Can I wear a kilt around Europe?
I have the idea of wearing my kilt whilst travelling around Europe. It will be a lighter fabric than the traditional woolen one as it would be too warm for summer in Europe.
What is a kilt?
hint: it's the thing he's wearing round his waist that looks like a skirt.
Why?
Kilts are quite functional for walking and travelling. I am planning on getting one of these when I travel.
Also I would like to see what reactions I get from people when travelling around Europe.
Where am I going in Europe?
http://www.tripline.net/trip/Eurotrip_Bruce-6031502460441004AB55F3DFBEB7A2DD
So have any of you worn a unique piece of clothing associated with your country, e.g. a Stetson hat from Texas, USA or a beret from France?
What were the reactions you got from doing this when in another country?
Did you receive any trouble for doing so or did you get positive reactions?
Do you think it could cause offense in some countries, e.g. bare legs are forbidden?
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What European countries wear kilts?
The small kilt or modern kilt emerged in the 18th century, and is essentially the bottom half of the great kilt. Since the 19th century, it has become associated with the wider culture of Scotland, and more broadly with Gaelic or Celtic heritage. It is most often made of woollen cloth in a tartan pattern.Do other countries wear kilts?
Although kilts are traditionally associated with Scotland, they are also long-established in Irish culture. Kilts are worn in both Scotland and Ireland as a symbol of pride and a celebration of their Celtic heritage, yet each country's kilt has many differences which we'll explore in this post.Who is entitled to wear a kilt?
Now that wearing a kilt is no longer a political act, who has the right to wear one? The surprising answer, apparently, is everyone. Generally speaking, Scots are happy to share the kilt with the world, perhaps because it, like whisky, is so indubitably Scottish that its cultural potency can't be diminished.Why Every Man Should Wear A Kilt
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