What got me started is my physical disabilites. I was having problems overheating because the sweat glands in my feet and legs no longer work. Plus I have degenerative disc disease requiring me to change positions frequently. I thought that a kilt could help because of the ventilation and the freedom of movement. Well it certainly did help! I was amazed! This was last August and I've been wearing kilts full-time ever since.

I wondered if anyone else wore kilts freqently, so started doing searches on the internet. Needless to say, it has developed into much more than just a garment that helps me feel more comfortable. I started reading about the history of the kilt, and investigating my ties to Scotland and Ireland. Finding XMarks has been a great experience in learning about the different types of kilts, fellow kilt wearers, and kilted experiences. So today, I own 16 kilts - traditional and comtemporary, solids and tartans, wool kilts, cotton twill kilts, and canvas kilts.

I wear them confidently and with pride. The kilt has literally changed my life for the better - physically and socially.

Darrell