Review My Attire (Black Tie)

**BoldHighlander** · 4th November 10, 02:25 PM

Originally Posted by artificer

I'll be wearing a sporran quite similar to the below left, as well.

Can't wait to see it Scott!

**PEEDYC** · 4th November 10, 03:18 AM

I like the look. I was always taught that the kilt pin should be worn about two inches up from the bottom of the apron and about two inches in from the "frill". I understood that its function was to hold the apron in place if windy or dancing etc. As far as PC or Argyle jacket, I wear a PC to very formal functions especially as it has a pocket in each tail which is very handy for the hip flask. My Argyle has an inside pocket and a bulge of the flask can be seen. (I don't want to share)

**LANCER1562** · 19th November 10, 10:01 PM

I am attending a St. Andrews Ball next Saturday and am planning to go with a similar look with my kilt in Kerr Modern. I am torn between wearing burgundy or bottle green hose as I do not own any Argyle or Diced hose. The only flashes I have either match the tartan or are the same dark green as the kilt hose. Which hose/flash combination would you recommend?

**artificer** · 20th November 10, 06:00 AM

Originally Posted by LANCER1562

I am attending a St. Andrews Ball next Saturday and am planning to go with a similar look with my kilt in Kerr Modern. I am torn between wearing burgundy or bottle green hose as I do not own any Argyle or Diced hose. The only flashes I have either match the tartan or are the same dark green as the kilt hose. Which hose/flash combination would you recommend?

Assuming you mean the below Kerr (Tartan Ferret)

and don't wish to buy anything new, I'd go with the burgundy hose and the green flashes.

IF you are willing to drop $20, I'd get some red flashes or garter ties, and then you can wear your green hose.

**Jack Daw** · 21st November 10, 07:10 PM

I think your kit looks very fine! I particularly like the penannular instead of the usual kilt pin. I also wear a penannular every now and then and prefer it. Kudos also on tying the tie yourself. Don't hesitate to make the bow less than perfect so that everyone knows you tied it!

**artificer** · 21st November 10, 07:24 PM

Thanks, Jack Daw.

The tie and shirt are the two bits of the outfit I was sure I had under control. I've worn the same style shirt for the better part of the last two decades, and this is the SAME tie I've worn for that same amount of time.

The tie is actually starting to show it's age. I'll miss it when it's gone. It's been to some ripping parties, my wedding, and a few very nice dinners.

The penannular is really nice, much nicer in person than in pix. It's also light, which I like. I know it runs contrary to the purpose of a kilt pin (holding down the apron), but I do hate when I feel that constant weight bumping into my right thigh.

Hopefully our WARPIPER will log on and post the pix that were shot from the big 'do'.

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