Spouse Says NO to You Wearing the Kilt? What do you do?

Okay so the type of kilt is a bit academic for this video. What the lads get to discussing is family and spousal support for the kilted lifestyle.
What do you do if your significant other does not like you wearing the kilt?
How do you have a productive discussion with them about why you want to do it, and what the kilt means to you?
Rocky's basic take is that open and honest communication is crucial. The goal is to determine exactly what about the kilt is disturbing your spouse. The most common concern is that the kilt looks effeminate, or is too ono-conformist for the community in which you live.
This may be more personal than "what will the neighbors think?" In many cases we have found, especially with women, the concern is over what family members, parents or immediate circles such as a church congregation may think. This will require a lot of discussion and parsing out your mutual priorities and needs. It may be the hardest hurdle of them all.
Another classic unspoken feeling is jealousy. Some S.O.s are simply insecure about themselves and the strength of the relationship. They worry that the kilt wearer will get a lot of attention and, shall we say, invitations. In this case, special attention and support is crucial. You must make sure they realize how important they are to you and that they are absolutely "along for the ride" as you enjoy the adventures of life.
On a brighter note, sometimes the issue is a more surface-level insecurity - they may feel you simply look better dressed than they do when you go out. They may feel like they have to put on some kind of show to match your fashion statement. This is usually the easiest worry to overcome. Sometimes through playing with matching outfits. Sometimes through making sure you are toning down all aspects of your outfit except the kilt (ie. "normalizing" the kilt).
In some cases, you may need to "agree to disagree" and find a compromise. We don't feel this is optimal, but one way to do this is to agree to only wear the kilt when you are going out without your S.O. -- an "out of sight out of mind" approach. This can work. It can also be a stepping stone to normalization. The more often they see you kilted, the more they get used to it, and the less they want to take the time to worry about it if you have something you both need/want to do out of the house.
No matter how you decide to play it, be as understanding of their feelings as possible. Stand up for what you want to do, but acknowledge them and their concerns. Time is on your side and patience is a Good Thing.
Tartans of the day:
Rocky: Stewart Old Wilsons of Bannockburn colours
Erik: Cameron Erracht Muted
Mac: Red Hackle
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[@sonny2593]

I got my first kilt two weeks ago. Now I've got 3, and a steadily increasing collection of the accessories. Had to give the missus my bank card as I'm starting to see kilts like pokemon; I wanna catch them all.

[@junttivision7743]

I have only one kilt, so I wear it on spesial occasions. My girlfriend bought it to me in Edinburgh, on our holiday (she allso payed for the trip. I know she is a keeper😜). She allso made the sporran herself. It is made from raindeer leather. Greetings from Finland 🎅🏻.

[@MarcelGomesPan]

I have been thinking of getting a raindeer sporran and perhaps sgian dubh myself. I dont have a wife that can make them though. Greetings from Sweden. 🇸🇪🇫🇮🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@junttivision7743]

@@MarcelGomesPan Raindeer sporran and Mora kniv🤘

[@thomaspatton4401]

Now that is a strong Marriage and a good pairing! I would see a few spa days in her future. :) Just a thought for your arsenal of good ideas for her. Best of luck and many happy days for both of you!

[@jazzmystic23]

My Japanese wife was a bit “confused”, but accepting when I told her I would be wearing my kilt and Prince Charlie for our wedding (which was a bit hit). When I first became a “serial kilter”, she and my kids teased me for a little bit, but now they barely notice and everything’s fine. I explained to her what it means to me, my pride in my heritage and how my grandfather used to tell us stories about our clan when I was a kid. She still sometimes playfully gives me a hard time because whenever we’re out and about, strangers inevitably compliment my kilt or want to talk Scotland and clans. She’s a very proper, somewhat introverted Japanese lady who like most of her culture, prefer to blend in and not be noticed. However, with a little time she’s come to terms with being married to a Celtic peacock. Brother, if you ain’t who you are, you’re nobody! If your wife can’t accept that, you have some thinking to do.

[@themanhimself1229]

That's gotta be a funny dichotomy. I also like the term Celtic Peacock.

[@99oildrops]

I thought about buying a kilt since there are a few Scottish surnames in my family tree but I ultimately decided not to. I just don't like attention and I prefer to blend in myself when I'm out in public. I'm much more comfortable wearing a tartan scarf instead which I often do during the winter. It's a little more subtle way of showing the pride I have in my Scottish heritage and it makes me feel "cool" besides. I certainly respect those with the balls to wear something so wild and prominent but kilts just aren't my style.

