Re: Kilt Debut: Christmas & Anniversary

Originally Posted by
azwildcat96
Very dapper indeed! I, for one, very much like the matching burgundy hose, tie, and pocket square. And, that brooch is magnificent.
If you're looking for nits, have you considered hose flashes/ties, and a sgian dubh? Neither is neccesary, and you look complete without them, but they might make for a nice addition to an already great outfit.
Thank you! I did win two pairs of garter ties (yellow and red) on eBay a couple weeks ago. Both brand new, $8 per set (which I thought was good). They are actually Pennine Garters for hunting hose. I assume they are the same for kilt hose. I was going to wear the yellow (to bring out the stripe in the tartan), but they didn't really "cooperate." Kinda stiff and I wasn't happy with the way they were tying. Please note: This is not a slam on the garters themselves. They appear to be excellent quality. This is simply a matter of my inexperience with them. Perhaps someone could let me know if several washings might "soften them up" a bit.
As for a sgian dubh, that is on my wish list. I really didn't want to purchase a "cheap, plastic, place-holder." When I get one, I want a quality piece. And now that you mention it, one of my parishioners asked me on Christmas Day why I wasn't wearing one, if it was because I am clergy. I told him when the congregation authorized a raise for me, I'd buy one. (Sometimes I'm just evil that way!) But it is on my list of "things to do." Again, thanks for the comments.
The Rev. William B. Henry, Jr.
"With Your Shield or On It!"
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