AUGUST 1...A Day To Wear It!

[Nighthawk]

I have found evidence that the kilt was still worn in parts of the Highlands and Islands after Proscription and before the repeal... I suppose it would be historically correct, but only if it is an un-tailored garment. You will also need a wig or long hair, and probably tartan hose and a large blue bonnet.


I have the hair, but do not plan to wear a kilt.

I also have the hair. I was planning on cutting it, though. Maybe I'll hold off. As to the mention of people wearing the kilt after the Act, bear in mind that marijuana is illegal in the States, and people still smoke it. Unreasonable laws deserve to be broken, and often are!

[Livingston]

I also have the hair. I was planning on cutting it, though. Maybe I'll hold off. As to the mention of people wearing the kilt after the Act, bear in mind that marijuana is illegal in the States, and people still smoke it. Unreasonable laws deserve to be broken, and often are!

Like I told you Friday evening, Travis, my ex-wife taught me how to cut hair.

[walkerk]

I will try and take a closer eye on the Scots media to see if the date and event get a mention. I am not holding my breath though.

It's Minden Day, yes?

[Jock Scot]

It's Minden Day, yes?

Indeed it is!

[Nighthawk]

Like I told you Friday evening, Travis, my ex-wife taught me how to cut hair.

I would take you up on that, however I would prefer to retain my scalp, .

[Mael Coluim]

My point in observing the proscription is that, in spite of it, the kilt endures. . .

Hey...just a simple suggestion for an historical excuse to wear the kilt on a given day...of course, every day is Kilt Day but why not mark those special days with a little more celebration than usual.

Best

AA

Couldn't agree more!

[kennethrmc]

I like the idea of wearing the kilt on the day of proscription as an act of defiance. "Freedom!"

[tulloch]

Thanks for the reminder. I will be thinking of that.

[macwilkin]

Indeed it is!

Are you wearing your rose, Jock? :mrgreen:

T.

[MacColl]

Hello All. I am new to "X Marks the Scot. I agree as an historian that to remember the REPEAL, wearing the tartan would be perfect. I'm an American of the Gaelic diaspora. My father's people were gaels from Erin(O'hEachain sept) and my mother's people are gaels from the District of Appin (Maccolls) and from Kintyre(Campbells). My interest is in the style that the kilt was worn during the last 19th century. I did wear a modern Maccoll tartan but I grew out of the kilt. I still wear a Campbell tartan or the Black Watch. I have purchased a shepherd's plaid from Matthew Newsome. It is bonny indeed. I will have some photos taken and post them. It is part of the historical look I am trying to authenticate. I plan on buying a new kilt but not of clan tartan. This choice goes back to the common man's kilt of the historical period that I am concentrating on. Richard Ansdell's painting are great historical records for the everday dress of a highlander during the late 19th century. I have enjoyed the incites of those who are members of this endeavor. In many instances I have found kindred spirits concerning "How to wear the Kilt". I look forward to being a part of this group and welcome constructive criticism. My ancestors wore the kilt and when I wear it, it is partly in honour of their courage against an unscrupulous outsider who came to have their way with the Gael. Although we live in different times and what our ancestors suffered is not suffered by us, I must remember this historical adage. " There are three things that will never changed. The arrogance of the French, The treachery of the English and the war in Ireland." Slan