[@gregshaw30]

My non-conformist Japanese wife of 29 years is still uncomfortable with me wearing my Kilts/utilikilts. "Celtic peacock" I like it!

[@thomaspatton4401]

Amen Brother!

[@timmycook6708]

Hey so my family hates me wearing a kilt. They must be jealous because they got my kilt all wrinkled, took it out of my closet and crumpled it up in a ball, thinking it was ruined because we have no iron. All I did was get it soaking wet and straighten the pleats by hand, and it's good as new 😋 I'll never stop wearing it!

[@thomaspatton4401]

Sounds to me like you owe them a "favor" in return. Make it a good one that teaches them what happens when they disrespect you and your property. good luck!

[@thomaspatton4401]

I would sit them all down and tell them what ignorant, jealous, narrow minded birks they all are and and if it ever happens again you are going to drink an entire gallon of kool-aid or fruit juice and piss on all of their best clothes! that oughtta set em' straight. At least then they will always be looking over their shoulders and checking their clothes to make sure you didn't. But mostly it will keep them honest, in line and make them respect you and your belongings. Just remember; They did you a nasty by trying to ruin something you love, so you owe them one. Let them know that pay back is a hell of a mean little Bitch! Tell them; "Don't try me, If you push me, I'll make your life Hell on Earth! Respect is earned, it is not given away freely!"

[@dlong4991]

@@thomaspatton4401 something like itching powder in the undergarments.

[@kashishimotohoward]

Being single is soooo liberating! I'm a 280+lb black guy in Pittsburgh ( I only mention that, because it's the first thing folks in this city bring up), I stand out, LOL! I get tons of compliments, and it's great not having a significant other to veto my wardrobe decisions. I think a lot of people are jealous of the confidence. I guess it's also a matter of WHEN he started wearing a kilt. Was he already married? Or was it a thing before they met?

[@thomaspatton4401]

For me, generally speaking, we have to accept all aspect of each other (spouse to spouse) before we marry. If that means kilts to then that's what it means! It doesn't matter when you started, what matters is heritage and what you want to do with it. if it means wearing a kilt then do it! You should never veto each other's wardrobes, it will only result in resentment and bigger problems neither of you need.

[@KiltedVeteran]

If your spouse has a problem wearing a kilt or great kilt, find a new spouse. 😄

[@tampazeke4587]

...or find your balls.

[@majmarkbrown7816]

wow you hear marriage counseling in the strangest of places 😂

[@afafaakaka562]

I encourage my hubby to get good ones and vintage accessories to go with them. And it gives me an excuse to get something for myself to match his stuff 😁 Life is too short to live it boringly To guy on the right - where did you get your sporran? It's really cool!

[@jobforanorn]

My wife hates the attention I'm getting when I'm out in a kilt. Most of the time people are quite nice and discreet, but we cannot stand the annoying ones x) She is more concern about safety than anything else, some folks happened to be unpredictable sometimes. She digs the look and really like everything about it (culture, country, clans history, etc) but like you guys said many times the kilt is not a common garment, and you are going to be bothered at some point because it is so unique. Love and care for your husband/wife, for whom he or she is, not for what he or she wears.....

[@Fathernsonadventures]

I get the consern but the thing is no one should conform to what others want. I'm a man I like kilts and I carry a gun at all times. So no one starts sh.t with me but I know that's not an option for everyone. But typically I believe everyone should be armed weather it's a gun, knife, sword, etc because especially these days you never know what's going to happen. And believe it or not but wearing a kilt and a drop leg holster with a 9mm cz75 is really comfortable. And my wife loves the look

[@jobforanorn]

@@Fathernsonadventures Totally Agree !

[@thomaspatton4401]

All you can do sometimes is educate those who don't understand. Many times I have found out the surnames of the hecklers and educated them on their own family background. As a result they walked away feeling like a first class jerk for the way they were treating me up until they found out that they shared the same heritage. They instantly realized that they couldn't put me down without insulting themselves at the same time. Just part of being a good Kilted Ambassador.

[@cedainty]

Rocky is SPOT ON!!!

[@DonaldBurdek]

I'm about to jump down the kilting rabbit hole. My girlfriend is completely against me wearing a kilt. I'm going to do it anyway. If she loves me like she says, she'll learn to accept it. If not, she'll leave me. Either way, I win. But I will take the advice here and apply it before pulling the trigger on my first kilt

[@TacticalCastle]

SIR!!! Well done!

