Men in Kilts {or not}

[Pete12]

From reading the internet on kilts for men it seems they are getting even more popular.
I have been looking at some more non traditional kilts especially by Union Kilts and have been quite struck by there leather range. I must admit I would like to purchase one soon.
I would definately wear it at home and possibly on holidays, other than that I'm not sure.
I don't know how my wife would feel about me wearing a leather kilt which would be important to me, how she feels.
What would your reaction be to a guy wearing a kilt? Do you have one already?
I don't believe you have to be Scottish, and I think a non traditional kilt are prehaps becoming more acceptable, maybe.
Your thoughts please.
Peter. 8)

[Richard]

Pete12

I waer my UK out and about town, not all the time, but I do love the freedom of the kilt or skirt . It's about time we have our fashion freedom too, the same freedom that weman have. Men's fashion suck! the same old thing every year, if men and weman have the same rights then it's time for men to be able to wear what they love to wear just as the lady's can, unisex fashions and no I'm not gay.

Southern California
Richard.

[FashionForumGuy]

Being an asian, living in America, if I spot a man on the street, wearing a kilt, I will find it abnormal. However I think it wol dbe perfectly normal for european countries like Scotland.

[Richard]

Go on the internet and look up kilts, they are getting even more popular.

http://www.utilikilts.com/

http://www.amok.ch/amok_e/home/index.htm

http://bearkilts.com/index2.html

http://www.macabiskirt.com/ This web site is unisex in that they make a skirt for men too.

http://users.telenet.be/jbruyndonckx/skirt8.html

http://www.gothicvaults.com/mensskirts.cfm

This is only a sample of some of the web site's to look at.
hope this helps you.

[ali101]

dear pete
trust me im a girl dont even think about that under stood i dont care if your the king of france what ever you do dont purchase one

love ali 101

[Pink Ribbon]

I was actually in Washington DC not long ago and saw someone wearing one at the Capital Building. I would have to say I have never seen something like that before, but I think it would be okay to wear one. Especially if it is your culture. It wouldn't be the most "in" thing to do, but go for it!

[fashionkid101]

I would say that it's definitely OK to wear a kilt... even more than OK.... fashion is growing and expanding and kilts may be where the industry is headed for men. And I especially think that the leather kilt that you are considering buying is awesome! Leather may be the way to go with kilts! I say go for it!!!!! :D

[Pete12]

Yes, I am going to get a kilt soon.
And I think i will wear some underwear, the thought of that equipment hanging loose makes me feel uncomfortable.
Thanks for your views. I think Union Kilts in leather is the one for me.

[sister2paris]

If you like kilts, buy one. Personally, here in St. Louis, Illinois, I have never seen anyone in a kilt, but this city is way behind on trends. I usually go on weekend trips to places like Chicago to buy new trends, people here don't understand and I have gotten some really strange looks from people.

[Pete12]

I am not sure about wearing out. However it would be great to wear on holiday and a evening out. I'm not sure whether my wife would like it.

[Richard]

Pete12

A friend just sent this to me.
Be comfortablle when the day's get to hot and be Fashionable too.
Fashion freedom for men!

2 March 2006
PORTER IN SKIRT ROW

A CROSS-dressing hospital porter faces the sack because he refuses to stop wearing a skirt.

Gary Starns was suspended after telling bosses he would not work in a trouser suit uniform.

The 39-year-old, a porter at Southend hospital in Essex, said he is more comfortable in a skirt.

Health chiefs claim it is a health and safety risk, but Mr Starns argues that nurses wear them - so he should also be allowed to.

He added: "It's so hypocritical. They shouldn't be so petty." Mr Starns is waiting on a disciplinary hearing to decide his fate.

I responded to this issue by querying the use of the term
"cross-dresser" for a man who wears a skirt when most men wear them -
they might call them something else (such as 'kilt', 'sarong',
'towel' or 'dressing gown') but they wear skirts. This is a clear
case of discrimination on the grounds of gender (unless women in his
position are also banned from wearing skirts) but the problem arises
because we don't challenge the mis-use of the term "cross-dresser."


