Montrose Doublet

[MacMillan of Rathdown]

I think you'll find a Montrose way too warm for wearing in this neck of the woods, especially if you go for a double breasted jacket. Sheriffmuir's are another option, and while not quite as warm as a Montrose, they are still pretty warm for this part of the world-- they are also the hands down most expensive jacket you can buy. I have, however, seen one made from a USMC officer's mess jacket-- it looked spectacular.

If you are looking for something more stylish than a PC, you might want to consider what used to be called a "Standard Doublet". These work well with both white and black tie, and because they have an open front, aren't nearly as hot as a Montrose.

Virrtually any supplier worth his salt should be able to supply a doublet-- there are a lot of recommendations coming your way-- check them out.

[Graywolf]

I appreciate all the information. I might just go with a PC instead, but I do like the look of the Montrose.

[davidlpope]

Can I suggest a regulation doublet? I think it is a great, slightly more formal option than the PC. Something that sets you apart just a bit at kilted formal gatherings. Works for black-tie or white-tie events and looks particularly good dressed up with proper evening hose and/or a plaid.

Cordially,
David

[slohairt]

I have a Regulation Doublet. They're still being made and are still called Regulation Doublets. I like them better than PCs.

[MacMillan of Rathdown]

...just re-read my previous posting, and see that a typo crept in. Tell your tailor you want a STANDARD DOUBLET. A regulation doublet is what bandsmen wear. Mea culpa for the confusion...

[thescot]

...just re-read my previous posting, and see that a typo crept in. Tell your tailor you want a STANDARD DOUBLET. A regulation doublet is what bandsmen wear. Mea culpa for the confusion...

That depends.

A regulation doublet--as I have seen them--looks a lot like a PC but with the Inverness flaps. You wear it with a white vest, I believe.

I, too, love my Montrose, but it is very hot and must be reserved for cool weather. But it looks like dynamite! And the ladies love it.

[slohairt]

A Regulation Doublet is basically a Prince Charlie with Argyle cuffs and Inverness flaps round the bottom instead of tails. (The name "doublet" is a bit of a misnomer here, but it has stuck over time.) Like a Prince Charlie, it comes with matching waistcoat. As thescot suggested, it could be worn with a white waistcoat (and bow tie) for white tie functions. I suppose you could do that with a Prince Charlie as well. A Regulation Doublet is not what bandsmen wear.

[gilmore]

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I, too, love my Montrose, but it is very hot and must be reserved for cool weather. But it looks like dynamite! And the ladies love it.

I will wear mine to Burns supper if you will wear yours. Still planning on wearing a great kilt? I am.

[thescot]

I will wear mine to Burns supper if you will wear yours. Still planning on wearing a great kilt? I am.

I'll wear mine if I'm not too fat to get into it (the doublet, that is).

But the breachan feilaidh is a go.

[thescot]

BTW, here's a pic from a couple years back wearing the Montrose.


More hair, round glasses, etc.