Matching Tartan Scarf with Tartan Kilt??

**Riverkilt** · 5th March 11, 12:28 PM

There was extra fabric when I ordered the Dutch Friendship Tartan so Kathy made a scarf from it.

Tossed it on up in Flagstaff.

Looking at the pic got me wondering if it was a "no-no" along the lines of wearing a matching tartan tie with a tartan kilt.

Yes, I know there are no rules - that's my credo.

Guess I'm wondering what folks think of the matching tartan scarf with a tartan kilt?

**MacLowlife** · 5th March 11, 12:47 PM

You probably know the joke about the Scot who snagged his kilt while carrying a scarf made from the remnant to his girlfriend. He arrived naked from the waist down with a package under his arm.

When she expressed her surprise he replied
Do ye like it? I've got another foot and a half in the box here.

But seriously, doesn't it remind you a little of a Caledonian Air stewardess?

**Father Bill** · 5th March 11, 12:54 PM

Aw heck . . . I like it! A little rough for a scarf though; I have a sort-of-match but it's made of angora. A lot more cuddly. . . like my lady!

**Jock Scot** · 5th March 11, 01:02 PM

An interesting one there Ron! A Scarf eh?Humm halfway between a tartan tie----no no no, and a fly plaid----- an if you must. Well how about, if there is snow about its okay?

**Spartan Tartan** · 5th March 11, 01:32 PM

I think it looks just fine. Although, if it's made from left over kilt material, I'd think it kind of rough and scratchy too. But, I see no reason not to have a scarf of matching pattern.

**Bugbear** · 5th March 11, 02:50 PM

Of course it's a taboo or nono, Riverkilt, that's why you wanted to do it.
You should punish yourself by having matching argyle hose knitted up.

**xman** · 5th March 11, 02:53 PM

Originally Posted by Bugbear

Of course it's a taboo or nono, Riverkilt, that's why you wanted to do it.
You should punish yourself by having matching argyle hose knitted up.

seconded

**Chas** · 5th March 11, 03:19 PM

My first thought was no. Then I saw your picture and actually, it looks quite good. Definitely something to think about.

Regards

Chas

**be da veva** · 5th March 11, 04:56 PM

You can do it, no problem. The important part is that is has to be the same tartan.
I like to mix mine. When I wear my Ancient Lindsay kilt, I wear my Modern Lindsay scarf.
Did the same thing with my Gordon from WPG, but I wore my Dress Gordon scarf. Same tartan, different hues. Lairds plaids are worn this way also.

But I agree about tartan ties and etc.....