Semi-formal outfit...opinions wanted within

**Bob C** · 16th December 05, 12:33 PM

Originally Posted by Iolaus

No disrespect intended to Rocky, but I think that the badge takes away from the outfit in a formal or semi-formal use. I realize it's in the traditional place for a pin, but it's still brand advertising, and, in my opinion, has no place in a "dress" situation.

That said, I'd go with Glassman's suggestion for a jacket; a tux is probably too formal.

That jumped out at me, too. To my eye, it ruins what would otherwise be a very nice outfit.

possingk - I like how your lady's eyes match your kilt hose. :grin:

**A Dhuglas** · 16th December 05, 02:08 PM

Originally Posted by Colin

First things first, don't wear a regular suit jacket. I speak again from experience. It looks sloppy. www.scottishkilts.net has the best prices online for argyle jackets, and some packages include the waistcoat. The proper jacket helps enormously...

Haven't purchased from them yet but J. H. Higgins offers good prices, selection and they're in the US so shipping might be less painful:
http://www.jhiggins.net/sf_proddetai...5CP4S1G6MBIN9D

**Avonlea22** · 16th December 05, 03:22 PM

Originally Posted by A Dhuglas

Haven't purchased from them yet but J. H. Higgins offers good prices, selection and they're in the US so shipping might be less painful:
http://www.jhiggins.net/sf_proddetai...5CP4S1G6MBIN9D

Thanks for the link! For only $199, that'll probably be where I eventually buy from. Shipping is only $15.00, too.

**Avonlea22** · 16th December 05, 03:58 PM

Ok, here is really the only option i have for this luncheon:

I had to brighten the pics a bit, so quality is not the best.

I tried wearing the tux jacket, but it looked terrible. It was too long.

So, will this fly for a luncheon?

BTW, the hose are cream/off white.

**GlassMan** · 16th December 05, 06:59 PM

I think you look fine. And if you feel you absolutely must be dressier just throw a regular blazer on. I don't think you'll need one, because you already will look better than any other guy there.

And BTW, I spent 5th Grade in Cary!

**clancelt** · 16th December 05, 07:15 PM

Originally Posted by possingk

I bought a kilt from Rocky on September 23rd, I believe, one month later I had the following outfit on at a ball that we went to:

The coat is a tuxedo waist jacket $60 from tuxedo place clearing them out, I bought a vest there as well which is hard to see. My next steps are going to be to replace the buttons on the coat, I have oatmeal wool kilt hose that I wear with this now as well as black flashes.

Hey, your shoe is untied. No, really it is ;)

**bubba** · 16th December 05, 08:22 PM

I'd be inclined to add a vest, black or navy blue, to break up that vast field of red.

**Bob C** · 16th December 05, 08:24 PM

Originally Posted by bubba

I'd be inclined to add a vest, black or navy blue, to break up that vast field of red.

Or a tie, at least.

**Avonlea22** · 17th December 05, 03:59 AM

I could probably add a tie easier than a vest. I'll have to go out and see if I can find myself a nice navy blue solid tie this weekend.

Thanks guys! I appreciate the advice.

As soon as I can afford one, I think I'm going to invest in an argyle. My next item after that will be a semi-dress sporran.

Any other suggestions would still be welcomed.

**HeathBar** · 17th December 05, 04:59 AM

Avonlea,
I think the kilt, sporran, hose, and shoes look fine. But I think the red shirt is a bit much. If we go back to Hamish's guide to a balanced outfit, I think a white dress shirt would be better. The balance would be that the hose and shirt match, the flashes match a minor color in the kilt, and I think the tie ought to match the flashes. The kilt should be the center of attention. I just think the red shirt would over power the kilt.