First attempt at Fly plaid?!

[DubintheDam]

I've done my homework and found some info, but surprisingly little, on the site about fly plaids. I'm considering wearing a fly P. this Pats day.

I purchased a yard by yard n' half (16oz) on ebay a couple of months ago along with a brooch at a good price. I've had the fabric hemmed by a tailor so no tasseled edge I'm afraid.

Attempts so far at wearing were not so great, it does get in the way a bit and pulls down on the shoulder.....any tips.....under the epulette or just over shoulder for example.

[MacCathmhaoil]

My personal advice is to leave it at home! There is no way to avoid it being a nuisance.

[DubintheDam]

My personal advice is to leave it at home! There is no way to avoid it being a nuisance.

From my brief attempt I tend to agree. They look good imo but a real hassle.

[AKScott]

A yard and a half by how wide?

[Father Bill]

They're nae traditional, but more popular in North America and particularly rentals than in the Highlands, it would seem from various postings and websites that I've been able to spot. Personally, I like them, have one, and have had no problems wearing it.

It seems that it's likely an attempt to imitate the end of the original great kilt (I won't attempt to spell the Gaelic here) or other plaids. Personally, since I like them, and living in an area where they're popular, I go for it, but only on occasions when I'm in a "starring role" so as not to distract from the true centre of attention.