8) Richard

[Xpose]

I've never seen anyone wear a kilt in Denmark, so it's weird for me. But I've heard and seen that a lot of people wear kilts in England and Scotland.

[Pete12]

Well everybody I have ordered my leather kilt from Union Kilts, and I would like to thank Richard from the company for being so nice he is throwing in a belt and shirt as well.
Can't wait to get it!!
Peter. :wink:

[kytheria]

There is nothing wrong in wearing the kilt since its a tradtional wear, ppl who knows about culture would understand if they ever saw a man wearing it, same goes to other cultures, i think it looks good as long as you choose a good one..

[Pete12]

http://upload4.postimage.org/106889/LeatherKilt.jpg (http://upload4.postimage.org/106889/photo_hosting.html)
http://upload4.postimage.org/106890/UnionKilt.jpg (http://upload4.postimage.org/106890/photo_hosting.html)
http://upload4.postimage.org/106891/UnionLeatherKilt.jpg (http://upload4.postimage.org/106891/photo_hosting.html)

This is the Kilt that I have ordered. Peter. :D

[UnionKilts]

Hi Peter

Did you get my e-mail regading the Length Peter?

Regards

Richard
UnionKilts Ltd

[lefty scissors]

you know, i grew up with a bunch of punk kids, and it was common for the boys
to wear a kilt along with a ripped-up band t-shirt, or a plain t-shirt and tie.
And wearing a kilt is not cross-dressing, unless you are female. Guys everywhere
also wear kilts on saint patricks day.

http://upload4.postimage.org/132074/kiltone.jpg (http://upload4.postimage.org/132074/photo_hosting.html)
http://upload4.postimage.org/132078/kilttwo.jpg (http://upload4.postimage.org/132078/photo_hosting.html)

[kytheria]

pete12, the one you got is really cool, leather huh? :wink:

[Pete12]

I just got that leather kilt I ordered a few weeks ago. Well its absolutely fantastic. Lovely design, it has belt loops and 3 loads of pockets. All very deep and plenty of room for cash, mobile phone and lots more.
http://upload3.postimage.org/231749/LeatherKilt.jpg (http://upload3.postimage.org/231749/photo_hosting.html)
The pic is not me, but this is the kilt.
Peter.

[Sdotmoss]

lefty scissors i agree IT'S not crossdressing! who said that??? and pete 12 that leather kilt is rockin!!

[Pete12]

Thanks sdotmoss, it does the ego a lot. Thanks.

[Sdotmoss]

UR welcome :shock:

[fashion4life]

i'm not too sure about this one...

[hannah01]

Definitely! I think guys look great in kilts. Well if they've got nice legs and they're good looking anyway.

I saw a program a while back... it was called ladette to lady or something like that and there were guys on there wearing kilts and all the garb and they looked so nice.

The guys in this country all dress the same apart from the goths. They all have shaved off hair and football tees and that. It's nice to see someone dressed up and especially if they're smart and more individual looking.

Dress like you want and don't give a crap!

han
www.luxury-leather-goods.com

[Pete12]

Yes, here here.

[UnionKilts]

Yes, here here.

So Pete
where is the picture of you wearing it :-)

we all want to see it dude :-)

Richard
UnionKIlts

[Pete12]

I can't seem to load pictures onto this site.
I'll give it another go, bear with me.

[Richard]

Pete and Richard, do you wear boots and if so are they tall boots? Lady's what do you think looks good in boots with a kilt.
Richard G.

[imaginarydvabc]

I'm not trying to sound feministic, and dont take it as is. But the skirts are ours. Any versions of the skirt is forbidden anywhere in the continental US.

Sorry Men.....

[Steve]

That looks well cool Peter. I don't think I could pull it off. Although I would like to wear a kilt to a wedding or my wedding if I ever get wed. Then again I'm not Scottish so I would be doing it because it looks cool rather than for historic reasons.

[UnionKilts]

I'm not trying to sound feministic, and dont take it as is. But the skirts are ours. Any versions of the skirt is forbidden anywhere in the continental US.

Sorry Men.....

