The Rules and Exceptions Thereunto.

[macwilkin]

Todd, I'm not trashing the guys that like the formality, but that isn't for an old country boy like me. The truth is most of the rules of dress did originate with the English and those closely associated with them. That isn't blame, it just is. I never went for suits either so the way I wear my kilts is just part and parcel of the way I've always dressed.

Bubba, my grandfather was an Iowa farmer who had no problems wearing "formal attire" (a suit & tie) to lodge or church -- he dressed for the event he was attending -- same with most of my Iowa ancestors (of Scottish heritage), so I just can't buy the argument that being from a "rural" area makes you somehow against "dressing up" -- just my opinion there, for what that's worth.

As far as the English making the rules, I just can't be that general when it comes to the history of Highland attire. If the kilt is an evolving garment, then why cannot not evolve from a practical piece of clothing to a "formal outfit" (for lack of a better term) -- look at the many elements of military dress which have evolved from "practical" pieces of clothing.

All I'm saying is that if "dressing up" isn't part of who you are, then that's great -- but for some like myself, it is part of who I am. Both POV's are valid and should respected -- and I'm not singling you out, just my observations.

I guess we'll just have to "agree to disagree". ;)

T.