Speedos underneath the kilt?

**Kilted2006** · 28th June 06, 03:45 AM

Hey guys and great site by the way!
I have just been given a kilt as a birthday present from my parents to celebrate my Scottish heritage from my mother's side, and, as usual, was told that traditionally it is customary to go commando, or nothing, underneath it. Now, I am okay I think in the downstairs department, but am not that sure about letting it all there to show as it were just yet. And I do not like the idea of wearing boxers or underwear underneath it as I think that would be a bit too personal and revealing. So I have decided to wear a pair of my black speedos underneath as 1 ) they offer coverage where it's needed and 2 ) being black they sort of add to the camoflage of the darkness underneath the kilt to begin with. And on the plus side if the lads and I decide to go for a dip in the pool afterwards I just have to drop kilt and dive in!
Another question though which I hope some of you may be able to answer for me - What exactly is this other thing my Dad has warned me about that some people like to do, something called Kilt Tipping? Should I be worried about it at my party? I won't be the only guy kilted as my mates, although not Scottish, want to get in on the act and arrive in the same attire, although one of my mates thinks that chicks will dig him as he plans to go commando and is 'ready to go when the desire arises'. WHich I don't see is possible with a kilt gettin' in the way.

**Bob C** · 28th June 06, 04:07 AM

If one MUST wear speedos, I suppose hiding them beneath a kilt is the least offensive way to do so.

**Robin** · 28th June 06, 04:14 AM

At first...a warm welcome and congrats with your 1st kilt! (what tartan?)

Wearing black speedos or briefs is perfect!

You said it yourself...the black is good camo and because they're short...nobody will see what you're wearing underneath.

About kilt tipping (or a "kilt check" with a cell phone camera) just don't let it happen. When people ask about what you wear underneath just say it's none of their business.

Women love kilts and some get slightly overheated...you'll find out

Never lift your kilt...don't flash...it's vulgar, not funny and disrespectful towards the kilt. Tell this to your kilted friends also...a kilt is not a "funny party outfit to score a date". Besides...when you wear a kilt there's no need to act like a clown...people will notice you anyway.

Wear your kilts with pride and all will be fine.

**Pour1Malt** · 28th June 06, 04:30 AM

walcome tae the rabble kiltie06....

listen tae Robin abiun!- guid advise fur ya there!

also... it is no "commando"... thot is a trooser term... it is "regimental"...

tak a guid luek a the "Kilt Do's and Dont's threid" guid advice fur ya there!

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**Hamish** · 28th June 06, 05:04 AM

Hi, as Robin so rightly says, "Black speedos or briefs is perfect." - that is, if you MUST wear anything! When I danced with the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society's demonstration team (too many years ago!), black or bottle-green Speedos or their 1960s/1970s equivalent were the required dress when we gave public shows. When absolutely necessary, I still wear the same type of swim brief as I think glimpses of boxers look just too horrendous!

**Kilted2006** · 28th June 06, 05:11 AM

Thanks for the advice so far guys, and thanks also for the word up on it being called 'regimental' instead of 'commando' or 'natural'.
My mate reckons that by wearing a kilt and wearing nothing underneath will get him plenty of 'play' at the party but I assure you guys that nothing will happen as the girls I know are not 'that way inclined' for a quick one and are always responsible with their alcohol consumption. Boring guys I know

I am lucky I suppose in that I am pretty good shape ( turning 21 ) and so have a flat stomach and a reasonable **** that helps keep the kilt up ( thank god for my dad's genes in that department as well - no flat **** ) and all in all I am happy with my physique and am able to wear a speedo with not too much self conciousness of how revealing it is. Which makes me think it will be sooner, rather than later, that I go regimental with my kilt.

**Big Paul** · 28th June 06, 05:19 AM

Welcome to the forum!

Black Boxer Briefs get my vote..

**Chris Webb** · 28th June 06, 06:07 AM

Try to block the mental image but I wear a dark colored thong when not regimental ... it provides appropriate coverage when needed while 'keeping the mystery alive' if and when my kilt gets 'tipped'.

I get my undies from International Male. I know it's hard to believe but they are exceptionally comfortable.

Kilt On.

Chris Webb

**Barclay** · 28th June 06, 06:13 AM

I wear a speedo, or compression shorts, under my kilt for highland games - the speedo is preffered in the hot weather. As Hamish points out, it is advisable to wear something when dancing or doing something athletic that may cause accidental exposure, and the dark speedo fits the bill perfectly.

Wear what's comfortable for you, though. Nobody has to know what you're wearing, or not wearing, unless you choose to let them in on it.

Welcome aboard and welcome to the world of kilts.

**Kilted KT** · 28th June 06, 06:47 AM

Robin nailed it...not much more to say, except be wary of wild-eyed women wanting to know what is under the kilt!

oh, and welcome to the addiction!!!