Originally Posted by
IsaacW
Personally, I love a more vintage/historical look. The looks in MacLeay, have many parts that continue on to the present in terms of traditional and acceptable. Some items are less "acceptable" by some, but can be pulled off (in my opinion) without looking costumey. Patterned (tartan) hose with daywear, hair sporrans in the same situation, boots, etc. are examples of this.
Yes it's a bit of a grey area! Thing is, in the early 20th century Highland Dress became rigidly systematised with Day and Evening dress having specific sporrans, jackets, hose, footwear, etc.
The 19th century was far less rigid and things were mixed fairly freely, which makes the MacLeay portraits (and photos of the same period showing the same things) so refreshing to me.
I do the same thing, my go-to sporran, goat hair (which in 20th century Highland Dress doesn't belong anywhere) worn with tweed
In the spirit of these guys
Last edited by OC Richard; 29th April 16 at 04:36 AM.
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