Quote Originally Posted by cessna152towser
... As the remark was not made to my face
TYpical of a coward trying to impress his peers at your expense.

... it was easier just to walk on and pretend not to have heard...
The remark wasn't even clever. I would have done the same

... if I had turned round and explained that the kilt and sporran are more distinctly male garments tham the unisexed jeans which the youngsters were wearing?
Kids don't care about explanations... just conforming to the rest of the group.

... One wonders what gets into the adolescent mind to make them open their mouths and put their foot in it.
A lot of insecurity, low self esteem, and raging hormones.

At least you've got the fortitude to show a little cultural pride.!