untraditional traditions

[MacBean]

I like all things in balance so that modern and traditional each has their place. What is the THCD equivalent of shorts, a T-shirt, and sneakers?

I am already finding tweed jackets and wool hose, while welcome in winter, are too hot in May, so leave my jacket behind when going out. In and about the house I sometimes push my socks down to the shoe (scrunched?). I confess I have also taken to wearing moccasins about the house with kilts; I think they look very well together; were they to become an American kilt tradition, I wouldn't mind at all. I have relaxed other aspects of the traditional dress code and just choose whichever shirt suits the kilt. I find quite a variety of shirts, though admit that Tattersal-types look good too.

I find I wear a relaxed kilted look about the house or to concerts. To Celtic festivals or restaurants I tend to THCD because I think the effort to preserve these is important.

[Lyle1]

I like all things in balance so that modern and traditional each has their place. What is the THCD equivalent of shorts, a T-shirt, and sneakers?

I think this is an important question. I don't think there is a THCD equivalent to what is now accepted by many American as standard casual dress.

[JSFMACLJR]

I think this is an important question. I don't think there is a THCD equivalent to what is now accepted by many American as standard casual dress.

Sure there is "THCD" equivalent, but those who are fans of modern kilt attire don't like it. We wear shirts, and hose, a tartan kilt, sporran, maybe a sweater if it's cool. We wear leather shoes on our feet, maybe rubber wellies if it's wet. Polo shirts work when it's warm.

It certainly is equivalent to "American standard casual dress."

[Lyle1]

Sure there is "THCD" equivalent, but those who are fans of modern kilt attire don't like it. We wear shirts, and hose, a tartan kilt, sporran, maybe a sweater if it's cool. We wear leather shoes on our feet, maybe rubber wellies if it's wet. Polo shirts work when it's warm.

It certainly is equivalent to "American standard casual dress."

Actually, what you describe sounds nice, but do you honestly think it is the equivalent of shorts, t-shirt, and sneakers? You also should not assume that wearers of modern kilt attire would not like that outfit, but they might still want something a little more casual as well. It isn't so much about wearing only one style as it is about wearing what seems appropriate for the time and place.

[JSFMACLJR]

Actually, what you describe sounds nice, but do you honestly think it is the equivalent of shorts, t-shirt, and sneakers? You also should not assume that wearers of modern kilt attire would not like that outfit, but they might still want something a little more casual as well. It isn't so much about wearing only one style as it is about wearing what seems appropriate for the time and place.

Yes, I honestly think it is the equivalent of shorts, t-shirt, etc WHEN I AM WEARING THE KILT. That is the crux of the amtter, I believe. I dress casually in "normal casual clothes" as described (although I have never worn a t-shirt so that anyone could see it), and I also dress casually in the kilt when I feel like wearing the kilt. I see nothing odd here.

[Lyle1]

(although I have never worn a t-shirt so that anyone could see it),

The real crux of the matter is that your definition of "normal casual clothes" is much more formal than what is commonly seen in public in America. I am not suggesting that you lower your standards; I certainly maintain my personal standards of dress, and I am sure that we would both be found lacking by some people's standards. As gentlemen, though, a bit of tolerance for the the preferences of others would be appropriate. If we can't be tolerant, we can at least remember what Thumper's mommy taught him.

[Bugbear]

Actually, what you describe sounds nice, but do you honestly think it is the equivalent of shorts, t-shirt, and sneakers? You also should not assume that wearers of modern kilt attire would not like that outfit, but they might still want something a little more casual as well. It isn't so much about wearing only one style as it is about wearing what seems appropriate for the time and place.

You mean with sandals? Or with scrunched-down Hose?

[Zardoz]

Sure there is "THCD" equivalent, but those who are fans of modern kilt attire don't like it. We wear shirts, and hose, a tartan kilt, sporran, maybe a sweater if it's cool. We wear leather shoes on our feet, maybe rubber wellies if it's wet. Polo shirts work when it's warm.

It certainly is equivalent to "American standard casual dress."

This describes my casual wear pretty well.

[davidlpope]

What is the THCD equivalent of shorts, a T-shirt, and sneakers?

I don't believe there is a THCD equivalent to shorts, t-shirt, and sneakers, though, I guess everyone has a different definition of "appropriate casual attire". FWIW, I wear shorts, t-shirts, and athletic shoes only when I'm PT'ing. Otherwise, I consider t-shirts an undergarment, so I don't wear them outside the house. Likewise, I only wear athletic shoes when actually doing athletics. At their high prices, I can't see putting daily wear and tear on what is, to me, a specialized piece of gear for running.

In terms of casual clothing, though, I do wear polo shirts, shorts, and leather camp-mocs around during the summer and would simply replace the shorts with kilt and kilt hose for casual kilted wear. Perhaps something like that is a better analogy.

David

[MacBean]

In terms of casual clothing, though, I do wear polo shirts, shorts, and leather camp-mocs around during the summer and would simply replace the shorts with kilt and kilt hose for casual kilted wear. Perhaps something like that is a better analogy.
David

Works for me.