Prince Charles Duke of Rothesay in kilt photos

**BoldHighlander** · 24th April 10, 03:27 AM

**BoldHighlander** · 24th April 10, 03:31 AM

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**NewEnglander** · 24th April 10, 07:17 AM

Originally Posted by BoldHighlander

I was going to ask about that. That's not a clan badge, is it? Would it ever be appropriate to wear a clan badge as a kilt pin rather than on one's bonnet (if, for example, one was not wearing a bonnet)?

**BoldHighlander** · 24th April 10, 08:20 AM

Originally Posted by NewEnglander

I was going to ask about that. That's not a clan badge, is it? Would it ever be appropriate to wear a clan badge as a kilt pin rather than on one's bonnet (if, for example, one was not wearing a bonnet)?

It's St Andrew, the patron saint of Scotland.

I can't answer to the appropriateness or not, but I have seen many wear the kilt badge as a kilt pin (when not worn on the bonnet). I personally don't have a problem with it

**MacMillan of Rathdown** · 24th April 10, 08:33 AM

Originally Posted by NewEnglander

I was going to ask about that. That's not a clan badge, is it? Would it ever be appropriate to wear a clan badge as a kilt pin rather than on one's bonnet (if, for example, one was not wearing a bonnet)?

There is absolutely nothing wrong with using your clan badge as a kilt pin, or wearing it in the left lapel of your jacket it the mood so strikes you. The badge shows your allegiance to your chief and membership in the clan he leads. How you choose to display that allegiance is a matter of personal preference.

**BoldHighlander** · 3rd May 10, 12:15 AM

The Queen Mother, Prince Charles, Princess Anne and Princess Margaret, at Braemar for the Highland Games (1960's).

**MacMillans son** · 9th May 10, 03:09 PM

I am so new to this I am reluctant to make a statement but...
I think if it looks good, then that is the reason to wear it. If it looks bad that is a reason not to wear it. I don't believe that just because HRH wears it, it therefore looks good and/or needs to be emulated. The Emperors New Clothes comes to mind. Although the brown sporran and black shoes combination is not horrible, I personally didn't see a photo where matching leather would not have looked better. As literally every photo shoes that combination it is surely a thoughtful choice on his or his valet's part. The fact that he is not shown to wear brown shoes in any of the photos, supports the comment that he wears black shoes as that is the traditional color of shoes worn with highland dress, and therefore non-negotiable to him. I just don't believe we should give someone the power to influence what looks good just because of who they are. It either looks good to us, or it doesn't. I advocate wearing what you think looks good, regardless of who else may be wearing it. But that is probably the Yankee in me.

Thanks to the originators of this thread, and all of the contributors. I have really enjoyed the photos and the comments.

**BoldHighlander** · 9th May 10, 06:05 PM

Originally Posted by Macmillan's son

I don't believe that just because HRH wears it, it therefore looks good and/or needs to be emulated....

....I just don't believe we should give someone the power to influence what looks good just because of who they are.

I'm glad you've enjoyed this thread, it is one of the best here I feel

Now having said that I think you might have missed the spirit of this thread.
I maybe wrong, but I don't believe a single person here (myself included) believe that just because HRH wears it then we must.

However HRH exudes a fine sense of style when it comes to 'traditional' Highland dress, and rather that inspires a portion of your wardrobe or you aspire to emulate it (or you just appreciate it for what it is), HRH's dress is timeless & the mark of a well turned out gentleman.

**creagdhubh** · 9th May 10, 08:10 PM

Originally Posted by MacMillan of Rathdown

There is absolutely nothing wrong with using your clan badge as a kilt pin, or wearing it in the left lapel of your jacket it the mood so strikes you. The badge shows your allegiance to your chief and membership in the clan he leads. How you choose to display that allegiance is a matter of personal preference.

Exactly! I wear one sometimes when I prefer something a wee bit larger on my kilt apron.

**creagdhubh** · 9th May 10, 08:12 PM

Originally Posted by BoldHighlander

I'm glad you've enjoyed this thread, it is one of the best here I feel

Now having said that I think you might have missed the spirit of this thread.
I maybe wrong, but I don't believe a single person here (myself included) believe that just because HRH wears it then we must.

However HRH exudes a fine sense of style when it comes to 'traditional' Highland dress, and rather that inspires a portion of your wardrobe or you aspire to emulate it (or you just appreciate it for what it is), HRH's dress is timeless & the mark of a well turned out gentleman.

Precisely. Well said.