[@karlr750]

My wife bought me my first kilt, but sometimes she gripes about having to dress up because I'm wearing a kilt.

[@thomaspatton4401]

Tell her, playfully, that she can't look like a slob all the time. Get with the program Girl! Seems the roles are reversed. ;)

[@thomaspatton4401]

That is by the very definition the art of shooting one's self in the foot.

[@richardwhite3924]

I wore a kilt on our first date 6 years ago. Since she got used to my wearing a kilt from the beginning, she has no issues now. However, she did have some issues initially when women who neither of us knew would walk up to me and blatantly flirt with me when I am kilted, as if she wasn't there. But she has gotten past that and now when it happens, she interjects herself into the conversation and starts talking to the woman/women, referring to me as her husband. The oddest circumstance, which we both find amusing, is when we are in nearby Provincetown, Massachusetts in summer when it is a Mecca for gay people and gay men come up and start flirting with me when I am kilted. She does a similar thing and starts talking to the man/men, referring to me as her husband.

[@dann.6381]

"New wife"..... Mack just took the lead with that one! WELL DONE! Show her who wears the kilt in that family! :)

[@lizzysherwood8607]

I wish my husband would wear a kilt. I personally purchased the great kilt from you guys...I LOVE the material. I know it's considered an earasaid for women but I choose to wear it like the guys do. It's so cool but I have to admit it's a pain to put together so I plan on get meself a regular kilt. I'd wear one everyday if I could afford to have that many!

[@christiangibbs8534]

This sounds like a bumper sticker: "My wife told me that the kilt goes, or she goes. I'll miss her." But seriously- thanks for bringing this up. Some people just don't think about this kind of thing.

[@dreadhawk861]

Lol great vid. My wife hates I wear a kilt(hybrid utility kilt) on the weekends. Maybe over time she'll get used to it, or maybe I'll just wear it when I'm going out without her.... only time will tell.

[@michaelfrazer1807]

Thank You

[@philw8049]

I don’t get the “it’s not manly” argument. I dare you to say Scottish men aren’t some of the manliest men out there! I mean really, they throw friggin logs… for fun! I only have a utility kilt as that’s all finances will allow right now. My wife is not a fan I’d say but she deals with it cause she know I will wear it anyway lol

[@thomaspatton4401]

Tossing the Kayber is no easy feat. Those guys got my respect.

[@Siberius-]

Also like, whatever. Doesn't have to be "manly" (even though yes I agree it is very closely associated with quite a lot of things that we would refer to as "manly").

[@danielnokes9146]

It’s a skirt-like garment worn by a man. If she dislikes it, does that mean that she can’t wear trousers? Very grey line there that should be less grey in today’s world

[@the2ndcoming135]

Time to get a better wife then I guess😂

[@thomaspatton4401]

A fair point. Well done!

[@thomaspatton4401]

Kill the double standard! The kilt is manly Highland wear which should be encouraged especially if you are Scottish or have Scottish heritage as I do (Clan MacLean). You do you! Don't let anyone hold you back "Life is too short to live it boringly" so don't! Explore your heritage. You don't know what great stories you might find. In the words of Ahnold; "Vaht ah you vehiting foa, Do it, Do it now!"

[@jim5759]

Highland Games at Loon Mountain, NH. My girlfriend is into her Scottish heritage. Got a kilt in my heritage tartan. I'm expecting she'll love it. I'd be really surprised if she did not. Choose wisely lads.

[@AggroPhene]

My significant others have appreciated the attention garnered by wearing a kilt; if a Woman is self-actualized, knowing she gets to take you home, the flirting confirms her choice of a Man for his 'bravado'. Though this may not be of merit in some social circles these days, as behavior that should be reinforced.

[@disabledvet420]

my GF loves it. im glad. utility kilts have been an interest of mine lately.

[@peterwallis4288]

I suspect there's another option, just a variation on what you have said. She may well think it's a manly garment, but still be worried about whst other people will think. That's actually why I don't get into wearing a kilt. I just think people will think I'm weird, and I'm trying to draw attention to myself.

[@abrahamdozer6273]

Most women I know LOVE kilts.

[@rickmoore3730]

Same here .

