Experiences with Tweed Fashion Kilt

**James** · 13th November 04, 03:38 AM

Picking up on the previous post, tweed was made for the worst of the British weather and being out in it all day-think rain and more rain and cold: so it was and is a very rough and tough material. In consequence even the lighter tweeds retain some of that quality, unless going for one of the look alike weaves.

So as said it is well worth having a look and FEEL of the material before buying. Otherwise you can end up with something that feels like the old British battledress next to your skin. So I can well understand the chaps wearing a traditional tweed kilt feeling the need for a slip--of course there is a joke in that, because they are possibly nearer than most to the getting the effect of the very long tailed highland shirt: which offered both underwear and protection against the rough material of the kilt.

On this the more antique amongst us will recall that a normal man's shirt of say forty years ago had long tails front and back, often reaching as far down as mid thigh: so as mentioned filling both the role of underwear and a certain protection against the rough material of some traditional kilts.

James

**James** · 13th November 04, 03:38 AM

Picking up on the previous post, tweed was made for the worst of the British weather and being out in it all day-think rain and more rain and cold: so it was and is a very rough and tough material. In consequence even the lighter tweeds retain some of that quality, unless going for one of the look alike weaves.

So as said it is well worth having a look and FEEL of the material before buying. Otherwise you can end up with something that feels like the old British battledress next to your skin. So I can well understand the chaps wearing a traditional tweed kilt feeling the need for a slip--of course there is a joke in that, because they are possibly nearer than most to the getting the effect of the very long tailed highland shirt: which offered both underwear and protection against the rough material of the kilt.

On this the more antique amongst us will recall that a normal man's shirt of say forty years ago had long tails front and back, often reaching as far down as mid thigh: so as mentioned filling both the role of underwear and a certain protection against the rough material of some traditional kilts.

James

**Mychael Sporrano** · 13th November 04, 07:38 AM

I as well really like the idea of a tweed kilt. I also agree with Ham's advice to procure a swatch first since tweeds can vary considerably. I suspect that the Kiltstore tweed kilts are made from a fabric softer than what might be used for a jacket, but best to have a look-see to make sure.

I would not relish having a kilt made from the same herringbone tweed used in the jacket I picked up from Kinloch Anderson, or from my charcoal tweed kilt jacket. Very durable, yes. Very scratchy as well!!

On the other hand, I was considering a tweed jacket in brown from Geoffrey/TFCK and requested a sample. It is a very different tweed than that used in either of my tweed jackets. In fact, I didn't much care for it at all for a jacket; just my personal preference, but I am partial to herrinbone tweeds and this was somehow reminiscent of felt. However, I thought it could make a fine kilt in terms of its feel.

So, there are differences in tweeds. I wouldn't want to have to wear a silk slip with a kilt- even if it just might feel kinda sexy on my thighs

.

Mychael

**Mychael Sporrano** · 13th November 04, 07:38 AM

I as well really like the idea of a tweed kilt. I also agree with Ham's advice to procure a swatch first since tweeds can vary considerably. I suspect that the Kiltstore tweed kilts are made from a fabric softer than what might be used for a jacket, but best to have a look-see to make sure.

I would not relish having a kilt made from the same herringbone tweed used in the jacket I picked up from Kinloch Anderson, or from my charcoal tweed kilt jacket. Very durable, yes. Very scratchy as well!!

On the other hand, I was considering a tweed jacket in brown from Geoffrey/TFCK and requested a sample. It is a very different tweed than that used in either of my tweed jackets. In fact, I didn't much care for it at all for a jacket; just my personal preference, but I am partial to herrinbone tweeds and this was somehow reminiscent of felt. However, I thought it could make a fine kilt in terms of its feel.

So, there are differences in tweeds. I wouldn't want to have to wear a silk slip with a kilt- even if it just might feel kinda sexy on my thighs

.

Mychael

**Mychael Sporrano** · 13th November 04, 07:38 AM

I as well really like the idea of a tweed kilt. I also agree with Ham's advice to procure a swatch first since tweeds can vary considerably. I suspect that the Kiltstore tweed kilts are made from a fabric softer than what might be used for a jacket, but best to have a look-see to make sure.

I would not relish having a kilt made from the same herringbone tweed used in the jacket I picked up from Kinloch Anderson, or from my charcoal tweed kilt jacket. Very durable, yes. Very scratchy as well!!

On the other hand, I was considering a tweed jacket in brown from Geoffrey/TFCK and requested a sample. It is a very different tweed than that used in either of my tweed jackets. In fact, I didn't much care for it at all for a jacket; just my personal preference, but I am partial to herrinbone tweeds and this was somehow reminiscent of felt. However, I thought it could make a fine kilt in terms of its feel.

So, there are differences in tweeds. I wouldn't want to have to wear a silk slip with a kilt- even if it just might feel kinda sexy on my thighs

.

Mychael

**Hamish** · 13th November 04, 09:41 AM

Originally Posted by Mychael Sporrano

I as well really like the idea of a tweed kilt. I also agree with Ham's advice to procure a swatch first since tweeds can vary considerably. I suspect that the Kiltstore tweed kilts are made from a fabric softer than what might be used for a jacket, but best to have a look-see to make sure.

Mychael, I have not felt, or even seen, the tweed used by KiltStore, but that woven by Geoffrey (Tailor) for my "TFCK" green AR tweed kilt suit is pretty much identical to other tweed day jackets I have, and obviously they used the same weight, or grade, of fabric for both the kilt and the jacket.

I would not relish having a kilt made from the same herringbone tweed used in the jacket I picked up from Kinloch Anderson, or from my charcoal tweed kilt jacket. Very durable, yes. Very scratchy as well!!

I suspect you will find all tweeds to be slightly on the scratchy side. It is a tough fabric.

On the other hand, I was considering a tweed jacket in brown from Geoffrey/TFCK and requested a sample. It is a very different tweed than that used in either of my tweed jackets. In fact, I didn't much care for it at all for a jacket; just my personal preference, but I am partial to herrinbone tweeds and this was somehow reminiscent of felt. However, I thought it could make a fine kilt in terms of its feel.

Well, would you believe it? Another example of how much on the same wavelength we are, Mychael, you and me! Only last weekend, I took delivery of MY "tweed jacket in brown from Geoffrey/TFCK"!

It is the Heather Brown in their own range of AR (Auld Reekie) tweeds - identical to the green tweed they used for my Kilt Suit. Below, is a pic. I just snapped.

So, there are differences in tweeds. I wouldn't want to have to wear a silk slip with a kilt- even if it just might feel kinda sexy on my thighs

.

Mychael

Go on, Mychael! Your secret is safe with me. I won't tell if you won't!

**Hamish** · 13th November 04, 09:41 AM