Lovat Hose. Original description: "Sock khaki, heavy". Green Lovat Hose worn by Lt. Colin Stevens, 1973 - 1976 Lovat Hose are produced in a variety of colours; the Seaforth Highlanders utilize a drab green shade. These are always issued in "full" style and are worn for Walking Out Dress. They are not worn in conjunction with spats, only with the appropriate shoe (Oxfords for NCMs or Brogues for Senior NCOs and Officers as directed) with the red Hose Top Flashes. Lovat Hose are worn in the same manner as the Hose Tops; the top of the Lovat Hose should be in approximately the same location as the top of the Hose Tops when worn, with the top of the hose folded over and secured by the Hose Top Flashes, which are also worn as with the Hose Tops (ie, with the outer inside edge of the flash bisecting the front of the shin.) Lovat Hose are not considered appropriate for evening wear.