Reaction to you Wearing a Kilt

**Tobus** · 30th July 18, 05:34 AM

Originally Posted by Kiltedjohn

There is a lot of interesting, and conflicting, advice in this thread, so in the end you have to weigh it up and make the choice. My own feeling is that the kilt is a very conspicuous garment, and it might cause embarrassment if your date is not expecting it. I wouldn't wear it on a first date unless I was sure of my ground.

This is my take on it as well. Here in the USA, the kilt is most definitely not a commonly-seen garment in everyday situations. It can be, and usually is, seen as an eccentric choice. First dates are not the time and place to display personal eccentricity unless the other person knows it beforehand and is supportive. Even a woman who likes kilts, who would eventually be supportive, and who could become a lifelong partner, can be easily scared off by such a stunt.

I know, I know. This is a kilt forum. We all want the kilt to be accepted everywhere with no social ramifications. Sorry guys, but we need to be realistic. Context!

**Jock Scot** · 30th July 18, 06:46 AM

Originally Posted by Tobus

This is my take on it as well. Here in the USA, the kilt is most definitely not a commonly-seen garment in everyday situations. It can be, and usually is, seen as an eccentric choice. First dates are not the time and place to display personal eccentricity unless the other person knows it beforehand and is supportive. Even a woman who likes kilts, who would eventually be supportive, and who could become a lifelong partner, can be easily scared off by such a stunt.

I know, I know. This is a kilt forum. We all want the kilt to be accepted everywhere with no social ramifications. Sorry guys, but we need to be realistic. Context!

In my experience theres not much difference in female thinking here in the UK-------yes including Scotland-----either.

**jumary** · 30th July 18, 06:47 AM

I think all of us who may have been married for some time, in my case 33 years, are now living vicariously through your experience! I am now wondering if I would have worn a kilt on a first date. What would have happened if I had done so with my wife? Would she even have become my wife?
It is definitely a risky move, but you are just dating and it's supposed to fun, and you might just find a young lady who loves a bit of surprise and adventure! Best of luck and let us know what happens.

**Manu** · 30th July 18, 08:53 AM

I agree with the cautionary folks here. When you go on a date with someone, you should be aware of how the other person is going to perceive you, at least I would. It might be off putting to someone who might otherwise be a great partner in the future. Or maybe your date will be super happy to see you in a kilt on a first date. It can really go either way, and unless your date has been exposed to your kilting before, you're really taking a gamble. I'd err on the side of caution. I'm married, and luckily my wife loves my kilting, but kilts are still on the fringes in the US as far as daily men's wear, and your date might need to be eased into your kilting as opposed to surprising her on your first date.

**macmanjim** · 1st August 18, 11:01 AM

Take her to a Scottish Games event. Then wearing the kilt won't be as odd if you will.

**kiltedsawyer** · 2nd August 18, 05:49 AM

I've been reading this thread for a few days now and looking back at my own experience I have to agree with Riverkilt. My unsolicited advice is to be yourself, be honest, and be sincere. Dating is a process of elimination. The more honest you are about yourself, the faster you will get to the person you're looking for; the person who accepts you for who you are, warts and all. Many of us can share stories of how women have swooned for a man clad in kilt. But I think it's safe to say there may be an equal number not accepting of kilted attire. (There's only two kinds of women in the world.) So wear the kilt, and you're half way to finding the woman of your dreams.

David

**OC Richard** · 2nd August 18, 07:28 PM

Originally Posted by kiltedsawyer

the person you're looking for; the person who accepts you for who you are, warts and all.

Or kilts and all

**PatrickHughes123** · 2nd August 18, 09:02 PM

Wear a suit and start wearing the kilt when she gets to know you a lot more.

Your post has reminded me of what I wish I had done with my ex, every time I went on a date with her, wear the kilt. Couldn't for three reasons;

(1) - Didn't have the kilt yet or wasn't a full outfit yet.
(2) - A long time to put on.
(3) - Glasgow is a rough city and people mock you for wearing a kilt.

Wish I would have done it though, for every date despite what I said above. And even when I had a full outfit, our relationship was nearing the end.

**Baeau** · 30th July 18, 11:42 AM

Originally Posted by jumary

I think all of us who may have been married for some time, in my case 33 years, are now living vicariously through your experience! I am now wondering if I would have worn a kilt on a first date. What would have happened if I had done so with my wife? Would she even have become my wife?
It is definitely a risky move, but you are just dating and it's supposed to fun, and you might just find a young lady who loves a bit of surprise and adventure! Best of luck and let us know what happens.

Date,......Date,.....Date?? I think I did that about 36 years ago, can't remember. Seriously, my wife (at that time) would have been put off. A very shy young lady. Didn't know how to deal with outlandish / flamboyant people (I do not/never did fit either adjective). She stayed away from anyone that dressed to stand out in the crowds. Now, she's fine with me kilted. That said, she can, now, split a man's head at 20 paces with her tongue.