shoes with a kilt

**Failed God** · 12th February 11, 06:19 PM

At the moment i am just looking to dress casual not traditional. Traditional sailed out the window when i ordered my casual kilt to the jean waist and not the true waist (next time im gonna get it at the true waist). As for the flat cap I'll follow the example of Scruffy Wallace and wear the flat cap. And for the shoes I guess anything will work . I'm not even gonna be wearing kilt hose since the ones i have don't fit and i don't have the money for custom Lewis hose.

**Downunder Kilt** · 12th February 11, 06:27 PM

Sounds good to me. Obviously it's your first kilt and I hope you grow to love wearing them. As funds allow I do hope you get more kilts and accessories.

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**Failed God** · 12th February 11, 06:33 PM

Thank you I am happy with my kilt so far and i do plan on getting more. I have a Kilt , a sporran, Kilt Pin, and plan on expanding my accessories soon.

Another question how much am i gonna be looked down upon for wearing a day sporran to a pub or concert at night? Because i only have my Celtic knot day sporran from USA Kilts and need something to carry my wallet and such.

**swampfox** · 12th February 11, 06:39 PM

from what i understand... if someone isnt used to the "kilted" look then they wont notice if you wear a fur sporran with working cantle after 6pm lol meaning wear what you want there are no set rules.

**SlackerDrummer** · 12th February 11, 06:39 PM

"Day sporran" refers to the level of dress. It's only affiliation to actual time of day is in how said time of day effects formality (think morning jacket v. tuxedo v. tailcoat). There is no prohibition on wearing a "day sporran" at night.

**Spartan Tartan** · 12th February 11, 06:40 PM

I, personally, wouldn't think at all. It's a pub! No one's even concerned at that point. A concert like Flogging Molly--I'd NOT wear an expensive dressy sporran myself. In any case, most people will not even know the difference.

No worries. Kilt up!

**Failed God** · 12th February 11, 06:51 PM

i wasn't worried about the people who don't understand the kilted way. I was More worried about my first kilt night with people who know better ;) . I wont be in a pub any other time I am a disgrace to my heritage I'm Scottish and i don't drink.

**Downunder Kilt** · 12th February 11, 07:39 PM

Don't worry about it mate, your'e at the start of a kilted life. What you wear is all about the level of dress expected at a function. If it was a formal wear evening event I would say that you are not there yet in regards to the kit you have. but for most other times, such as where people are going to wear casual, smart casual, you have it covered, Up until formal wear you can dress a kilt up or down with shirts, ties, jumpers/sweaters, short bomber style jackets.

Most importantly is that you feel comfortable and from your description of what you will be attending, the sporran you have will be fine.

**Spartan Tartan** · 12th February 11, 06:33 PM

For casual...it's just that. Be comfortable and wear whatever you are confident to wear. As to the flat cap...it is a line along which many battles have been fought and wars that have lasted centuries.

I have seen otherwise traditionally dressed gentlemen with a flat cap... DUCK QUICK!!! Okay, we dodged that barrage of throws.

There is a very good thread of Prince Charles which I believe can be a perfect reference for anything traditional. Keep in mind (and the sentiment will be echoed throughout this forum), the kilt is merely a piece of clothing. Just as shirt, sweater or even <ghast> pants. Wear it in whatever manner you like. If there is an expected dress code, then you might consider what is appropriate...otherwise be comfortable and enjoy.