Kilt controversy nearly keeps johnston county teen from attending his prom

**MacKenzie** · 18th May 15, 09:59 AM

http://abc11.com/society/kilt-contro...g-prom/727914/

**AFS1970** · 18th May 15, 10:36 AM

Once again we see a story like this.

While I would like to see Kilts accepted, especially in a formal setting like this, the article does say there was a dress code stated up front. I can absolutely see asking if a kilt could be worn, because of the historical and sentimental value, but when in doubt asking up front should happen. This prom seems like they have a better grasp on these things than most, I am always a little miffed when I read about a kilt being denied while duct tape tuxedos are allowed in. So this might be one of the rare times I can not side with the young kilted gentleman.

**Couper** · 18th May 15, 10:44 AM

Pure ignorance. Such a shame for the young lad.

I just posted the article link on their Facebook page ( https://www.facebook.com/pages/Johns...87207674776117 ) as a comment on a post about the prom.

**Taskr** · 18th May 15, 11:10 AM

It is unfortunate, but the dress code is clearly stated

Young Gentlemen —You may enjoy wearing a tuxedo, but it is not necessary for this event. Dress pants,shirt, and tie are perfectly acceptable. Avoid jeans, shorts, sagging pants, or t-shirts.

So, it would seem dress pants are expected and we should not simply assume a kilt would replace them. I agree it does not say not to, but it does state 'pants'. Now, if it said formal, semi-formal, smart casual or other less specific to garments we might see some latitude for the ethnicity of dress the young fellow wishes the organization would tolerate. Having read the site, I think he'll be waiting a very long while.

**kiltedrennie** · 18th May 15, 06:21 PM

Originally Posted by Taskr

It is unfortunate, but the dress code is clearly stated

Young Gentlemen —You may enjoy wearing a tuxedo, but it is not necessary for this event. Dress pants,shirt, and tie are perfectly acceptable. Avoid jeans, shorts, sagging pants, or t-shirts.

Where does it say dress pants are required?

**Jack Daw** · 19th May 15, 03:41 AM

AGAIN?! Don't school admins keep up with 'current' events?

**Father Bill** · 19th May 15, 04:34 AM

If I understand this correctly, there was no "school admin." My understanding is that this was a dance put on by a group of parents of strong religious belief who based on those beliefs, chose to teach their children themselves rather than send them to any school.

No admin. No supervision of the education. Perhaps good or poor education. Depends on the parents in each situation.

Sad to me.

**MacCathmhaoil** · 18th May 15, 11:11 AM

I fear I have to side with AFS1970, their party, their rules. The dress code was pre-published and he had the right to ask before hand, so he shouldn't be upset when he has been denied entry for cause.
The issue of whether or not the kilt is an acceptable item of dress for the prom or for any similar occasion is entirely another matter.

**Arnot** · 18th May 15, 11:41 AM

I think the kilt should have been allowed. "Perfectly acceptable" does not mean mandatory, required, or compulsory. We are supposed to be tolerant of this, that, and the other. I believe the kilt should be included.