Kilt Pin

[RGRatSea]

As one who has observed kilts worn in many settings and followed these pages for many years (here, then absent, then back) I can honestly say that all the conversations are illuminating as we examine the various perspectives expressed. A kilt is an article of clothing that invites interest and opinion. That is good as even there we see evolution of thought, expanding our ability to discuss the kilt as a many faceted icon of gentlemanly attire.

I find myself inspired by this thread to keep an eye open for interesting items that might be turned to use as a kilt pin. The idea of being wary of pins that might cause damage is worthy of consideration. What a great group to spend some time with.

One thought is of an experience I had back in . . . Lets see. It must have been about 2005. A party was held for the race committee for the Banderas Bay International Regatta, Mexico. As a member of the committee (Comite in espanol) I wore my Royal Stewart kilt over my boat mocs. An annoying wart of a gent came up to me and said, loudly, “No true Scot would wear those shoes with a kilt.” Proving he knew nothing about kilts or Scots.

I replied, “A Scot will wear any damn thing he wants with his kilt!” The wart tried to persist in his interpretation of proper dress but everyone quickly tired of that conversation and the party went on while he was pointedly ignored. I stand by my comment to this day. The kilt is a comfortable, classy article of clothing that can be accessorized in myriad ways while still being a stand-out.

And, as I tell the young men, “A kilt is a babe magnet.” That perks their ears up.

Rev. Rick