how to wear modern kilts

[Whidbey78]

I had Tapatio on them.

Funions...Nebraskan for "health food."

[Bugbear]

I had Tapatio on them.

Funions...Nebraskan for "health food."

Na, what you need is some salsa from Taos: the habanero and red chili kind. And you put that on the black beans with some sour cream or cheese or something like that; plain yoghurt also works. Then you take your corn tortillas and you toast them on the stove burner or the cast iron skillet, spoon some of the beans on the tortilla, fold it or roll it, and eat.

Make sure you have a glass of milk handy...

[Whidbey78]

Dang...that sounds good. I wish I had a 7-11 within 50 miles. That's okay. I'm all stuffed full of Funions, Tapatio and Dr. Pepper right now.

What were we talking about? Oh yeah...that Gunn guy and his malarky advice column. I cared so little what he thought that completely lost track of what this was all about.

The guy makes tons of money and countless people read his writings and seek out his advice, yet we care so little we got distracted by junk food.

Puts it in perspective, methinks.

[CMcG]

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What were we talking about? Oh yeah...that Gunn guy and his malarky advice column. I cared so little what he thought that completely lost track of what this was all about.

Let's at least attribute this correctly; Tim Gunn is only referenced in the article and is not the author.

[wildrover]

Sean, I really must diagree with the quotes. Firstly, often I look to replace trousers with the kilt - otherwise I don't look like myself in a casual setting. Therefore, in the fashionable modern world people generally don't tuck t-shirts in, and neither do I. I don't tuck mine into the kilt, as I often buy them quite tight-fitting anyway, so they're not bagging and they really don't hang.

I dunno that we're disagreeing, actually. Next time you're out buying clothes, try on a t-shirt that fits in the shoulders and has a good torso length, and then try one that's a size or two too large. That's the difference...usually you'll only notice with a jacket or a dress shirt, and only if it's too small...but too large does make a difference, even with t-shirts.

I wear my t-shirts untucked too, with kilt or pants. As a matter of fact, at the moment I have two things to wear on top of my kilt...t-shirts, and hoodies . Either one, if too large, looks goofy. It's not about tucking in the t-shirt, that's just silly...it's all about picking the right size for your body.

As for being a well-dressed gentleman. There is a time and a place, and I certainly can dress-up in my kilt. But that's what it is - dressing up. I don't run around in tweed Argyll jackets during the day and prince charlies in the evening. I, for one, could be described as a rather sloppy teenager who can often be well-dressed in the correct setting. Anything upto semi-formal, I am keen on dressing much like a young person - kilted or not.

So basically when I wear a t-shirt, I wear it untucked - kilt or not. When I wear a shirt I often wear it tucked-in.

Oh, you can turn out well in jeans and a t-shirt . IMHO, being a gentleman has !#@%-all to do with what you're wearing. How you're wearing it...as in, does it fit properly? has more to do with making a good visual impression than whether it's a suit or a burlap sack.

Ehh, what do I care; no sleight taken. I only half count anyway.

Taking a page from Jay & Silent Bob here...

...does that mean you're half gay, or half kilted?

The best 7-11 I've found was a place in Eagle, Alaska...actually, I don't even think it was a 7-11, just the local convenience store. The important thing was, it was really hot out, and they had a Slurpee machine.

Well...back to the topic...yes, I agree, the guy's suggestions for kilt accessories are tantamount to buffoonery...but I'll stand by what I assume is his intent for guys to actually look good once in a while, even if our natural inclination is to roll out of bed, swab with deodorant, and smell-check the pile for something clean enough to wear to work .

[Paul]

I dunno that we're disagreeing, actually. Next time you're out buying clothes, try on a t-shirt that fits in the shoulders and has a good torso length, and then try one that's a size or two too large. That's the difference...usually you'll only notice with a jacket or a dress shirt, and only if it's too small...but too large does make a difference, even with t-shirts.

I wear my t-shirts untucked too, with kilt or pants. As a matter of fact, at the moment I have two things to wear on top of my kilt...t-shirts, and hoodies . Either one, if too large, looks goofy. It's not about tucking in the t-shirt, that's just silly...it's all about picking the right size for your body.

Oh, you can turn out well in jeans and a t-shirt . IMHO, being a gentleman has !#@%-all to do with what you're wearing. How you're wearing it...as in, does it fit properly? has more to do with making a good visual impression than whether it's a suit or a burlap sack.

Taking a page from Jay & Silent Bob here...

...does that mean you're half gay, or half kilted?

The best 7-11 I've found was a place in Eagle, Alaska...actually, I don't even think it was a 7-11, just the local convenience store. The important thing was, it was really hot out, and they had a Slurpee machine.

Well...back to the topic...yes, I agree, the guy's suggestions for kilt accessories are tantamount to buffoonery...but I'll stand by what I assume is his intent for guys to actually look good once in a while, even if our natural inclination is to roll out of bed, swab with deodorant, and smell-check the pile for something clean enough to wear to work .

Ahh ok

[Bugbear]

Um, yes, something like that.

There's something about the tone of the article that is a little off to me. It's almost like the author is being pseudo-snarky; imitating the snarky tone of some fashion writers, but not quite getting it right... Perhaps the author is trying too hard. Ehh, it happens.

* Sorry about the food descussion.

[Whidbey78]

* Sorry about the food descussion.

Ditto.

We now return you to our regularly scheduled forum.

[wildrover]

Um, yes, something like that.

There's something about the tone of the article that is a little off to me. It's almost like the author is being pseudo-snarky; imitating the snarky tone of some fashion writers, but not quite getting it right... Perhaps the author is trying too hard. Ehh, it happens.

* Sorry about the food descussion.

Well honestly, speaking of food, a pseudo-snark sounds like some sort of flightless game bird. Relative of the snipe, perhaps?

I suspect you're right, tho. I also suspect most of us could out-snark that author.

The real trick is making a good point without being snarky, so with that in mind, if I've snarked out of turn, feel free to snark right back!

[Alan H]

I had to look him up...........

As the "Chief Creative Officer at Liz Claiborn," according to wikipedia, ...........

I have printed a copy of his article and will no doubt find good use for it as I am currently low on Charmin.

We think alike, bro. "Chief Creative Officer at Liz Claiborn"

Personally, if that were my job title, I would do my best to make it that nobody found out.