Unintentionally Bringing Joy To Strangers

[Chas]

I agree with what you say, Jake. People will laugh or giggle at the most inappropriate times, mainly because they are nervous or unsure or the situation (gallows humour). I have found that a ready smile and being in control of oneself is the very best way to defuse a situation.

Regards

Chas

[Clockwork]

I agree with what you say, Jake. People will laugh or giggle at the most inappropriate times, mainly because they are nervous or unsure or the situation (gallows humour). I have found that a ready smile and being in control of oneself is the very best way to defuse a situation.

Regards

Chas

I certainly agree with you Chas; generally, I have no issue with being confronted about the kilt, as it usually opens way to some nice conversations. But, I was sick and just wanted to get my stuff and get home so I could sleep. I did try to retain a positive vibe, though, in spite of that. Hopefully this thing will be knocked out by the end of the week

Cheers,
-Jake

[Jay]

You could have lOoked down your nose at them and asked "I'm not sure what you're laughing at. The gold card I'm pulling out or the kilt that cost more than your entire wardrobe?"

[Riverkilt]

Well, you certainly expanded some horizons.

I'm guessing she went home and Googled up "kilts."

[Tobus]

Well, you certainly expanded some horizons.

I'm guessing she went home and Googled up "kilts."

More likely she went and posted his picture on People of Walmart.

This story is exactly the kind of thing that keeps me out of that particular store, especially when kilted.

[Clockwork]

Normally I would agree, were it not for two factors from the story:
1- these two have no respect for what others wear. This leaves their wardrobe subject to analysis.
2- There is some kind of superiority complex on their part that they need correcting on.
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I can totally understand where you're coming from there, but..........I didn't want to stoop down to her level.

I'm sorry, I had to.

More likely she went and posted his picture on People of Walmart.

This story is exactly the kind of thing that keeps me out of that particular store, especially when kilted.

On the contrary, why be concerned about the opinions of strangers? Opinions only hold as much meaning as a person decides to give them. I know I can't please everyone and no matter how I dress, someone will disapprove (something true even within the kilt community), so I just dress to please myself and what I find appealing. If people like my ideas, that's fine; if not, that's also fine. Maybe I will end up on People of Walmart - a thought that honestly did cross my mind as that was all taking place - but if that does happens, then so be it. Tomorrow's a fresh new day!

I do agree about generally avoiding Walmart though; I'd rather support small, local businesses when possible.

Cheers,
-Jake

[MizzouScotsman]

Ok, I walked into a local convenience store a few weeks ago fully kilted in my MacDonald modern kilt with all the bells and whistles. There was a guy walking out that noticed what I was wearing. He stopped, looked at me and said, and I quote "Dude has some serious swag...swag hard as f*ck."

I've since discussed this terminology with my daughters and found out that what he said was a compliment concerning what I was wearing.

[Clockwork]

Ok, I walked into a local convenience store a few weeks ago fully kilted in my MacDonald modern kilt with all the bells and whistles. There was a guy walking out that noticed what I was wearing. He stopped, looked at me and said, and I quote "Dude has some serious swag...swag hard as f*ck."

I've since discussed this terminology with my daughters and found out that what he said was a compliment concerning what I was wearing.

Yes, actually; by current slang in pop culture, that was basically the equivalent of: "The way in which that gentleman has dressed himself today is very smart.....very smart indeed!"



That's one thing I enjoy about wearing the kilt; there's such a contrast in reactions, you never know what you'll see or hear.

Cheers,
-Jake

[Clockwork]

You could have lOoked down your nose at them and asked "I'm not sure what you're laughing at. The gold card I'm pulling out or the kilt that cost more than your entire wardrobe?"

I wouldn't doubt the accuracy of the latter half of that proposed question; however, I wouldn't feel right belittling someone for their wardrobe, especially considering the circumstances.

Well, you certainly expanded some horizons.

I'm guessing she went home and Googled up "kilts."

I might have. I'm surprised her friend didn't call it a skirt right off the bat; it's happened more than once. She must have seen 'Brave'.

Cheers,
-Jake

[Jay]

I wouldn't doubt the accuracy of the latter half of that proposed question; however, I wouldn't feel right belittling someone for their wardrobe, especially considering the more than once. She must have seen 'Brave'.


-Jake

Normally I would agree, were it not for two factors from the story:
1- these two have no respect for what others wear. This leaves their wardrobe subject to analysis.
2- There is some kind of superiority complex on their part that they need correcting on.
2-