Hello

Well all i can say is: Kilts have been worn by men well before trousers were even invented...Fact..

regards All

Richard

[Pete12]

I wear short boots with woolen socks. When I'm at home I just wear socks.
Also men have worn kilts/gladiator skirts since the year dot. In Scotland its part of the national costume, be it a leather kilt that I have which is a bit different.
May I add a note that I am happily married.
Men in Kilts is more normal than one would believe.
Richard, I will post a pic soon.
Peter. Union Kilts are ACE.

[Richard]

Thank you Pete 12, I'm looking forward to hearing from you and others too.
I use high boots from military to others.http://upload4.postimage.org/1178506/thecl169747_11493_jb.jpg (http://upload4.postimage.org/1178506/photo_hosting.html)http://upload4.postimage.org/1178517/WN_BN_D_main.jpg (http://upload4.postimage.org/1178517/photo_hosting.html)

[jennypiccolo]

Kilts arent the same as skirts, silly folk. They are very heavy duty garments. I'm Scottish and i love a man in a kilt! You have to make sure the length is right, kneel on the floor and it should be just about touching the floor. Girls traditionally don't wear kilts as national dress, either.

I have to say, i'm not a huge fan of the leather/army pattern kilts and what not, but to each his own. I quite like the plain black ones though, they're quite sexy. And the green/blue hunting tartans are my favourite.

[Richard]

Thanks Jenny, I plan on a 2nd black kilt soon to go with my boots in the picture. My mothers side of the family came over from Ireland and we also have the Scottish blood in thier too the other side is German. What do you think of the kilts in the pictures. here?http://upload4.postimage.org/1213514/AKcamo.jpg (http://upload4.postimage.org/1213514/photo_hosting.html)
http://upload4.postimage.org/1213535/ON_BK_DN_main.jpg (http://upload4.postimage.org/1213535/photo_hosting.html)
http://upload4.postimage.org/1213555/scotlion.jpg (http://upload4.postimage.org/1213555/photo_hosting.html)

[Pete12]

I like those plain colour kilts, is this the way forward for men folks?

[Pete12]

(http://upload4.postimage.org/1236190/photo_hosting.html)
At last I have been able to upload my picture for you Richard and all. This is me in my Union leather kilt.
Not bad really whats the verdict people.
Peter. :)[img]http://upload4.postimage.org/1236190/IMG_0071.jpg (http://upload4.postimage.org/1236190/photo_hosting.html)

[Richard]

Hi! Pete12,
The kilt looks great!! how much for a Union kilt? the UK kilts are $700 bucks but I can't see that much $$$ for a leather kilt. So do you wear boots at all?

Richard G.http://upload4.postimage.org/1238633/LP_generic.jpg (http://upload4.postimage.org/1238633/photo_hosting.html)
http://upload4.postimage.org/1238638/LP_detail_side.jpg (http://upload4.postimage.org/1238638/photo_hosting.html)
http://upload4.postimage.org/1238644/LP_detail_pocket.jpg (http://upload4.postimage.org/1238644/photo_hosting.html)

[Pete12]

Yer man, boots did not come out in photo. Short boots, me no like long boots, i think it suggests something i am not. Know what i mean, wink wink. :wink:

[levinmage]

I think this is the latest fashion craze that is eventually end up getting very popular. Mark my words.

[Richard]

Ievinmage,
I hope you are right about that. Kilts or skirts are not gay or feminine, I wear tall boots with.
Yes Pete, you are so right about men haveimg worn kilts/gladiator skirts since the year dot.
In Scotland its part of the national costume, be it a leather kilt that I have which is a bit different.
Men in Kilts is more normal than one would believe.
Pete, are the Union kilts $$$
Richard
http://upload4.postimage.org/1243220/blackroykilt.jpg (http://upload4.postimage.org/1243220/photo_hosting.html)
http://upload4.postimage.org/1243223/2005_28.jpg (http://upload4.postimage.org/1243223/photo_hosting.html)
http://upload4.postimage.org/1243228/past2.jpg (http://upload4.postimage.org/1243228/photo_hosting.html)

[Pete12]

These are positive replies.
Thanks for your thoughts levinmage.
Richard what do you mean,
'are the Union kilts dollars'.
I think I might get a cloth kilt next.
Probably Union, eh.
Peter.

