Tartan Day was created to celebrate Scottish history and the achievements of people of Scottish descent around the world on 6th April. In Australia, the same Day takes place on 1 July. It is a chance, to recognize the outstanding achievements and contributions made by Scottish Americans to the United States. The day is about celebrating all that is good about Scotland: its people, its history, its heritage, its culture and it’s legacy to the world. They wear traditional Scottish dress and march with their clans, associations, and some societies.
Tartan Day Parade
Tartan Day is known for its parade with bagpipe bands and Highland dancing. Tartan Day Parade starts on 45th Street and moves up 6th Avenue to 55th Street. Hundreds of bagpipers and drummers in bands from all over America join the parade. During the parade, thousands of participants march their way to show support along the route - so it can get a bit noisy!
Such as, Drummers, highland dancers and Bagpipe players all join together to take part in the parade. The free program includes pipers, drummers and highland dancers to showcase Scottish culture. Attendees of non-Scottish get a chance to experience the nation’s traditional music, drink, and tasty food. There's a lot of dancing on Tartan Day and over the years it has been expanded into a week-long programme of events.
Thus, the free program includes pipers, drummers and highland dancers to showcase Scottish culture. Attendees of non-Scottish get a chance to experience the nation’s traditional music, drink, and tasty food. There’s a lot of dancing on Tartan Day and over the years it has been expanded into a week-long programme of events.
"Tilt your Kilt as Tartan Day returns for celebrations"
What to wear on Tartan Day?
Many people question what they should wear on Tartan Day? Those who celebrate might wear Highland Dress like there are few important items:
Kilt
A Kilt is a type of skirt worn by Scottish men although women also wear it for Highland Dancing. It’s a cultural dress which is worn to signify tradition, nationality, heritage, and pride.
Sporran
A Sporran is a key feature of traditional Highland Dress it’s a Gaelic word which means “purse.” The sporran is normally worn on the front of the kilt, hang by light chains or narrow leather belts. to keep your personal belongings like money, food or mobile.
To conclude, Although Tartan Day was originally created to celebrate Scottish history, there is no reason that usually non-scots cannot join in the fun. Whether it’s a Tartan Scarves, Tartan Skirt or even a kilt, always show your love for the fabric that never goes out of fashion this Tartan Day by combining it into your outfit.
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Tartan has become the main symbol of Scotland and Scottish Culture.Tartan Kilt has also become an essential part of modern clothing and designer's choice.
Kilts were originally made by the pure wool, now kilts are made in acrylic wool and other fabrics for easy maintenance and handling.
It is an ideal kilt for casual occasions or even for sporting events.Vibrant, colorful and a unique, contemporary take on old styles of tartan, the Anderson Tartan Kilt is your chance at breathing new life into any outfit while still keeping your roots planted firmly in the soil of your Scottish culture and heritage.
Made from high quality and breathable material, this kilt features several different colors to brighten up any ensemble.
The Anderson Tartan Kilt comes with prominent grey-greens, red and black running in both horizontal and vertical stripes with thicker accent stripes following the same direction.
These offsetting stripes include thin strips of violet, pink and green with each different block of color separated by thin gray lines.
Scottish Kilt is your one-stop shop for made to measure Celtic apparel, Collection goes beyond kilts to include sporrans, jackets, shirts, belts & buckles.The original Scottish Kilt dates back to the 16th century where they once had practical appeal.
When you mention kilts to a person, most commonly the Scottish tartan kilt is what will come to mind.
Because the kilt originated with tartan materials and represented the clans and families that The Scotsman came from, it is these historical kilts that serve as the main symbol of Scotland.
Often, people will not consider the other types of kilts that are out there.
While in the beginning that was true, that is not so anymore.Every proud Scot deserves a kilt they will feel proud of wearing whether you are sporting full kilt dress or are just going out on the town for a day.
With our policy surrounding hand making each kilt, we create high-quality kilts that feel great and look even better.
We will require the following measurements from you in centimeters or inches. Please do not measure yourself, ask a friend to help as it makes it so much easier and they can double check you are measuring in the right place
WAIST (A)
From this starting point measure around the stomach, this is the waist measurement. Note, this waist measurement is not the same as a trouser waist measurement, as the kilt is worn higher the waist measurement is usually greater than the trouser measurement.
HIP / SEAT (B)
Run the tape measure firmly, but not tightly around the widest part of your hips or seat.
LENGTH MEASUREMENT (C)
To measure the length for your kilt please kneel on the ground, place the tape on the floor then measure up to the navel/belly button. Traditionally the kilt should hang to the middle of your kneecap, unless you prefer to wear it shorter or longer then, of course, we can make to your personal preference.
Note: If your hip measurement is larger than your waist measurement then use your hip measurement.
Expected Kilt Length
Normally, your kilt length will correspond with the following guides. If it’s significantly different, try taking the measurements again. notes below for more info.
Height 5′ 6″ to 5′ 7″ = 22″ to 22.5″ kilt length
Height 5′ 8 to 5′ 9″ = 23″ to 23.5″ kilt length
Height 5′ 10″ to 5′ 11″ = 24″ to 24.5″ kilt length
Height 6′ to 6′ 2″ = 24.5″ to 25.5″ kilt length
Height 6′ 3″ to 6″ 4″ = 26″ to 26.5″ kilt length
Height 6′ 5″ to 6′ 7″ = 27″ to 27.5″ kilt length
Please note:
The length of your kilt drop will depend on how high you want to wear the kilt on your waist. If wearing a short jacket such as a Prince Charlie, you may want to have your kilt an inch or two longer so that it sits higher on your waist. When measuring the kilt length, the wearer should kneel and have someone take a measurement from where the top of the kilt will sit, down to the floor.
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