Quote Originally Posted by Graham
I well know the feeling of 48 hours in a kilt, it's SO great, I can also relate to your nervousness going out in a kilt.

There are still some places that make me breath in and say to myself "here goes!!"

I can promise you that it gets better and better as your confidence grows.

If you want to fast-track that self-confidence, here are some tips:

1. Come here often and talk about your experiences, read of others'.

2. Listen to lots of Scottish music, especially in the car driving kilted on an outing.

3. Tell yourself you are heavens' gift to women and mankind in general in a kilt, and that other men are just envious that they don't have the courage to wear one.

4. Try to make your whole appearance "fit" together for whatever occasion, whether it's shopping or a celtic event. I refer to overall smartness, colour combinations and accessories.

5. Reward yourself after a successful outing with a wee dram or a pint of your favourite brew.
1 - Doing that right now.

2 - I prefer Irish music but I do that, too.

3 - What do you mean, "tell myself?"

4 - I've always dressed down my kilts to fit a sweatshirt or tee shirt. Lately I find I prefer to put on a nicer shirt. In winter I like sweaters.

5 - My only outing is usually Kilts Night. Rewarding myself with a wee dram or a pint of my favourite brew is like trying to put the 25th beer bottle in the 24 case.