10 modern looks with one kilt?

**Drac** · 16th February 10, 07:08 AM

Morning all,

Not sure if here's the right place but I figured I'd ruffle less feathers here. I'm not looking to disrespect the history or traditional wearing. I would want to wear it like that but there are also other options out here that move away from the traditional.

So using a kilt (tartan or plain) what modern looks do you guys do? A 10 modern looks with one kilt sort of thing. When trying on the sweater last night for dressing up for the theater I started thinking about how well my hoodie would go with it and other looks. Things like the standard combat boot and t-shirt look.

So what about a 10 modern (US if you wish) looks with one kilt?

Jim

**Jordan** · 16th February 10, 07:22 AM

This sounds interesting. I know ive seen pics of people on here with hoodies and kilts Ron being the one who springs to mind and I look forward to what people post, this could be a really good thread.
Im not sure i could find pics of 10 different looks of me but ill look and put what i find up later.

Jordan

**Riverkilt** · 16th February 10, 07:24 AM

Dress Model Freedom Kilt with Pendleton Native American pattern vest.

Natural White Utilikilts Workman's topless with tats.

Is this the sort of thing you're looking for?

**Riverkilt** · 16th February 10, 07:33 AM

AmeriKilt putty with heavy sweater

Utilikilts basil survival with Pendleton bomber jacket and flat cap.

Utilikilt's black workman's with tank top and sandals.

Know the kilts are different, but "looks" could be done with one kilt.

**Paul** · 16th February 10, 07:51 AM

Believe it or not I've considered doing this. A look at 10 modern ways to wear a traditional tartan kilt... I think it would be very helpful - especially for younger members.
I'd certainly include my own versions of things - such as a tight, untucked t-shirt with day sporran as being the least formal. I could also include wearing the kilt with black, hi-top trainers - as I regularly wear this. On the issue of semi-formal I'd go for a black shirt with the top couple of buttons unbuttoned and a contemporary jacket.
With regards to sporrans - I have a range, though, none that are very contemporary. I could still go for it and make a guide like this at some point next week, though?

**Foosinho** · 16th February 10, 10:43 AM

Originally Posted by Paul.

Believe it or not I've considered doing this. A look at 10 modern ways to wear a traditional tartan kilt... I think it would be very helpful - especially for younger members.
I'd certainly include my own versions of things - such as a tight, untucked t-shirt with day sporran as being the least formal. I could also include wearing the kilt with black, hi-top trainers - as I regularly wear this. On the issue of semi-formal I'd go for a black shirt with the top couple of buttons unbuttoned and a contemporary jacket.
With regards to sporrans - I have a range, though, none that are very contemporary. I could still go for it and make a guide like this at some point next week, though?

This brings up something I've been mulling over for a while. I got a nice camel-color cordoroy sport coat for Christmas, and I've been wondering if I could match that up with a kilt (Irish National Economy model from Stillwater) and a nice button-down shirt for hitting the pub. IOW, a non-kilt-cut jacket with a kilt. I'm a little concerned that it might be too long, but color wise it looks pretty decent with a dark shirt. Could be a good outfit for St. Patrick's Day...

I guess I just don't trust myself yet in coming up with kilt-based outfits more complicated than a t-shirt, rugby shirt, or sweatshirt.

**vorpallemur** · 16th February 10, 01:41 PM

Originally Posted by Foosinho

This brings up something I've been mulling over for a while. I got a nice camel-color cordoroy sport coat for Christmas, and I've been wondering if I could match that up with a kilt (Irish National Economy model from Stillwater) and a nice button-down shirt for hitting the pub. IOW, a non-kilt-cut jacket with a kilt. I'm a little concerned that it might be too long, but color wise it looks pretty decent with a dark shirt. Could be a good outfit for St. Patrick's Day...

I guess I just don't trust myself yet in coming up with kilt-based outfits more complicated than a t-shirt, rugby shirt, or sweatshirt.

Put it on, and see what it looks like. If you don't wear a sporran, the lack of a cutaway front for it isn't that big a deal. I wear a sport coat over a casual modern kilt from time to time. looks fine.