Paul and Ace in some other shoes??

January 1976, months before destroyer came out. This is early promo shots before they officially debuted the new costumes. Chances are the boots weren't done yet. Ace's suit is an early version as it has only one lining on the inside "v" around his neck. (As opposed to 2 linings on the "v" on the regular final costume. It also fit differently.)

This is around the same time as great expectations choir shots were done. Possibly the same day, as John Harte is in a tux. It was a suit and tie affair for that shoot. Everyone got dressed up for it. After this, Kiss continued the alive tour in the alive costumes. (Detroit 76 shows, etc).