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3rd November 04, 08:42 PM
#21
Kilt or Skirt
Carrying on from my earlier post--after all these years of kilt wearing I cannot get bothered about a kilt being called a skirt--after all we all wear skirts--that's right-on our coats.
More interesting is the attitude of the speaker: if it is positive as it always is-then a plus point.
Whilst unlike an earlier commentator--I on average get at least one compliment every time I go into central London. Ranging from 'nice skirt' said in a complimentary way to 'I do like to see the kilt'--'You do look good dressed like that': to serious chats about tartans etc. [Can I get away with claiming my natural charm and good looks--or are they taking pity on the grey hairs!]
Having said that, I well appreciate the need to differentiate kilt wearing from cross dressing-which is certainly not my interest. Too I must realise that my experience of having worn the kilt since childhood-and now being 68-I've not had to face the battles - problems: that many of those reading this post must have faced, and still do face. This possibly leads me to take a more relaxed attitude to things.
So I'd suggest that it is context and intent that is important: and when positive as said it always is--then a plus for kilt wearing.
James
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