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24th October 21, 02:31 AM
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The categories of kilt that we use here on X Marks are these -
The Historical Style
These are those not constructed or tailored at all. Basically a blanket wrapped around the body. (An example of an Historical Style kilt is what some call a Great Kilt)
The Traditional Style
These are as described in "The Art of Kiltmaking". 100% wool, totally hand stitched, with full floating interfacing and stabilizer, and designed to be worn at the anatomical waist.
The Contemporary Style
These include the full floating interfacing and stabilizer which are the hall mark of the Traditional but my be made to be worn with the waist anywhere the wearer wishes. They may be made from almost any fabric and may be hand or machine stitched. And they may or may not include hidden pockets. (AKA a Freedom Kilt)
The Casual Style
These will look from the outside like a Traditional Style but lack the internal interfacing and stabilizer. They are most commonly machine stitched. (AKA a USA Kilt Semi-Trad)
The Sport or Pub Style
These are constructed to be as inexpensive as possible for Highland Heavy Event athletes and/or for sale as "Tourist wear". Usually made from machine washable fabrics. (AKA a Stillwater, or a Gold Bros.)
The Utility or MUG Style
These were first introduced by The Utilikilt Company and are usually made from solid colored fabric and are considered the "Blue Jeans" of kilts.
Last edited by Steve Ashton; 24th October 21 at 01:01 PM.
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24th October 21, 03:13 AM
#2
I'm not sure about 'Historical Style' but historical i.e. pre-1830s kilts were most definitely tailored, just not so much as they are today.
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24th October 21, 08:09 AM
#3
Yes it is confusing, particularly as it is perfectly possible, in some circumstances, to wear a traditional kilt casually. Actually the traditional kilt is worn normally, it is what is worn with it that changes. Which is what many traditional kilt wearers do, quite happily.
Last edited by Jock Scot; 24th October 21 at 08:59 AM.
Reason: added a clarification.
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24th October 21, 09:25 AM
#4
So is the USA Kilts casual kilt a pub kilt or a true casual kilt?
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24th October 21, 09:51 AM
#5
You're back to asking for a definition again, so I would ask first, "What constitutes a 'pub kilt'?"
Rev'd Father Bill White: Mostly retired Parish Priest & former Elementary Headmaster. Lover of God, dogs, most people, joy, tradition, humour & clarity. Legion Padre, theologian, teacher, philosopher, linguist, encourager of hearts & souls & a firm believer in dignity, decency, & duty. A proud Canadian Sinclair with solid Welsh and other heritage.
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24th October 21, 10:48 AM
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I've always thought of a pub and casual kilt as being the same: a kilt you won't mind too much about getting food or drink spilled on it, or torn on something.
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24th October 21, 10:54 AM
#7
Yup. That's one definition. My guess is that there are as many as there are members here.
And more.
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