Usually the first image that comes to mind when one mentions a Drum Major is a Scottish Drum Major in Full or No. 1 Dress. When worn correctly it is very impressive. If worn incorrectly, the uniform can look like a cornucopia of random uniform parts. Being mindful of the Regimental or RSPBA Dress Regulations, most errors can be avoided. Be sure to have the uniform and headgear fitted to you. An ill fitting uniform looks as bad as one not worn correctly.

The uniform is set to vertical and horizontal lines. The primary vertical line would be drawn symmetrically down the front of the body. This is the line that the front crease of the Glengarry, the buttons of the doublet, the buckle of the waist belt, the set of the kilt and the sporran are centered.

The secondary vertical lines correspond to the shin bone of both legs. The diamonds of the hose are set to these lines. The leading edge of the common two ribbon flash bisects the upper front and centered diamond of the hose. The remaining ribbon lies along the outside of the leg. The sgian dubh is set between the two ribbons of the flash on the right leg.

There are horizontal lines to be concerned about as well. The feather bonnet may sit slightly canted or level on the head, the doublet should be cut at the waist and be level front to back, side to side. The same to be said of the bottom edge of the kilt and the tops of the hose.

Setting these vertical and horizontal lines is where you will spend most your time dressing, if you are dressing properly. It helps if you can have someone assist you, if possible.

Military ribbons/decorations: May be worn if earned and appropriately displayed.  The wearing of unearned military ribbons/decorations is inappropriate and should be left off the uniform.