Tweed Great Kilt

[Jock Scot]

I, too, think the plaid is unnecessary and historic; completely irrelevant to many common situations in the 21st century. I agree with you ... doesn't stop me from liking it. I'm familiar with the standard romantic thoughts of which you mention and which I do not share. As clearly as I can tell from my perspective, I possess no detectable romantic notions or thoughts about Scotland or the plaid. Scotland has some nice places -- I've been many times, and I know you live there -- but there are many nice places in the world. The historic plaid and it's traditional grandchild, the tailored traditional kilt, are nice and I like them plenty but my interest in them has virtually nothing to do with any "romantic" images or impressions -- I just like 'em as garments.

I'm an Irish-speaking North American who splits his time between rural western New England and Ireland ... with travels to other places when time and finances permit. To many, I'm "odd" (or whatever adjective you wish to insert here) for simply wearing garments that aren't trousers. So, with a plaid, I'm still "odd."

No loss.

Best to you and yours, Jock.
Jonathan

We both are privileged to have the freedom of choice with what we might wear. You asked a question and you had an answer. What happens after that is entirely your affair.