What Kilt to Wear??

[Jock Scot]

Well alright here is a traditional Scot's view.First of all you need to understand that not all Scots own a kilt and many are not interested in even owning one,so we are probably talking about less,much less, than fifty percent of Scots who own a kilt.

For the ones that do own a kilt most,but not all,would own one, possibly two kilts and they would be of the same tartan.On the whole it is just not done to have more than one tartan and there are reasons for this, apart from a fairly recent tradition started about 150 years ago, and that is,cost,no interest in other tartans etc..There are exceptions that do not raise an eyebrow though and wearing a regimental tartan or a band tartan would be two examples.

Yes anyone can wear nearly any tartan they wish,but as I have already said, on the whole we Scots wear just the one.In the 9 months or so that I have been on this website I still cannot understand the need for more than one tartan and in the nicest possible way,I feel that the tartan kilt is cheapened by those who wear several different tartans.

Ok strong words from a traditionalist,but a traditional opinion was asked for and an honest traditional opinion has been given.Others will not agree with me and of course that is their absolute right so to do.

[ardchoille]

I have kilts in black watch, MacGregor, flower of Scotland, pride of Scotland, Rob Roy, and national millennium. I've been wearing kilts for years and have never had anyone ask me if I had a "right" to wear any tartan. There are no kilt police and I've never seen a "rule book". Wear what you like

[Farlander]

A "traditional" view can be a funny thing in this case. Most 'official' clan or family tartans were the result of a brilliant Victorian marketing scheme. So, "traditional" can be difficult to define. As such, I think the advice so far is pretty good.

As for me, I prefer to wear something that I have some sort of tie to (blood, location or such) or a fashion tartan that I like the looks of.

[macdoc451]

Thanks for the opinions, everyone!! Just getting started, I've already ordered my first kilt in Buchanan, Modern. Family, all the way!! Next, I'll be looking for USN and USMC. As a retired Navy Corpsman, who ran with the 2d Marines......... I STILL love those guys!!!
I'm looking for a Buchanan hinting, as well, but they are next to impossible to find in the budget-variety. Maybe after I get rid of a couple of more kids, the budget aspect will improve!!!!