[@maxwellfan55]

My wife is cool about me wearing a kilt, but draws the line with mini-kilts or/and heels. But seriously guys wear a kilt, it's just an item of clothing. Don't be worn down, don't be controlled, remember it's others peoples problem whoever they are, NOT yours.

[@thomaspatton4401]

Yea, I draw the line at mini kilts and heels to. For me it's a real buzz kill to see a big burly man in a mini kilt and heels. It just kills it and not in a good way either.

[@thomaspatton4401]

Jokes aside that's the right attitude. Be Proud of who you are!

[@joshuahopkins8747]

Move on to greener pastures?

[@david.leikam]

My parents were concerned at first, public perception I believe. My female friends love it. Others are sort of on both sides but I'm also an artist/musician so I have that card to play. Basically, I think once people get use to it, they will either accept it (possibly like it even) or perhaps they won't be in your orbit as much, which is okay.

[@adammcinnes5615]

One of my ex-girlfriends didn't like me wearing kilts (no, that's not why she is an ex, ha ha). She thought that they weren't something that men should be wearing. I had discussions with other people who thought that she was in the wrong. Her and I had a good discussion, we were going to a formal event where I was planning to wear my kilt, and after that she didn't mind it (though I am not sure if she ever really liked it). I had only one other girlfriend who had issues with my kilt, but there were other issues there that also came up when we broke up, and the ex-girlfriends have liked it when I wore my kilt.

[@adammcinnes5615]

As a general rule though, I don't wear my kilt to a wedding (though the first ex that I mentioned above was not keen on the idea of me wearing a kilt to our wedding had we gotten married).

[@c.w.6318]

I agree that this is less about kilt wearing and more about something else. If something looks good, you simply know it. Consider how the kilt looks and the context in which it will be worn. I think kilts are righteous in Fine Arts museums, followed by a restaurant. Museums tend to vibe with afterlife, and so do kilts. Perhaps purchase an outfit for wifey that will match your own?

[@thomaspatton4401]

In the traditional Scottish wedding they "hand fast" using a long strip of the Husband's tartan to form the "binding tie" between groom and bride to show the further bond of Holy matrimony. It would be appropriate for your Wife to wear your Tartan even if she isn't of Scottish decent. She is your Wife and that makes it allowable. This shows that she is of your Clan now.

[@Chaotic_Pixie]

I'm the woman trying to convince the men in her life to rock kilts. Any advice welcome!

[@ruben00110010]

I did a DNA test and I’ve got 3% Scottish in me. Being that I’m from Texas, a majority of my DNA is Native American. I’ve also got Italian, Spanish, Welsh, Portuguese, Turkish, Egyptian, Senegalese, and Japanese. Unfortunately I have no tribal or clan identity. My wife has way more Scottish in her as her mom is of Scottish, Irish, and French decent but her dad is native Mexican. America is truly a melting pot. I have a feeling that she probably would not be on board with me wearing a kilt right off the bat but I will have to ease her into it. Wish me luck as I bought my first kilt a week ago.

[@the2ndcoming135]

Wear it anyway because my name is on it🤷🏽‍♂️

[@markfannin9454]

My wife feels that I only wear it to attract attention and sometimes she doesn't like the attention it brings to her when I am with her. She tolerates it and there are some occasions where I ask her if she minds and I respect her on those occasions when she asks me not to. I do wear it more times than not so I am ok with it.

[@lowellirish]

It's because it DOESNT bring attention to HER.... Because shes all about herself...

[@USAKiltsOfficial]

Some people are less comfortable with being (or standing NEXT to) the center of attention. It sounds like you've struck a good balance between her tolerating your 'peacocking' and you respecting her wishes to not garner so much attention all the time. Communication and mutual respect are key.

[@colinp2238]

Then stop lifting the hem to waist height!

[@thomaspatton4401]

