Leather Kilts – Ideal Scottish Attires

  • By chris

Mens leather kiltScottish culture is one of the most prestigious and esteemed cultures in the world. In fact, Scottish clothing when worn is sure to ignite a patriotism feeling in the person. The rebellious history of this esteemed culture is one of the primary reasons for the popularity of Scottish clothing all across the globe. Irrespective of the reasons for which it is highly popular, these are one of the most preserved traditional clothing styles of today’s times. Though people do not sport Scottish kilts daily, they are yet a grand hit among the masses. Sporting this archetypal Scottish clothing piece is apt for patriotic events or ceremonies, weddings, etc. Leather kilts are the most admired type of Scottish clothing representing the Scottish highland men. Those unaware need to know that kilts are types of skirts that males wear while playing bagpipes also known as bagpipers. Nevertheless, kilt has an exciting history. Initially, kilts used to be robe-like outfits worn over a long or tunic shirt. Previously, people considered as a Roman style, but later due to the uncomfortable feeling that men used to get during wet climatic conditions, these were changed with the light robe under and eliminating the rest similar to the ones used by Scottish highlanders during wars. Thus, the kilts available today are modified versions of original kilts. Current version is actually a skirt created by utilizing tartan plaid designs in colors that represent the region of a man from where he hails. Plaid pattern actually is a checkered design created by making use of woolen threads of various colors to create a horizontal and vertical design known as sett. Further, it is believed that kilts turned famous after King George II banned it in the year 1746 with the implementation of the Dress Act. This provoked Highlanders and thus, they started wearing it despite of the ban. This imbibed extreme patriotic feelings in kilts. This further made kilts an emblem of the Scottish nationality and pride. Accessories for Scottish Kilts: A genuine Scottish kilt is not complete without some cool accessories. First is the leather belt that you tie around your waist. Next is the small sized leather pouch that you attach to the kilt. This helps you to keep all your small stuffs or money. Kilt knife is a small sized knife with a flamboyant handle that you keep in the socks. Here, the socks worn up to your knees are known as hose and can be patterned or plain.

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