X Marks the Scot - An on-line community of kilt wearers.
-
20th July 09, 03:35 AM
#3
My opinion is that it would lead to confusion. Prince Charlies are typically worn to events where men's attire would call for a tuxedo. So, using that as the go-by, I always picture the suggested jacket worn at a regular tuxedo event, with a pair of tuxedo pants. My opinion is that it would look odd to wear one of the jackets you have mentioned with a pair of tuxedo pants. I think it best to keep separate modern kilts and reenactor gear. I believe it tends to make the kilt look "costumey" rather than distinguished.
Why not wear a Prince Charlie? As far as I know, the Navy, like the Marine Corps, has not adopted an official kilt uniform. Thus, the Navy Edzell tartan should be worn with civilian highland attire. If you want to make a military connection more obvious wear your miniature medals with the Prince Charlie. These are able to be had now with less cost, although if you are looking to cut a more dashing figure I suggest one of the other highland doublets (Kenmore, Sherrifmuir, etc.)
If you're bound and determined to wear something other than normal highland dress with this kilt, I'd suggest the Navy's mess dress jacket. It is cut with a high waist and looks a bit like a Prince Charlie from the front. I don't think that wear with civilian clothes is authorized under the uniform regs, but that doesn't seem to phase most people.
Best of luck!
David
-
Similar Threads
-
By Riverkilt in forum USA Kilts
Replies: 8
Last Post: 30th August 08, 10:50 PM
-
By Riverkilt in forum How to Accessorize your Kilt
Replies: 13
Last Post: 29th January 08, 07:42 PM
-
By RockyR in forum USA Kilts
Replies: 19
Last Post: 3rd December 07, 09:47 PM
-
By auld argonian in forum How to Accessorize your Kilt
Replies: 11
Last Post: 13th November 07, 12:14 PM
Posting Permissions
- You may not post new threads
- You may not post replies
- You may not post attachments
- You may not edit your posts
-
Forum Rules
|
|
Bookmarks