Question 10 Should I buy/wear one of those "Highlander/ Ghillie"shirts?
Question 10 Should I buy/wear one of those "Highlander/ Ghillie"shirts?
Well, the question here really is…
How much do you like Errol Flynn?
These shirts have far, far more to do with a romanticized Hollywood ideal of the dashing highlander than any authentic / realistic period attire. There are occasions when it is fun to don one of these shirts and let loose your inner swashbuckler such as Renaissance Faires, Piratefests, Celtic rock shows and whatnot. For my branch of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society they are standard attire for gentlemen at our monthly parties (but not our formal balls). They are comfortable and fun but do keep in mind that they really are more costume than clothing. Something to think about when/if you decide to wear them.
As for me, I enjoy Scottish Country Dance and like Errol Flynn a lot so...
" Then out swords and to work withall!" 
Last edited by Panache; 29th August 11 at 04:05 PM.
-See it there, a white plume
Over the battle - A diamond in the ash
Of the ultimate combustion-My panache
Edmond Rostand
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