District Tartans?

[Jock Scot]

Again I agree with what you say Matt. The complication bit that I am talking about is the visitor trying to fit in. There are dozens of threads, hundreds of posts here from prospective visitors wanting to do the right thing by us Scots.Are we such a worrying lot to visit,I wonder? Are the visitors so insecure? Of course the answer to both questions is no.We appreciate the visitors and we appreciate the fact that many ask questions so that they do fit in as best they can and enjoy their visit. Wearing the kilt in Scotland is a major part of that experience for many and that should not be forgotten. I still feel though that when the visitors do their research they seem to almost get the book of the older style of kilt and the oldest style of tartan which treads on no clan toes and go: "that's it, we can't be wrong if we get that!" The thing is, in theory they are right ,but in practice they are so nearly wrong and that is a shame for them. I am generalizing of course,but I think you know what I am saying.