New Argyll jacket, round II

**Mr. Kilt** · 25th November 05, 03:36 PM

I took some of your suggestions to heart and snapped a couple more pics. Jacket is un-buttoned and I changed to cream hose. I still need a decent tie, though. I never usually wear one so I have a very limited selection. Hopefully Karen gets me a couple of nice ones for Christmas.

**Colin** · 25th November 05, 03:42 PM

Looks great Al!!!!

**bikercelt1** · 25th November 05, 03:47 PM

Looks good Al. You're right though, gotta do something about that tie.

Jamie

**Mr. Kilt** · 25th November 05, 03:55 PM

Originally Posted by bikercelt1

Looks good Al. You're right though, gotta do something about that tie.

Jamie

Yeah, yeah, I know.

I own a total of three ties (not counting the two retro 80's leather ties)...this one, a striped one from my Calgary Transit uniform, and a bright green one. I have no idea where I got the green one from, but it's too bright for this outfit. It's considerably brighter than the flashes. I tried it on and almost threw up when I checked in the mirror.

**Iolaus** · 25th November 05, 04:06 PM

Originally Posted by Al G. Sporrano

I still need a decent tie, though. I never usually wear one so I have a very limited selection. Hopefully Karen gets me a couple of nice ones for Christmas.

It's not a uniform... have you considered going without?

I don't wear ties either; when I got married, I chose some sort of button cover for the top button rather than wear a noose.

**Bob C** · 25th November 05, 04:17 PM

I'll say it again - the jacket looks great. The off-white hose are a HUGE improvement. You're stylin' for sure, now!

**Kilted Stuart** · 25th November 05, 05:16 PM

Just hit your local low price clothing store. Here it would be a Zellers or Sears ( I don't know about out west) and buy a plain black tie(matte or silk like finish and not the old skinny one). You should be able to get one for $8- $15 or more if you want silk. Goes with any kilt and jacket and is the easyest way to dress up that argyle.

Kilted Stuart

**macwilkin** · 25th November 05, 05:33 PM

As the Irish would say, Al, "Grand...just grand!" Good on ya! :mrgreen:

The Argyll jacket and shirt would not look right to me without a tie; What sort of emblem is on your tie? I can't tell from the pictures. You might see what type of ties Matt can get you through the Museum to match flashes. A nice hunter or dark green would look nice, INMHO. Personally, I like ties. It's just a matter of finding the right one.

I really like your variant of the Irish National, btw.

Cheers,

Todd

ps: like your Four Provinces flag sticker on the filing cabinet as well!

**Cawdorian** · 25th November 05, 06:59 PM

Al,

The outfit looks great, my compliments, you might try a bottle green wool tie to match your flashes. The are readily available from any of the Scottish merchandise retailers who stock Lochcarron merchandise.

**Mr. Kilt** · 25th November 05, 07:26 PM

Thanks guys! I'll check out Matt's selection of ties, as well as the local Scottish shops selections. I might send my wife out with the flashes so she can get a decent match. LOL

Iolus...I don't like ties at all, but I don't think the outfit would look right without one. Damned if I do, damned if I don't.

Cajun...this kilt is the one that Chris, from Southern Celts, made. He had it listed for sale on the forum awhile back, I managed to be lucky enough to get it.
The two stickers came from a shop at the Highland Games back in September. One is the Irish crest, the other is for Co. Antrim, where my grandfather came from.