Kilty Pleasures

I’ve decided I want a kilt. No, I need a kilt.

I’ve actually been toying around with the idea for a couple of years, but it always gets back-burnered for some reason. Probably because there isn’t a convenient Kilts-R-Us store where I can just go and be instantly gratified. 

No, instead I need to take measurements, order one, and wait. 

I’m not very good at waiting.

At the moment I’m somewhat torn between a cargo/utility type kilt and a tartan. Both are viable options that can look good:

And I am certain that I want the more modern fitting of the kilt (like those pictured) with it sitting at my hips/waist, not the traditional high riding style over the belly button. 

The trouble with an all tartan look is that I want pockets. And daily wearability. Not to work (you silly geese!) but after work, to the bar, bombing around on weekends, etc. 

Yeah, just like I made fetch happen, I wanna make kilts happen. 

Like this:

But slouchier. Maybe with the socks not as high. 

Kilted Bros in Cleveland actually makes a cool hybrid kilt– part utility, part tartan. And I think I may get it. You can choose your colors and they’ll make it for you. Here’s an example:

I like the pop of color under the black. And it has snaps and leather belt closures, pockets, etc. 

I’m thinking it could be fun!  Like shorts only breezier. And eye-catching. Because, let’s face it, if you wear a kilt you’re wanting to be noticed.  Plus there are those other benefits- like when you’re at a bar…..