Kilt Modesty Rant

**TheOfficialBren** · 16th June 14, 11:07 AM

Originally Posted by BBNC

I suppose wearing outerwear shorts under a kilt is a bit like wearing one's bathing suit under street clothes. Makes it easy to change when desired. For me...just undershorts, thank you.

...but stupid when I can see three inches of tan cotton cargo shorts hanging out from underneath.

**Dileasgubas** · 16th June 14, 11:46 AM

... and, of course, we have the Scottish Tartans Authority article (link below) from November, 2010 on this very subject which caused quite a stir in the news, notably in The Telegraph (second link below). There certainly appears to be two sides to this story and suitable arguments for each side. All the more reason, in my mind, not to make an issue of it.

http://www.tartansauthority.com/high...t/some-advice/

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/ukne...underwear.html

**BBNC** · 17th June 14, 03:33 AM

Originally Posted by TheOfficialBren

...but stupid when I can see three inches of tan cotton cargo shorts hanging out from underneath.

Yeah, really.

**Andrews Son** · 18th June 14, 12:18 PM

I have had a few situations when women wanted to know what was underneath and i would of been more embarrased if i had underwear on, (no disrespect for anyone who wears underwear.) its just how i feel.

I had a time in glasgow i was on the town and women outside having a ciggie was shouting "gie us a flash" and i looked about no policemen about, so wha heyy (i flashed my backside and dangly bits not full frontal, it was late at night so no little'uns about) but how they cheered afterwards was great, i would of dug my own grave if i had a pair of Y fronts on and i would of been mocked by the fine ladies, LOL.

My friend didnt flash he preserved his modesty a true gentleman.

Honestly for me its more embarrasing to have undies on, as an Englishman i want to go full scottish as i have something to prove lol

**Joey** · 18th June 14, 04:52 PM

As a newb to the kilt world and how I work in a hospital, when I'm at work it's Buck Naked Boxer Brief's and when out and about wiht the Mrs it's commando...have encounters a time or two some chafing that is rather unplesent, not quite sure yet how to seal with this....

**Mike in Dayton** · 18th June 14, 05:42 PM

Originally Posted by Joey

As a newb to the kilt world and how I work in a hospital, when I'm at work it's Buck Naked Boxer Brief's and when out and about wiht the Mrs it's commando...have encounters a time or two some chafing that is rather unplesent, not quite sure yet how to seal with this....

Don't want to side track this thread but to answer your question search on "chafing". Among the threads returned a couple of them talk about the problem. Two products come to mind: Body Glide and Sport Shield.

**Starhunter451** · 18th June 14, 07:50 PM

I will wear underwear depending on the activity. When playing Huberball, its needed. Certain ceramonies I do require it, my daughter would never forgive me if the wind flashes the crowd for me while prosiding over her wedding.

But for most, its a comfort level. At first it was shorts, now, only on windy days.

**MacGumerait** · 18th June 14, 11:45 PM

Been kilted for over 40 yrs and I certainly understand going " regimental " / " commando " and I definitely respect the tradition .... done it myself .

However , I prefer an undergarment of some sorts to protect the fabric of the kilt ... kind of a hygiene thing in my mind .

**flyrod6057** · 19th June 14, 12:35 AM

When piping: Under Armour shorts. That way, no matter what the wind does, I'm covered (literally)

Any other time: As I please.

**Alan H** · 20th June 14, 01:46 PM

1. Is this issue really that important??

2. I compete at the Games and it's a "family affair". We want moms and dads and kids and grandma all to come out and have a good time. Showing off my willie during a weight throw is inappropriate at best. So yes, essentially ALL Highland Athletes wear some sort of compression shorts under the kilt. It's recently become a fad to wear the most garishly colored compression shorts and knee sox you can imagine. Screaming neon pink is currently the rage. It's not my thing, but what the heck. I'm not going to worry about it. I'm a lot more worried about whether I'm going to clear 14 feet in the weight over bar that what the color of Matt Vincents socks are, this week.

3. I'm an IT professional and I do a lot of desktop support. This means that sometimes I have to crawl under peoples desks to get at the back of their computer or pull a cable out of the wall. I personally consider this to be the perfect opportunity to hike my kilt up to my navel and thrust everything I've got goin' on into the eyeballs of the department secretary that I'm helping.

So OF COURSE I don't wear anything under my kilt when I wear one to work.