Women in Kilts?

[Tim Walker]

Two reasons for kilting:

1. Comfort

2. Practicality

We shouldn't be surprised if women respond to this. What alternatives do women have?

[Moosedog]

I just wanted to say that I, too, have enjoyed hearing lots of different viewpoints...and I especially appreciate the calm and respectful tone of all the discussion. Thanks for welcoming me into the rabble!

Moosedog

[McClef]

I have seen pictures of many pipe bands with lady pipers in kilts and identical uniform accessories to the men.

There are ladies Highland dancing competitions in kilts, the dancing ladies wear different accessories though to the men.

So it could be that in some circumstances at least, female wearing of kilts is accepted.

[SnakeEyes]

Well I've spoken to my friend, lets call her the one who started this whole discussion...

She says the main reason she wants to wear the kilt is because she is built like a man, which is something I can attest to. She is also a devout follower of the Mormon faith, so wearing a kilted-mini isn't really an option for her, but she hates wearing the kilted skirts that go past her knees.

Thats the word from her, anyways.

[katmills2005]

However, the individuals that already think you are wearing women's clothing are always going to think you are wearing women's clothing, whether the woman with you is in a kilt or no. There's not going to be any change to that mind-set, that I can see. We can't fix stupid, no matter how hard we try.

No you can't fix stupid any more than we can change another's opinion. However we can attempt to educate those unfortunate folks who don't know any better.

Kilted skirts are either overly short or overly prim. Neither would be flattering to me. I'm not saying I want to go out and wear a man's kilt but I will say that if I choose to that choice is mine. I would not expect anyone knowledgeable on this topic to reticule me or demean my right to wear a garment steeped in my own heritage.

We shouldn't be surprised if women respond to this. What alternatives do women have?

Pantyhose... that god aweful garment created by men to torment women. (just kidding guys)