Looks and why they work.

[Dale Seago]

I found a lady in California that was willing to make custom kilts for me in patterns I could deal with. I have medium weight camo patterned material, and absolutely love them. I hope to have her make one a month for me, and I will be getting rid of all but two of the other kilts.

We've had some good examples posted of looks that "work" in various more-or-less social environments. This is a wonderful example of something that "works" in a "non-urban asocial (or 'minimally social') environment".

[Faol]

We've had some good examples posted of looks that "work" in various more-or-less social environments. This is a wonderful example of something that "works" in a "non-urban asocial (or 'minimally social') environment".

I dress the same in "urban social environments" as well, but thanks for the condescending tone. It reminds me of why I moved from the Bay area years ago.

[Dale Seago]

I dress the same in "urban social environments" as well,

And a lucky bastich you are for being able to!

. . .but thanks for the condescending tone. It reminds me of why I moved from the Bay area years ago.

Condescending?

I'm truly sorry if it came across that way, I'm not sure how or why that was.

Don't want to go on a rant here that would get me in trouble; but I'll say this for the record, hopefully only once, and solely for the sake of clarification:

I regard the ability to own and carry personal weapons of whatever sort one desires as a defining ("not sufficient but necessary") characteristic of a free human being. In the past I have been very socially and politically active, both openly and covertly, in accord with this view. People I have regarded as personal friends for many years include the likes of Don B. Kates Jr., an attorney who was highly instrumental in getting both of the major anti-self defense laws foisted on San Francisco (the first by someone who is now a US Senator) overturned as violative of the California Constitution. Just so's you know.



EDIT: I can only conclude it was something about this part:

"non-urban asocial (or 'minimally social') environment".

Please note that I said "asocial", not "antisocial". That was in reference to the facts that your photos show no other people, and the surroundings imply a very low immediate population density. That's all I was getting at, and I apologize for the misunderstanding and apparent offense.

[Joshua]

Faol, Dale's on your side brother...


Back to the thread... this is my interpretation of "Florida Casually Kilted" without looking like I'm going to at the games all day... I generally avoid kilt belts as they suck all the comfort out of wearing a kilt... I think a less-loud tartan works better for this... I wouldn't wear Great Scot or McLeod Dress with a simple plain polo...

[The Thirsty Viking]

This is my basic kilted attire:



This look works great for the heat in Texas. It is cool, comfortable, and i get a lot of compliments. The gaiters-over-combat boots look is a look I have always enjoyed, and people have told me that it really dresses up the look while giving it a sense of ruggedness. I have worn this to school, concerts, and out to the bar, and it seems to fit everywhere.

I do not have any pics of me dressed up a bit, but when I get them, I will post them. But this look seems to fit my personality best.

[McElmurry]

This is my basic kilted attire:



This look works great for the heat in Texas. It is cool, comfortable, and i get a lot of compliments. The gaiters-over-combat boots look is a look I have always enjoyed, and people have told me that it really dresses up the look while giving it a sense of ruggedness. I have worn this to school, concerts, and out to the bar, and it seems to fit everywhere.

I do not have any pics of me dressed up a bit, but when I get them, I will post them. But this look seems to fit my personality best.

I think your last line says a lot.

[Dale Seago]

This look works great for the heat in Texas. It is cool, comfortable, and i get a lot of compliments.

As a native son of that great State Which Shall Not Be Messed With, I concur.

The gaiters-over-combat boots look is a look I have always enjoyed, and people have told me that it really dresses up the look while giving it a sense of ruggedness.

I think the gaiters definitely "sharpen up" the whole look. Were it me, I'd prob'ly wear the sporran a bit higher; but overall, I think it's great!

As a 30 year veteran Scouter I enjoy wearing my kilts with my Scout uniform. Enough has been said about BSA policy regarding the Kilt and the Scout uniform. Suffice to say I seem to be very popular in my Uniform and my Kilt

Woof. Should you ever wish to send some of that popularity my way, please feel free!!

Oh gods, I hope my girlfriend doesn't see this post.

[McElmurry]

I reckon you're just being Helpful, Friendly, and Courteous.

Woof. Should you ever wish to send some of that popularity my way, please feel free!!

Oh gods, I hope my girlfriend doesn't see this post.

I think you best focus on Trustworthy and Loyal…and maybe a bit of Reverent for good measure.

[The Thirsty Viking]

I think the gaiters definitely "sharpen up" the whole look. Were it me, I'd prob'ly wear the sporran a bit higher; but overall, I think it's great!

I agree with you. Those clips were what I had on hand, and are actually the belt clips for my Drinking horn, which i generally wear across the back. New ones are in the works for the sporran.

[Faol]

And a lucky bastich you are for being able to!



Condescending?

I'm truly sorry if it came across that way, I'm not sure how or why that was.

Don't want to go on a rant here that would get me in trouble; but I'll say this for the record, hopefully only once, and solely for the sake of clarification:

I regard the ability to own and carry personal weapons of whatever sort one desires as a defining ("not sufficient but necessary") characteristic of a free human being. In the past I have been very socially and politically active, both openly and covertly, in accord with this view. People I have regarded as personal friends for many years include the likes of Don B. Kates Jr., an attorney who was highly instrumental in getting both of the major anti-self defense laws foisted on San Francisco (the first by someone who is now a US Senator) overturned as violative of the California Constitution. Just so's you know.

Thank you, and my sincerest apologies. I absolutely interpreted that incorrectly, as I tend to be overly sensitive on certain subjects. Again, please accept my apologies.