It sounds like you have a good balance there. it's a shame she has such a one sided view of you, but, we are peacocks about it there is no getting around that. Just don't be afraid to make a stand on those appropriate occasions when you really want to turn out. If she says no then it is well within your rights to ask why and be given a good reason why. It is good that you ask her "if she minds," That shows consideration and respect on your part, (Good for you). But the fact that "She tolerates it," Frankly that throws up red flags to me that she is in control of the evening and how it will be conducted. (Hence the need for an explanation). Or that she "allows you" to wear a kilt and is in the position to decide when and where you will wear it. If it is a strategy thing with her then you should be more on the same page with her rather than you simply following instructions. If it is a insecurity issue (Which she will likely not admit) then you need to ferret it out of her so it can be delt with. If it is that she simply is not in the mood to watch your back and deflect all the slings, arrows and knives being placed there from all the others as they gossip and snipe you behind it, then she needs to be reminded that as a card carrying Member of "Team Fannin" you are supposed to support and defend each other in all events and situations. Rocky says it's a 100/100 not just 50/50 Relationship and I agree By the sound of it you both need to re-evaluate the people you call your friends. Call it, (Them) out, publicly. Say what everyone else is thinking. Let them know that chances are good that many of them have Scottish Heritage as well. Tell them what they are saying about you they are saying so much more about themselves as well, and not a bit of it is good! The only difference is, you have the balls to say it to their faces, where they cower and hide in the shadows of anonymity, and they are the ones who have to live with that personal dishonor! Walk tall, be Proud and GO TEAM FANNIN!

[@thomaspatton4401]

@@lowellirish Know her that well do you?! Best not to make assumptions with people you don't know, especially their wives.

[@danielmulcahi6327]

She's jealous his legs look better than hers.

[@thomaspatton4401]

That and his conditioner is on point. ;)

[@thomaspatton4401]

That is messed up. Does he wear her heels too? just to tease her more? Snicker, snicker ;)

[@Soleka79]

i wish mine would wear one more offten

[@jimobrien84]

My wife now wants an earasaid

[@thomaspatton4401]

So, what are you waiting for! Get her that earasaid!

[@Siberius-]

God damn, I wasn't expecting them to be quite so good on this subject. Very nicely done! I like how he mentioned nonconformity. The gender roles today are so silly, especially when considering the history of men in beautiful flowing dresses and skirts (and a LOT more than that), including how pants were originally seen as feminine, and then exclusively masculine. I'm glad society is moving away from these silly gender role norms, and towards people just doing what they wanna do, like why give a single shit if a woman wears pants (was a MASSIVE deal), or a man wears makeup (men used to wear more makeup than women). Why are painted nails on men a girl thing now (didn't used to be), what about nails that are painted in a "masculine manner" (not that they should need to be). Society is weird.

[@widowrumstrypze9705]

You'd think "traditionally masculine" toes would make fancy pedicures a TOTAL "dude thing", or at least do away with the social unacceptance of socks with sandals.

[@thomaspatton4401]

Many kilt wearing Highlander Scots (Native Serial Kilters) refer to pants or slacks as; "Long sleave diapers! Too funny!

[@richardhutchings921]

My wife hates me wearing a kilt.

[@DavidvanLochem]

Mi wife didn't wanted me to wear a kilt for our marriage. She told me "But you're not scottish !" I replied "You wear a white dress, and your are not a virgin" ... we laughed for five minutes after that. But finally, I didn't wear a kilt because it was too much for both families to accept. No I am a regular kilt wearer ... friday is kiltday.

[@DavidvanLochem]

besides that, she has no problem with me wearing my kilt ...

[@thomaspatton4401]

So you let your family dictate what you wore at your own wedding. I suppose they threatened not to attend if you did wear it. I would have cancelled and just did the Justice of the Peace! It's a sad thing when a family can't or won't support a family member's Interests on his or her wedding day! So, tell me, Do you let them run your life and marriage as well? The thing is the wedding is about you and your wife, not the family.They should have had no say in it. That is why they are traditionally called "Guests" and not "Investors."

[@DavidvanLochem]

@@thomaspatton4401 no it was only my wife and I discussing the thing, family was not involved. And if I had taken the decision to wear a kilt they would have to deal with it. As my father was a former bagpiper in a band, it was not something unknown in the familiy. But at that time I was not so much into that regular kilt wearing thing. I think if I was already wearing it once or twice a week like I do now, it would have been a different story. I have more confidence about it now. There were also practical discussions about "what colour, what tartan, style, is it ok as non scottish" and the idea to better invest my money in a suit that could be re-used for weddings, funerals, etc. There was no fight or fuss about it, just a good laugh. But one of my wedding gifts was a kilt and we were all kilted for my bachelor party.

[@thomaspatton4401]

So long as you don't regret your decision. Weddings, prom, Graduations these only come once. Weddings maybe twice (I hope not). Just make very sure you don't look back and say, "Damn I wish I had worn my kilt for that!" And Kilt day should be when ever you want it to be, not when it is allowable. Be Proud of who you are!

