who is gonna know any way if its accurate or not. i bet maybe one in 50,000 would know.
So many reenactors and "living history" types have been bitten by this attitude: "I can get away with this (non-authentic/anachronistic item) because the public is too stupid to know better," only to have some knowledgeable spectator approach them and call them out on their blunder - much to the hobbyist's embarrassment and the derision of his fellows....
Last edited by Woodsheal; 13th April 08 at 04:44 PM.
Brian
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There is some historical evidence that tartan was not the only material used for clothing in the Highlands. I think an earth-tone tweed or solid color should be acceptable, especially for a belted plaid.
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