What if your wife does not like your kilt?

**JonathanB** · 12th March 13, 01:30 AM

Weren't the Belgae a Celtic tribe?

**Dale Seago** · 12th March 13, 01:49 AM

Originally Posted by JonathanB

Weren't the Belgae a Celtic tribe?

Well. . .Maybe. But it's a bit fuzzy:

http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Belgae#section_2

**hector** · 12th March 13, 03:11 AM

Because we were an occupied place throughout the whole history many things still remain 'fuzzy'. So I prefer not to state I've Celtic ancestors!
....but I won't deviate from the subject of the thread.

**Chas** · 12th March 13, 04:43 AM

Quid pro quo

What you spend, in either time or money, on your kilting, you should spend on your lady wife in equal measure.

If you cannot afford to do both, then only do the latter.

Regards

Chas

**pbutts** · 12th March 13, 05:02 AM

Originally Posted by Chas

Quid pro quo

What you spend, in either time or money, on your kilting, you should spend on your lady wife in equal measure.

If you cannot afford to do both, then only do the latter.

Regards

Chas

Where's the "wisdom of XMTS" thread? This definitely belongs on it.

**Thomas H** · 12th March 13, 05:17 AM

Just remember a Kilt may keep you warm but never as warm as your wife will keep you.

So make sure you dont upset the wife. take her to the highland games and let her see
you are not alone and it is fun to wear a kilt , Buy her a nice ladies dress in the same tartan
and take pictures of the two of you togeather in tartan. It will grow on her .
And just may be she will get you one for Christmas -this is when you know it is ok lol.

**Tobus** · 12th March 13, 06:44 AM

Originally Posted by Thomas H

Just remember a Kilt may keep you warm but never as warm as your wife will keep you.

So make sure you dont upset the wife. take her to the highland games and let her see
you are not alone and it is fun to wear a kilt , Buy her a nice ladies dress in the same tartan
and take pictures of the two of you togeather in tartan. It will grow on her .
And just may be she will get you one for Christmas -this is when you know it is ok lol.

Thomas H has the right answer. If your wife is giving you the crazy look, it's only because she is unfamiliar with the kilt as an acceptable, respectable, and attractive form of men's wear. She probably only knows about the kilt from movies like Braveheart or perhaps some weirdos she has seen on television. She needs exposure to men wearing kilts in the real world. Take her to a Highland Games or other type of social affair where men will be wearing kilts (hopefully in a reasonable manner, and not ridiculous costumes). After a while, she will get over it.

**OC Richard** · 12th March 13, 05:21 AM

Yes indeed, that's wisdom there!

My wife knew she was marrying a piper and has always accepted the fact that I wear Highland Dress to play in a Pipe Band (a hobby) and to do gigs (for money).

And on occasion when we attend Scottish-themed events together (such as the recent Black Watch concert).

But she would think it strange, I'm sure, if I were to wear Highland Dress otherwise, such as to go shopping or what have you.

About specific kilts, she has always had a preference for greens and blues and muted tones and has never cared for red kilts. She's always liked the Muted Clan Donald tartan that I wore at our wedding!

**Pleater** · 12th March 13, 04:44 PM

I am sure I have written this before, but when you are wearing a kilt be just a little more attentive, a bit more fun to be with. Smile at her fondly once or twice, ask if she'd like a drink - you know, just be a bit more dashing than usual.

No need to lay it on thick, and that was smile, not grin - or she'll think you are up to something.

When in trousers just tone it down to normal, but look a little wistful, preoccupied even.

Anne the Pleater :ootd:

**FatherWilliam57** · 12th March 13, 07:06 PM

I like Anne's response...on the money. The other thing: Take her to a local Scottish Festival or pipe band competion. Show her what a good time can be had when immersed in the festivities. Of course, she will see kilts galore and how other's respond to the kilt. My wife and I attended at least a half dozen. She especially loved the foods which were offered and the pipe band competitions. She even got into the games. By the time I wanted to purchase my first kilt, it was no problem. (Since then I bought her a matching sash so she didn't feel "left out." Currently saving up to get her a hostess skirt.) If you get her actively involved, you may be surprised at how quickly she does an "about face" on her opinion. It's happened for a lot of us.