Similarly, I don't know of any other forum where blokes exchange sartorial tips and experiences quite so freely as this one. I can't imagine a "flat cap", "dungarees" or "cargo trousers" forum for example!
Best wishes, Graham.
Those forums probably do exist, though. Try googling them!
Again, I can see both sides of this coin. I am Native American and have issues with some costumes of that type. The overly stereotypical irritate the heck out of me, but then I think that it is meant to be fun. I take the opportunity to enlighten the costume wearer. On the same coin I would not lend out my Traditional Pow-Wow Regalia for a costume. It is kind of like a priest loaning out their priestly robes for a costume. As for the kilt, if asked I would politely say no, mainly because of the value and, for some of us, the meaning behind the kilt. My Macduff Kilt for example, is to honor my grandfather and family. Remember the average Joe doesn't necessarily understand the value, both monetarily and sentimental, of a kilt. Take the opportunity to enlighten and enlist!
I was asked just the other day if I would be wearing my kilt to work for Halloween. Now I admit that I was a bit offended by this initially. However, I simply explained that I do not consider my kilts costumes. On the other hand I do think it would be a good way to “acclimate” my fellow employees to the kilt. And I would have no issue with someone else wearing a kilt as part of their costume.
As for lending a kilt for use as a costume…that would be a big negative. That is akin to loaning out a Tux...
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