[@gregshaw30]

The fact that you advise gradually introducing the Kilt to your wife is sad but true. I have six Kilt/utilikilts that I wear regularly. My wife prefers that I don't wear them frequently but has alas come to accept them. Public = yes, Church = no.

[@thomaspatton4401]

I think you should wear it to church. (don't ask for premision or warn anyone in advance.) Trust me, it's your next big adventure. You don't have to go full formal peacock (P.C. with fly plaid.) A black, grey or blue Argyle jacket and waistcoat will do fine. Just get ready, cause you will turn heads.

[@Ceiteach.O.Duibhir]

I'd just say "accept it or fuck off"

[@OldNavajoTricks]

My body my choice haha! Teach the girls not to stare...

[@thomaspatton4401]

Yea, if we stare it's called perving or stalking. When they do it it's just sizing up the beef! fair - not fair?!

[@OldNavajoTricks]

@@thomaspatton4401 You know the score pal, double standards as standard lol.

[@the2ndcoming135]

Bruh💀

[@thomaspatton4401]

And they complain that we treat them or stare at them like meat, all the while they are doing the same thing to us. as far as I am concerned they have no right to complain. back in the day we were called "Male Chauvanist Pigs" for that. So, by the same token and some forty years later, does that make them "Female Chauvanist Pigs?" I say yes every bit as emphatically as they said it then! So much for Women being more "Elightened" than Men! It only took them forty years for them to get to where we were forty years ago. Meanwhile we men moved on.

[@ambercorder4192]

As a wife, I wish I could get my husband to wear his kilt more often. We got married with him in a kilt and that was his wedding requirement. I loved it then but he doesn't wear one often.

[@thomaspatton4401]

Perhaps he needs some excuses A burns Night Dinner on January 25th, (You'll want to research that to do it right). Perhaps a full formal and kilted anniversary party invite friends and family to come and encourage Highland dress. USA Kilts can help with that. Kilted dates are always fun too especially if both of you are in full tartans. Or stage a quiet night in and watch The Highlander movies or the Outlander series or Rob Roy That should get the old boy's Highlander blood pumping. Show him that you are interested in it too. "Life is too short to live it boringly!"

[@Fathernsonadventures]

I'm lucky my wife really likes the way I look in a kilt. I wish I knew were my utila kilt was. I looked for it for 2 hours today. I have been made fun of for wearing a kilt. But not when I was with her. If the reason is about community perception just tell her to tell the ones talking crap about it, my husband is very manly he is of Scottish descent so he wears a kilt.

[@thomaspatton4401]

Highland wear is Manly. There are three kinds of people in the world; There are Scots, and those of us decended from scots who bear the heritage; Then there are those who wish they were. Scots rule, all others drool! ;)

[@charlesstanford1310]

I remember an episode of _Monarch of the Glen_ : "Oh son. You let a woman talk you into giving up the pipes?"

[@thomaspatton4401]

Oh dear, such a transgression. Never let anyone talk you into giving up the pipes! There is nothing like a Piper! If she does, ask her what her alterior motive is! She clearly has evil intent!

[@kinglyzard]

I'm sure you'll miss her. Don't let her kilt-guilt you.😆🤣😂

[@jmcdhome]

The only reason that a woman should be against a man wearing a kilt is if she has been raised with the feeling that men should not wear women's clothing and she thinks it looks like a dress or skirt. If that is the case then tell her that she should no longer wear pants. Dresses only

[@goody287]

Technically pants were originally for women.

[@thomaspatton4401]

And white after Labor day!

[@thomaspatton4401]

It's not enough to forbid her to wear trousers, you have to get in her head as well. Make an off handed comment that her butt looks big in trousers and they make her look "butch" in a very lesbian kind of way as well!

[@robsvideos1140]

I get cat called when I wear kilts. Woman love it.

[@thomaspatton4401]

As long as you love it too, that's all that matters.

[@thomaspatton4401]

Cat calls from Women are great, Just watch out for their jealous dates!

[@remingtionmaxxwell8303]

At least half to 3/4 of the time I wear a kilt out and about I get laid. So yea, it's cool.

[@TheKiltedAdventurer]

I never asked! 🤣😎

[@yaaqobhabursi8491]

To give a piece of advice passed down from father to son in the traditional antipodean Scottish Presbyterian household: "Never let a woman boss you around." It works in Australia . . . it may even work in the USA!

