Quote Originally Posted by Jock Scot View Post
If you want to wear a shoulder plaid, "Lairds plaid" as they seem to have been christened here, then wear one. They had their uses for centuries, of that there is no doubt, but these days there are better and more efficient options to protect us from the elements. Personally I found them a damn bother for most of the time and in all honesty I think they are heading into a borderline costume situation.
I would agree that they are mainly for ornamentation these days, and there is no doubt they have an elegant and regal look about them. They could definitely be functional, but I would seriously doubt someone really using their plaid to battle the elements at a Highland games or some other social event-more or less, the person would opt, in my opinion, for an indoor escape! LOL! Everyone has their opinion and is entitled to it-that's why I love and adore this forum!