Ghillie brogues, yes or no?

[beloitpiper]

Either love 'em or hate 'em.


Personally, I'm not a fan. What about you?

[Bugbear]

From what I've seen of them, no I don't like Ghillie brogues. I like the buckle dress shoes with the rounded toe, or lace up shoes. I don't like wearing wing tip type shoes. That's just what I think of me wearing them; doesn't bother me on other people.

[Jack Daw]

I wear them only when they are appropriate for what's above the waist.

[sydnie7]

For me, they tip the balance toward "costume." But isn't it great to live in societies where people can choose what they wish to wear, or not wear?

[Brave Andrew]

I really "Love" Ghillie Brogues. I like the look of them.
They complete the look of the traditional Dress kit.
They make a statement that says SCOTLAND or I am Sexy bassar right doon tae my feet!
Or they serve a good **** kickin if someone mentions "nice Skirt."

[Jock Scot]

Not for me, thank you.

[Phil]

I am a bit of a waverer about them. I like them with certain semi-formal outfits but not day-wear or formal dress. They do have a distictive look though and I do like that.

[druid]

I like the look of them on me and other wearers but in honesty, they are uncomfortable for a day of Piping competitions. Even with hand-knitted hose, the leather insoles are just too stiff and flat to be comfy. I use gel inserts in mine which make them more bearable but are still a bit uncomfy in the toe

[Jack Daw]

They make me feel like I'm wearing wing-tips with Bermuda shorts.

[george7]

It's either ghillie brogues (Florida Class B), boots with spats (Florida Class A), or flip flops (Florida day wear) for me.