[Richard]

Good morning Pete12
I'd like to get a leather kilt too but the money, wow $700 dollers for a UK kilt :wink: that's why I had asked how much for a Union leather kilt.
O !! Pete, how about the sporran, you can use them to put your car key's and other littel things in to them.
Richard

http://upload4.postimage.org/1245796/89_61022_small.jpg (http://upload4.postimage.org/1245796/photo_hosting.html)
http://upload4.postimage.org/1245802/89_34002_small.jpg (http://upload4.postimage.org/1245802/photo_hosting.html)
http://upload4.postimage.org/1245804/7_011_small.jpg (http://upload4.postimage.org/1245804/photo_hosting.html)
http://upload4.postimage.org/1245810/celtic_islessm.jpg (http://upload4.postimage.org/1245810/photo_hosting.html)

[Pete12]

Got you Richard. For the leather kilt from Union less than £300 a belt and T shirt was thrown in as well.
As for the sporran, the leather kilt has so many pockets that it does'nt really need one. However they are pretty cool. Maybe I will especially if I get a cloth kilt.
Peter.

[jennypiccolo]

I like the black one, but i think the pockets ruin the shape of it a bit.

Anyone remember Vin Diesel's?

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d6/vazzavazza/vin.jpg

I always thought those lightning bolt kilt pins were a gay thing,i have no idea why.

[Pete12]

I understand what you mean by the pockets but I love them actually.
I have a leather look kilt, {PVC} which I got from ebay for £20 it has no pockets and hangs nicely. This was the first kilt I got to see if I wanted to spend £300 or so on quality leather one.
Peter.

[Pete12]

Quite varied opinions on guys wearing kilts.
I personally like wearing one, its certainly different. Although I have'nt worn it out, lack of confidence.
Well maybe if I go to Scotland I will wear it, but maybe in a traditional cloth not the leather which may give the impression of a particular sexual orientation. But I love wearing one.
My wife is not that keen at all, but she is not that adventurous.
Peter

[harley]

i'm scottish, and although i sound like such a stereotype, i think kilts are amazing. i have a properly made red tartan number, and i adore it.

'mon the kilts!
(it's a scottish thing)

[latinfashionista]

I'm not trying to sound feministic, and dont take it as is. But the skirts are ours. Any versions of the skirt is forbidden anywhere in the continental US.

Sorry Men.....

Ok, that is an opinion. Now, please explain why. Without taking anything for granted.

[Pete12]

The US is quite modern for its age, and maybe thats why the US would not accept kilts as day to day wear.
Everyone has an opinion, great, but lets not be so tunnel visioned. The world other than the US has a long, very long history of fashion and soldiers wore kilts. Big hunky Roman Gladiators.
The kilt has been Scotlands traditional national costume for years.
Skirts are not just a woman ONLY thing, far from it. Read your history books or are they not available in the US of A, eh.
I am a hetrosexual guy, English who likes wearing a mans kilt. And the Scottish look great in them too.
They certainly are not a womens thing at all.
My opinion, fact and historically true.
Amen.....
Pete.

[Tommiboi07]

im unsure about kilts ... even dou the thought of wearing one sounds not only very comfy but very "free".... im not sure i could pull it off , cosidering i dont have exactly "scottish lumber-jack legs" lol :D ....but hell my mottos try anything once :)

x

[Pete12]

Yer you give it a go mate. Tomi.
If you don't like it, end of. But the freedom is nice.
Pete.

[FSHX]

Sorrie. Not for me.

[Pete12]

Me and the wife are going to Scotland for a short break. She says I should take my leather kilt to wear even though shes not keen on it.
I reckon she means what she says. What would your advice be cause I will feel ok wearing it in the right atmosphere?
Peter. Thanks.

[MiaMi]

Men in kilts or not?

Not...

[Pete12]

Just like a kilt in Scotland. Hue socks might go well with a kilt!!