Kilt Jackets Explained | Scottish Kilt

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Scottish Kilt is dedicated to assisting you in wearing your kilt the way you wish. Tradition inspires us, but so does our consumers' individual sense of style.

It might be challenging to find your way around the world of kilt jackets. That's why the pros at Scottish Kilt have created this handy guide to help you find the appropriate jacket for your kilt ensemble. We're here to tell you all you need to know about each sort of jacket, including where to wear it and what to wear it with.



Prince Charlie Jackets


The most formal type of kilt jacket is the Prince Charlie Jacket. Consider a kilt the kilt equivalent of a 'black tie' attire. They are typically paired with a wing collar shirt and a bow tie. For a more modern style, pair them with a Victorian collar shirt and a ruched tie.The Prince Charlie Jacket is often fashioned of barathea, a 15oz thick worsted pure wool fabric.


Prince Charlie Jacket
Grey Prince Charlie Jacket


This jacket is elaborately embellished, with intricate buttons on the front, sleeves, and tails at the back. Satin lapels and silk braided epaulettes are also common. As a result, it is typically reserved for exceptional events such as weddings and formal meals.


Kilt Jacket Prince Charlie is typically paired with a three-button waistcoat. The waistcoat is decorated in the same way as the jacket, with intricate buttons and satin lapels. To compliment a ruched tie, pair them with higher-fastening five-button waistcoats. The formality of your Prince Charlie jacket is enhanced by wearing a full-dress sporran.


Argyll Jackets


Argyll Jacket is a flexible alternative to a typical dress suit. They are less formal than the Prince Charlie yet may be worn to both formal and informal occasions. Consider appropriate, but not overly formal, attire when attending a wedding.The classic Argyll Jacket is best for evening wear. Our Scottish Kilt Essentials are crafted from 150z Barathea fresh wool.


The Argyll Jacket is less formal than the Prince Charlie jacket, although it still has polished buttons on the pocket flaps and gauntlets (but not on the back). Lapels and epaulettes are typically basic and made of the same material as the jacket, while some makers utilise a braided epaulette.


Argyll Jacket
Grey Argyle Kilt Jacket


The Argyle Jacket may be worn without a vest, however it is a question of taste and circumstance. An Argyll is often worn with a basic collar shirt and a conventional neck tie. The Argyll jacket may be dressed up with a high-fastening five-button waistcoat for a more formal effect. If you're trying for a more formal look, wear your Argyll jacket with a Victorian collar shirt and ruched tie.


For formal occasions, Argyll jackets can be worn with semi-dress or full-dress sporrans, or with leather day sporrans for a more informal style.


Braemar Jackets


The Braemar Jacket, also known as the Araca Jacket, is an excellent modern choice. The current Braemar is cut even neater than the previous coats we've highlighted as a more stylized jacket.

This jacket is very popular among trendy guys searching for a modern twist on the classic kilt ensemble. They frequently appear during proms and graduations.




For a more sophisticated look, our Braemar jackets come with a matching five-button waistcoat.

We recommend combining your Braemar jacket with a day leather sporran if you're wearing it with a kilt rather than pants or trews. If you prefer a more formal look, you can wear a semi-dress or full-dress sporran.




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