Quote Originally Posted by Panache View Post
... The day plaid / lairds plaid is for comfort against the cold and rain, it is for spreading on the ground for a dry place to sit (and perhaps have lunch), it is for wrapping children and the ladies in who need shelter from the elements. It is a utilitarian accessory...
Agreed but; Is? or was?

Isn't that what the boots (trunks) of cars are for nowadays?

Your obvious chivalry is without question and if you like the look, go ahead Jamie. For me it's a bit err... too much. In this day and age, I can protect my women and children from the elements without lugging around a horse blanket on my shoulder. If it really is raining on our parade I'd be urging my family back to the shelter of our 7 seater, horseless carriage. (yeah, that's another thing about having a family... The motorbike and two seater sportscar are the first things to go).

Don't misunderstand me. I appreciate the sentiment and the efforts to emulate our forebears but in all honesty what would contemporary women and children prefer, a prudent view of the weather forecast followed by a cautionary and deftly erected Gazebo or a sofa blanket carried on the off chance?

Smacks of costume to me. Just my thoughts mind.

Bit like flat caps and white socks I suppose... each to their own.