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  1. 16th August 08, 04:16 AM #1
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    Next kilt help

    So I'm looking for my next kilt and each time I try to decide on the tartan I get a little farther away from actually picking one. I have a Weathered Mackenzie from SWK, a Hamilton Grey that's on its way, and my Sportkilt I wear around the house.

    So I'm asking the experts... What do you all think would be a nice tartan to continue you my collection with?
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    Tough question
    If it were me I would go for something that I have connection to, family or otherwise. Of course you might want to go for a district tartan such as the Isle of Skye.

    Here are some of my Isle of Skye:






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    Everyone seems to really love that one. I have to get a swatch of it now just to see for myself.
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    Quote Originally Posted by that kilt guy View Post
    Everyone seems to really love that one. I have to get a swatch of it now just to see for myself.
    Very wise indeed. Well done. That goes for all tartans, not just IoS.
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    My vote also would be for the IoS---now my favorite to wear. You put it on and it just feels like your in scotland.
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    I agree with the rest.. Isle of Skye - it's the most beautiful tartan I've ever seen. Though I do see your dilemma, it's quite hard making a decision when there are so many beautiful tartans from which to choose.
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    Honestly, I'd go for something like Mackenzie Hunting, pleated to a nice white stripe.

    Don't underestimate it. It's very nice.

    Personally, I'm saving for a Robertson Hunting, pleated to the red stripe, as Barb T. says it is fantastic, and Robertson is my wife's clan.
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    You could always go with your family or Clan's tartan...If one is available.
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