect - the beauty of the bow tie is best shown with a bit of insouciance.

As a model, I always liked the way this guy did it:

[MacRobert's Reply]

Very dapper, Artificer. No changes needed IMHO although others have suggested many valid alternatives. I would endorse the pocket square and a dress sgian dubh as appropriate additions.

[WARPIPER]

Looks Great and will be perfect for the Ball. See you there.

[artificer]

It's the look that I aspire for...I'd like a regulation doublet someday...but the Argyll Jacket is MUCH more versatile...so that will be the first purchase. I think I'd recommend green or red hose...my preference would be Argyll (#1) or Diced (#2)...but you already shared your thoughts and reasoning...and I respect that.

All that being said...you could definitely go dressed as is and you'd be one of the best dressed men in the room hands down. Well done!!

My future aspirations include a doublet as well, although I'm aiming toward a Montrose or Sheriffmuir in either claret or deep, inky blue velvet. When my tartan is woven and crafted into a kilt I'm DEFINITELY going to drop the green for Argyll hose to match. I'll be wearing a sporran quite similar to the below left, as well.

Looks Great and will be perfect for the Ball. See you there.

Ah, more good news! We'll see you there