question for Hamish

**Rhino** · 17th March 04, 08:44 AM

Hi Hamish,
I didn't know where else to post this so I thought I'd start a new one.
Further to your question whether I was ordering a new kilt.
Whilst at the mill (TFCK) I looked at a variety of kilts in a variety of materials, as you can imagine, and one I was quite taken with was the chinese silk. I thought it would be far too feminine for a kilt, but in fact looked really good and retained all the kilts masculinity.
Now I can't afford such a Rolls Royce of kilts but, knowing you to be a man of substance, I wondered if you had one

.
If so would you let me know any information about how it wears do the pleats stay in or anything you've noticed.
You may already have guessed I'm trying to justify getting myself one

Thanks for your time
Cheers Rhino

**bubba** · 17th March 04, 09:48 AM

Rhimo, the only justification you need is you want it and by getting it you won't default on other obligations.

**Hamish** · 17th March 04, 05:15 PM

Originally Posted by Rhino

Hi Hamish,
I didn't know where else to post this so I thought I'd start a new one.
Further to your question whether I was ordering a new kilt.
Whilst at the mill (TFCK) I looked at a variety of kilts in a variety of materials, as you can imagine, and one I was quite taken with was the chinese silk. I thought it would be far too feminine for a kilt, but in fact looked really good and retained all the kilts masculinity.
Now I can't afford such a Rolls Royce of kilts but, knowing you to be a man of substance, I wondered if you had one

.
If so would you let me know any information about how it wears do the pleats stay in or anything you've noticed.
You may already have guessed I'm trying to justify getting myself one

Thanks for your time
Cheers Rhino

Rhino,

Me? A "man of substance"? You have to be joking! I don't eat in order that I can pay for my kilts!!!!!

It's strange but I had a similar question earlier this week about Howie's Chinese silk kilts, but I cannot remember now who posed it, or where it was.

To give you an answer: No, I don't have one myself, nor would I, although I have tried on Howie's display models, which feel superb.. There are a couple of reasons why I give that response: First, Howie, himself, admits that the silk creases very badly and very quickly, in spite of its thickness as it is actually a silk brocade. This is regardless of which fabric you might have seen. His first one was in a peacock blue with huge, circular multi-coloured patterns across it, and now he has a kilt suit in black, figured silk. Being black, the creasing is not quite as evident but it is still there! The fabric does hold it's pleats reasonably well, but it does also need care and attention.

Second, I would have no-where I could wear such a kilt! Howie attends celebrity fashion shows and receptions, which are ideal locations for elaborate garments such as this. It would be wasted on me.

Third, the cost. Because of its impracticality, I would prefer to have two other kilts, which I could wear, for the same outlay.

For anyone who attends the Oscars ceremony and similarly prestigeous events, it might be an investment, but otherwise, I hae me doots!

Please do not let me put you off having one of these kilts made for you, Rhino. You asked my opinion, and I believe I have given it.

**Rhino** · 17th March 04, 05:55 PM

You are the voice of reason. Absolutely right, I was getting carried away with the feel and the style of the thing. I too have no where to wear and have neither the time nor inclination to give it the proper care.

Mmmm but that does leave me with the option of, maybe a denim and another cammo

Much more me and would fit much better with my lifestyle.
Thanks for your opinion, it is much appreciated,
and Bubba I agree wanting one is justification enough AS long as it doesn't interfere with other obligations. Well needless to say I wouldn't have a new kilt if it did, however you must know as a family man that when treating yourself you do experience twinges of guilt.

My wife always answers that by telling me I have gone without for 20 years so should have whatever I want, have I told everyone how much I love her!!!

On second thoughts I'll concentrate on her kilt for the time being, Love is .....

Cheers Rhino
PS good grief I've just read that sentamental blather, pass the vomit bag someone....

**Rhino** · 9th April 04, 05:46 PM

Here you go Bubba this is Hamish's advice and experience. Hope it helps and is relevant.
Cheers Rhino

**bubba** · 9th April 04, 06:31 PM

Ah, but there is a difference. A friend is going to visit her family in Egypt in the fall and can get me 8 yards of suit weight silk of decent quality for between $20 and $30. Not per yard, total.I'd be making it soooo cost isn't really a factor

**Rhino** · 10th April 04, 01:29 AM

You've a keen eye for a bargain, and I'd say in that case go for it, the ones I saw were of a green with patterns on it, and a silver grey one. Both lovely looking kilts and the one I tried on was like wearing a Rolls Royce instead of a Ford.
Let us know how it turns out, you might be getting a few order enquiries and turn your hobby into another career

.
Cheers Rhino

**bubba** · 10th April 04, 04:58 AM

I'll have to see what Fatima comes up with. She tells me that India, Syria, Egypt and North Africa are the best places to buy silk, but in India you have to be careful because alot of their silk is the cheap short strand stuff and not very strong. It'll sure be a challege and if I wanted tartan it would be out of my price range. Silk tartan runs over $40 a yard and plaids I've seen in silk otherwise are not very good looking.