Why I wear the kilt

**Mark Stephenson** · 14th July 11, 09:46 AM

I have taken the liberty of posting the quote below. It was posted on another thread. I wish I had said it, because it really expresses how I feel. So, rabble, why do you wear the kilt? One caveat: I hope we can celebrate all choices and respect a diversity of opinions. I'm certainly not looking for a "best" answer. (BTW, I hope some of the reasons might also express a humorous angle too).
" I wear the kilt to honor my forebears and (as a veteran) for all those whom have died wearing the kilt far away from home serving something greater than just themselves. I consider the kilt the physical embodiment of my family legacy. When I wear the kilt, it's as if my ancestors are walking along side me."

**Jock Scot** · 14th July 11, 09:51 AM

--------because that is what some Scotsmen do from time to time.

**knotty** · 14th July 11, 11:43 AM

Comin from a guy whos worn a kilt for 2 WHOLE DAYS. The things I like the most are the looks & nice comments (although 1 friend did have a "dress" comment).
The most enjoyable thing about kilting is the freedom. Its almost like Im not wearin anything. Similar to the feelin I get wearin my robe at home.

Craig
"Another for Hector"

**Steve Barclay** · 14th July 11, 11:54 AM

Because I like to honour my family name.

**TheBrus** · 14th July 11, 12:08 PM

I wear the kilt because of the way it makes me feel: confident, approachable, and in-charge. I walk a little taller, smile a little warmer, and feel like a king when I wear my kilt. It's a very positive experience.

**ABG0819** · 14th July 11, 12:48 PM

Cuz I wanna!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Oh sorry I have a five year old and hear that a lot. But seriously why do people wear anything (other than laws banning public nudity) because they like the way it looks or the statement it makes (I don't know what statement grown men are making by making me look at there underwear but I'm not that smart). Of course there are those who wear certain clothes because someone else tells them too.

The truth is I wear a kilt because my ancestry is Scottish and I like the way they look. Personally I think that a man in a kilt looks better than a man in a three piece suit. Just my opinion and not worth as much as the boxers that those guys like to show off.

Graham

**Jack Daw** · 14th July 11, 12:49 PM

I'm proud of my heritage, it provides a common bond with others that share my heritage, it's expected of me when I pipe, and it gets the attention of ladies.

**crboltz** · 14th July 11, 01:14 PM

I wear the kilt because it is cool. I also wear the kilt to work to encourage my students to look outside the expected and onto something maybe just a bit different.

Chris

**Burly Brute** · 14th July 11, 01:42 PM

Originally Posted by Jock Scot

--------because that is what some Scotsmen do from time to time.

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if you're lost you can look--and you will find me
time after time
if you fall I will catch you--I'll be waiting
time after time

**tulloch** · 14th July 11, 02:14 PM

--- because I have always, since my earliest memories, been attracted to skirling pipes, remote windy places, tartan cloth and stories of ancestors and Scotland. Strange as it is to say it I just feel more ME when I am wearing it and I feel connected with my grandfather and those who came before. It is a beautiful, fine, perfect garment.