Open Fronted Doublets

[creagdhubh]

Bias-Cut Tartan. And Argyll hose to match.


Nice doublet. Very sharp.

I agree.

[creagdhubh]

I wear a tartan Argyll jacket, with a few bits of velvet thrown in for good measure.

Always smart Sandy!

[creagdhubh]

All doublets featured, with the exception of Bruce's, are bespoke, 16 ounce black barathea wool from Kinloch-Anderson, Leith, Scotland. I do have various three and five button waistcoats made in Macpherson tartans that I sometimes wear with my Regulation Doublet. I do not wear the Prince Charlie Coatee as much as I use to - just not too terribly fond of it. I ordered a bespoke tartan doublet, in the Regulation cut and style from Kinloch-Anderson - total custom job, as they do not offer tartan doublets (only waistcoats) for sale - I had to ask by several e-mails and via the telephone. The doublet did in fact arrive some time ago, however, the measurements for whatever reason, were not correct, which suprised me since Kinloch-Anderson are usually on their game! They are currently in the process of redoing the entire doublet - their choice, not mine. In any rate, it has taken quite a long time for my tartan Regulation Doublet to be made, but I am a very patient man - and naturally, want the doublet to be made correctly! The tartan Regualtion Doublet is made exactly like Kinloch-Anderson's barathea wool and cotton velvet variants. The tartan I chose was the 16 ounce Chattan Ancient from Lochcarron - quite an old sett and very fitting for me being a Macpherson. I also ordered a three button waistcoat in the same Chattan Ancient tartan to match the doublet - the only difference is the waistcoat is cut on the bias. I will certainly post many photos once the doublet and waistcoat arrives. Kinloch-Anderson notified me several months ago, that the bespoke tartan waistcoat is finished, however, I opted to have them send it to me once the "new" tartan doublet is complete. This has been quite the endeavour to say the least!!! Many thanks to Sandy for his assistance and advice - he is truly a wealth of good information and experience -and I am grateful for his help.

Chattan Ancient Strome tartan - from Lochcarron.


My good friend, Bruce Macpherson of London, wearing a very old Regulation Doublet (passed down from his father) without a waistcoat of any sort - still looks good in my opinion.


Me in a Prince Charlie Coatee, with matching three button waistcoat, with Sir Willam Alan Macpherson of Cluny and Blairgowrie.


Me in a Prince Charlie Coatee, with matching three button waistcoat, in Kingussie, Inverness-shire.


Close-up of my Regulation Doublet.


Me in my Regulation Doublet (on left with sword) from a distance - showing full evening attire.


Another look at my Regulation Doublet.



Slainte mhath,

[CMcG]

I just scored a two tone (blue w/black facings) Regulation doublet, myself, and am eager to see it and discuss it further, but first I must pay the piper and the postman, too.
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eBay? I think I saw that one... sleeves were too short for me but I am also eager to see and discuss it.

<snip> I certainly like MoR's ideas, whether you "do it right" and bespeak the thing or cheat a little by remaking an existing garment.

Given my budget, I will certainly have to "cheat" a lot! But MoR is full of good ideas and has me thinking about a regular black Argyll with retrofitted cuffs/lapels in silk and the collar in black velvet.

I do, nonetheless, put these bespoke jacket ideas in my knowledge vault for when I am graduated and gainfully employed.

I wear a tartan Argyll jacket, with a few bits of velvet thrown in for good measure.

That is completely awesome.

The closest I could get to this right now would be a jacket I saw in the Maple Leaf tartan that was suitable for conversion. I'd have to wear it with my solid green kilt though because my Maple Leaf tartan kilt is too small and destined to be repurposed.

So, imagine a jacket in the Maple Leaf tartan, done up like JSFMACLJR's but worn with a three button black waistcoat, black self-tie bow tie, pleated front white shirt, and solid green kilt?

I do not wear the Prince Charlie Coatee as much as I use to - just not too terribly fond of it. <snip>

I'm not too fond of the PC either, hence why I'm investigating alternatives. Thanks for the pics of your black Regulation. Good luck with the new tartan Regulation, I'm sure it will be worth the wait

[creagdhubh]

Here is a picture I put together showing the Sherrifmuir with various neckwear, for comparison. Mine is a tweed doublet, so it's not quite the same as a black barathea or velvet, but you get the idea.

Great photo array Matt - the example with the jabot looks the smartest to me - just my honest opinion.

[MacLowlife]

Speaking of Regulation Doublets, here is one, cleverly hiding...


http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...=STRK:MEWAX:IT

I am guessing it is about a 44R or so...An excellent opportunity

[CMcG]

Speaking of Regulation Doublets, here is one, cleverly hiding...


http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...=STRK:MEWAX:IT

I am guessing it is about a 44R or so...An excellent opportunity

That seller has two of those rigs for sale and I'm very disappointed that they're both three sizes too large for me

[M. A. C. Newsome]

Great photo array Matt - the example with the jabot looks the smartest to me - just my honest opinion.

Yes, of course the jabot is the classic neckwear to complement this type of doublet. I took those photos shortly after receiving mine, just to be able to see all the options for comparison. I have to say I was pleasantly surprised, though, at how nice I thought it looked with less formal neckwear options. Though in "real life" I have thus far only worn it with the jabot.

[creagdhubh]

Yes, of course the jabot is the classic neckwear to complement this type of doublet. I took those photos shortly after receiving mine, just to be able to see all the options for comparison. I have to say I was pleasantly surprised, though, at how nice I thought it looked with less formal neckwear options. Though in "real life" I have thus far only worn it with the jabot.

I have to agree Matt - I was quite suprised as well whilst looking at your photos. I do like some of the less formal options for neckwear - but still opt for the jabot and cuffs with a doublet such as the Sheriffmuir, Montrose, Kenmore, and other single/double breasted, slim fitting doublets. Other doublets (i.e. - regulation) and coatees that have lapels look best without the jabot in my opinion.

Cheers,

[Downunder Kilt]

Speaking of Regulation Doublets, here is one, cleverly hiding...


http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...=STRK:MEWAX:IT

I am guessing it is about a 44R or so...An excellent opportunity

Many thanks for this tip MacLowlife, I pulled the trigger and got it for asking price. P&H was initially very very steep but the vendor was using parcel force, so a suggestion to use International signed for or even Fedex greatly reduced the cost. Will post a review when it arrives,

Much obliged for your vigilance. Cheers