Quote Originally Posted by M. A. C. Newsome View Post
The epitome of formal attire, which I also like to show off for daywear at times.

Grey & Black hose (note the castellated tops).


I've gotten perhaps the most use out of the above pair, finding the neutral colors tone well with just about any kilt. Here I am at a Burns Supper last year, with my St. Ninian tartan kilt.
Matt, I've not worn castellated hose (yet) and have a wee question. I know that hand tied garters are to be worn with castellated hose. My queestion is when wearing these is it right and proper to wear only matching coloured garters, or are garters in a contrasting colour also permitted? I notice in the second photo a lighter gray coloured garter. How much, if indeed any, lattitude in colour choice is permitted? Would, for example a pair of red garters be completely out of the question with the above exampled hose? I could imagine some creative combinations, but am not certain as to how they would look "in real life".