Well done everyone, you are getting the idea that I was wanting to raise!
The thought came to me at the start, that some kilt wearers really don't have the confidence to wear the kilt without wearing the "kitchen sink" (K.S.). The comment was made quite inocently by a Mr. X who stated that he could not possibly attend an event to watch, without wearing a SD. I thought to myself what a shame. I often read it here that others appear to lack the confidence to wear the kilt without the "K. S.", or some such.
We in Scotland with kilt attire experience have the confidence, that wearing the kilt for normal daily life the"K S" is not necessary and is perfectly acceptable, as is not wearing a balmoral, not carrying carrying a cromach, or plaid. So much so, we would wonder why someone would be fully attired for just every day events, or events that just happened to be at a venue that they just happened to be passing through.
Where does this lack of confidence come from? Inexperience I understand, but one only needs to spend a few hours on this website to get the idea firmly placed in the mind that the "K S" is not always necessary for all occasions.
I have my thoughts on this, but I will let the conversation flow for a wee while to see if anyone touches on what I think might be part of the problem.
Last edited by Jock Scot; 16th January 25 at 08:03 AM.
Reason: added a clarification.
" Rules are for the guidance of wise men and the adherence of idle minds and minor tyrants". Field Marshal Lord Slim.
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