X Marks the Scot - An on-line community of kilt wearers.
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16th December 05, 02:39 PM
#16
There are several reasons why I believe kilts will never become mainstream.
1. They have deep roots as ethnic attire. Most people have a general understanding that there is a strict entitlement associated with it.
2. With a few exceptions, kilts beyond the scope of ethnic costume are generally treated with disdain by the media or they are regarded as a novelty.
3. Thay are expensive when compared to trousers.
4. There is no incentive for retailers to make them generally available off the peg.
5. There is the fear that kilts beyond the scope of ethnic costume are seen as female attire.
6. There is the fear of being laballed idiosyncratic (along with those who immerse themselves in Star Trek attire or dress as anime characters - called "cosplay".)
7. Beyond the internet, there is nothing on the horizon with enough influence to change the above in a significant way.
Of course, none of this will matter to those who wear a kilt for special occasions only. Neither will it matter to those chose to disregard the above.
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