- Speaking the word "Scotland", we remember the mountains in the fog, the books of Walter Scott, and we have a kilt skirt before our eyes.
- The kilt has been worn throughout the centuries and remains in fashion today, not only in Scotland as well as around all over the globe.
- The kilt was earlier known as belted plaid or great kilt and this referred to a tartan cloth worn around the body and belted in place.
- It has to be the kilt—a standard item of men’s Highland Dress. A ‘true Scotsman’ wears his kilt with pride and honour as it embodies his heritage and tradition.
- Although it's not only we Scots who can lay claim to the kilt as a form of national dress, traditional kilts are recognized around the world as a symbol of Scotland.
- But fear not, as Highland Store’s kilt shop team are on hand to help you out. We put some frequently asked questions about how to choose and wear a kilt to them…
- A kilt, as the term is used in this article, is a skirtlike traditional Scottish garment in its modern form as illustrated in the photo at right.
- Scottish kilts are one of the most recognizable items of traditional clothing in the world. Discover this warm, smart, and durable garment in this guide.
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- Most Kilts[1] have a leather strap on the right apron, which is often called the under the apron. Pull the strap through to the outside until it's comfortable.