[@McSynth]

Spouse Says NO to You wearing the Kilt ? Tell her that you won't be seen with her if she decides to wear pants or jeans. Utterly astonishing just how much blind self entitlement some folk have.

[@IAmTheDerg]

I've said as much to my fiance....it floated like a lead balloon. Told her "I'll wear slacks when we go out, if you wear a dress" we've not been out in a while😔

[@jollytrawler5349]

I love all the ODB in this comment section. 🤣🤣🤣

[@kinglyzard]

Kilts are not skirts. I recently bought my first kilt at a Renaissance festival and the woman who sold it to me asked me to give her a "swish". I told her she could bite me. I was already somewhat uncomfortable and that comment made me feel a bit like Olive Oyl. Now I see it as the masculine garment that it is. Only a real man can pull it off, and I ain't about to "swish"!

[@thomaspatton4401]

You got it wrong Brother. The "swish" is a good thing. It's how you make your pleats sway or "swish" as you walk. So take pride Brother and work those pleats! Be a proper "Celtic Peacock."Be proud of who you are and the Heritage you represent. We are with ya!

[@joemikeska2657]

My wife just doesn't like men in kilts. Period. She's very traditional and thinks men should be in jeans/slacks.

[@thomaspatton4401]

WOW! That sucks! Too bad you married her, especially if you have Scottish heritage and wear a kilt. Bet that causes a rub!

[@jackalnerf6230]

Divorce.

[@williamrippey]

1. New wife 2. Small kilt

[@the2ndcoming135]

Right. This is why “foreign” women have an advantage. All those accents means there’s so many more open minded opinions. American women seem to follow the mob mentality all too often. They say they desire freedom in the Western world. That is until they notice Natasha finding you attractive in your new, yet traditional outfit😂

[@williamrippey]

@@the2ndcoming135 I'm lucky, my wife doesn't care if I wear my kilts.

[@the2ndcoming135]

@@williamrippey nice to meet ya, lucky. I’m first🙋🏽‍♂️

[@nvdawahyaify]

My ex-wife loved my kilt. She said it made me even hotter. Also she liked the easy access 😉

[@thomaspatton4401]

Hell Yea! I'm wicha Brother!

[@oldblackstock2499]

Here in the Southern U.S, many of us are probably Scottish decent. I know that I am. But, wearing a Kilt here may get you killed ! Maybe not litterlly but figuratively, for sure. I think Kilts are interesting. But unless it becomes widely popular, which is unlikely, I'll probably never wear one. I am not a trend sitter. Lol. Sometimes I think it would be quite comfortable. But, it's just not our culture. From what I understand not many Scottish men wear them very often. Some women may find it effeminate. I wouldn't want my wife to dress in something I considered manly. Couples are a set.

[@themanhimself1229]

I don't know where in the south you're from, but I've never had this issue. I'm in the Southern Appalachians where there are a lot of non-conformists and weirdos, and a lot of Gaelic people too; so that may be why.

[@thomaspatton4401]

Set of what? Book ends? Your culture is fine I don't knock it. live and let live. But couples are a team of two starting out who support each other and play to each other's strengths for the greater good of the team until it is time to have some other little team mates. It is a shame when people can be that short sighted that a mere garment could be the cause of someone's demise, possibly because of aledged small mindedness. however I am glad you at least find them (kilts) "interesting." This is just me but I don't think I could live in a place where my life would hang in the balance over such a trivial thing as a garment. I never cared for people who try to dictate to me what I should wear or not wear. If it were me, and this is just me, I think I would consider a move as soon as possible.

[@b.t.1632]

Your wife hates your kilt? It's a big sea. Just say'n.

[@colinp2238]

The real question is how? How means why in Scotland. Please Mac take more water in your Scotch.

[@tampazeke4587]

First of all I don't understand these men who are so cowered by their wives that they are told what they can and can't wear, what they can and can't do. What I find even harder to understand is men who would actually tell people that his wife dictates what he can and can't do. I would say that the style of kilt you wear is the least of your concerns.

[@thomaspatton4401]

Call the ref for ball recovery!

[@reubenlibby6652]

DUMP HER!!!!!

[@benjaminmcvay9864]

Grow a pair, wear your kilt.

[@bradjensen4927]

This whole "wife = boss" thing needs to just stop.

[@ryanblubaugh4868]

Ya married a karen

[@jackhooper3927]

Get a new wife.

[@royhurley7572]

You guys should start sitting together again. If you stop watching the "news" the "pandemic" loses its powers.