Undies under the Kilt

[emolas]

I wouldn't say that there was ever a conscious decision on the part of Highlanders along the lines of, "We're not going to wear underwear!" And the reason is (speaking about the 'historic" period now, pre-1800) Highlanders WERE actually using the same underwear as European men elsewhere, that being long shirt tails. Separate drawers came later.
The underwear of that period for trouser and britches wearers - as well as the kilted - was your shirt tails tucked between your legs. Some even had buttons to facilitate this practice (shirt tails were knee length in those days).
So, later when underwear/drawers evolved as a separate garment (early 1800's), the backwards Highlanders simply clung to their old practice of their shirt tails being their only undergarment....

I was actually considering putting buttons or velcro or something on my shirt tails so I could do them up like a baby's 'onesie'. This would have the dual benefit of concealing the merchandise and keeping my shirt tucked in.

[JRB]

I've noticed there is a significant difference in how warm I feel in a kilt when comparing wearing undergarments to not wearing them. It's a lot more noticeable than you might think. IMO, on a sunny July day wearing underwear can mean the difference between being too hot and being comfortable. That being said, I think there are definitely times when underwear can be a good idea (around children being the most obvious). If I know I'll be at a place like, say, a bar where there's a good chance of finding rowdy drunken revelers, I'm more inclined to wear underwear. I don't really fancy having my kilt lifted while waiting to order a drink.

[Nervous Jock]

I apprecaite the comments made about kids and they are good value but I've never ever worn anything underneath, even when skiing in the Alps.

My old man does now and again, He's 70 so he's allowed.

We did rip the kegs of a mate who was best man at a wedding we were at. His mum told us he was wearing them and wanted us to do something about it

[sirdaniel1975]

What some say is a good time to wear under garments under a kilt.

1. As stated before "Around Children."

2. Highland Dancing in public. (I saw a gent Scottish Country dancing on stage at the Hendersonville Highland Games in regimental fashion... NOT GOOD.... there were children everywhere)

3. Marching in a parade.

4. Athletic bottoms for competing in athletic events at the Highland Games.

Of course you can do what you want.... Because that's what we all do!!

I will say this, a true man is a gentleman.

[CaberDave]

What some say is a good time to wear under garments under a kilt

4. Athletic bottoms for competing in athletic events at the Highland Games.

I wear the Under Armour Compression shorts (black) to compete in.

[Niblox]

It doesn't matter what you wear under your kilt. It's all a matter of personal preference. In any event, is it that important? Are women routinely asked what they wear under skirts?

[GlassMan]

I have to agree that when you plan on dancing you should put on underwear.

At my wedding, my bestman decided to go regimental for his first kilt-wearing experience. However, during the dancing at the reception he spun around a bit too quickly while with my MOTHER and showed everyone there pretty much everything there. However, he did get a standing ovation from the old ladies from my church.

[The Frumious B.]

Completely off Topic...

Great Avatar, Kiltboytoo.

[Nervous Jock]

I have to agree that when you plan on dancing you should put on underwear.

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Rubbish, there seem to be a lot of guy's here who think folk have nothing better to do than look up a Scotsmans kilt

[cwr89]

I do wear an undergarment. Boxer shorts to be accurate. I wear them because for me wearing a kilt (especially family tartans) should be done proudly and it should not offend anyone. and in public, I don't want to risk anything.

~Casey