Quote Originally Posted by M. A. C. Newsome View Post
I, personally, find learning about these subtle variations in fashion quite fascinating, and take pleasure in using them as inspirations in my own Highland wardrobe.
As you say, Matt, this subject has strayed well off the beaten path. I was not aware of any particular regional variations in kilt fashion within Scotland apart, of course, from the likes of 21st Century Kilts who are perhaps more avant-garde in their outlook than the majority of Scots. I think you will find that my approach to kilt-wearing, coming from Edinburgh but originally Glasgow, is no different to that of Jock Scot in the Highlands. Oh all right, I have been known to wear white hose very occasionally but when in Rome.....! Sadly kilt wearers in the Highlands and Islands are an endangered species nowadays as it is a form of dress many cannot justify the expenditure for. And no, before you say that there are lots of cheaper versions available, the majority would never consider anything but a proper, full 8-yard kilt in their family tartan or else simply forego a kilt altogether.
You see, it is a matter of tradition and heritage and not something to be regarded lightly or second best.