Why Are Welsh Sporrans So Different?

[@stevenwaldrop7853]

In the photo of the dress ysgrepan, that looks like Ellis of Wales tartan! I have that one!

[@kd0r]

For folks not as into Scottish stuff as you guys a sporran is a men's purse worn on a belt over the crotch. There are lots of ways that that description can be addressed and be well made. Not cheaply made. There are other shapes than the 'D' or oval that can look good. If the object is only to bow to Scottish dress/culture make no changes. If the object to to love the kilt and accessories for their look, that can be done and expanded upon without insult to the Highlands. For casual wear I far prefer my Rob Roy to the day sporran Rocky normally wears. It's casual, comfortable, and holds more stuff easily. I'd NOT want to wear the Welsh day sporran as shown with the fur. A bit hard to keep clean with all the food I spill when eating. Just wouldn't look good after a spoon full of chili fell on it. I can easily imagine other cultures falling in love with traditional Highland wear but wanting to make it their own. Variation is tartan, or cloth for the kilt, other symbols on pins, sporrans, buttons, etc. David

[@KiltsAndCultureClips]

well said, David!