Team Scotland Tartan for the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow

[Galloglaigh]

After 11 attempts to register here under different names, we now have enough evidence to confirm that this is again Steven Aikens of Jasper AL. This time using an IP proxy in an attempt to hide his real location.

[Lodrorigdzin]

I think that really was the intention - to be eye-catching, colorful, dramatic, and fun.

The designer didn't design it for the general public to adopt or wear as a fashion tartan. It was designed for a specific event that related to young people engaging in sport, and was designed to be seen from a distance by onlookers - hence its simple and bright design.

Not the colors I would have chosen, but I can understand the rationale behind it. It's not a clan tartan, or a district tartan, or any sort of a permanent tartan meant to span generations. It was just a colorful design meant for a passing event, with no intention or suggestion that anyone else (besides the participants) should wear it.

I also found it interesting that the designer obviously intended to steer clear of both the militaristic influence and the class divide that are evident in traditional highland dress.

I thought it showed kilt and tartan wearing to be something that's contemporary and fresh. That in itself is a plus in my book.