To his left is New Hampshire volunteer Phil Bodwell. Articles Games. Articles of Interest Highland Games and Gatherings Highland games are gatherings that take place around the world. Once you arrive at the game, make your clan tent the first stop. This keeps a record of how many people stopped by and clarifies demographics for that particular event. Signing does not obligate you to join the organization but some clans will use the information to add you to their mailing list.
Clan societies are all-volunteer organizations and generally have small operating funds. Annual dues are inexpensive about the cost of a simple dinner for two people and membership offers wonderful new friends along with continuing information about your heritage.
One of the most frequent questions we hear is, What do I wear to the games? Anything you want to! Charles Thompson. This is the definitive reference for proper Scottish attire and will keep you from making many social and stylistic errors connected with Scottish clothing. This information can be essential if you choose to dress in a more traditional manner or attend formal Scottish events.
Reading it will help you know the rules before you decide to break them and will help you avoid fashion faux pas. These shirts can be purchased online see our Links page or from vendors at the games.
This lends a more historic look while still working well with either jeans or kilts. A Balmoral or Glengarry with clan badge pin is worn by many men — kilt or no kilt.
So the choices are varied and up to you. If you choose to invest in a kilt, do some online research and talk to the many vendors at the games before buying. A kilt is an expensive investment but one that will offer many years of wear if cared for properly.
Several variations of kilt-wear are seen at the games. It takes a good bit of practice to get it laced correctly and you might need assistance the first few times. When worn properly, the great kilt is a very unique method of historical dress but can require periodic attention throughout the day to stay neat.
Some are appropriate for everyone but others are worn only by clan chiefs, drum majors or to extremely formal events. The choice is most definitely up to you. Clan-wear accessories such as tartan sashes, tams and clan crest pins are worn by almost everyone. A frequently seen item is a cape, shawl or ruana in tartan fabric. For those who sew, tartan material can be made into a number of unique items that are both appropriate and comfortable.
Tartan skirts, jumpers, vests and blazers are frequently seen at the games. Fabric is available from a number of online sources and comes in various weights of wool, cotton and occasionally, raw silk, flannel or taffeta. Looking for fabric? One highly recommended vendor is The Scottish Weaver. Finally, women who attend formal Scottish affairs or who are involved in Scottish Country Dancing usually have specific dress requirements.
Generally, there are two approaches you can take if you want to wear costume. So, decide which way you want to go before you buy anything. Townsend and Son. Chemise : a long-sleeve muslin or linen shift with gathered neckline and sleeves. Looks like an old fashioned nightgown. Usually ankle length but women who attend games in hotter climates have been known to cut them off at the waist. Color should be natural muslin or complimentary to your tartan. Clan Irvine ClanIrwin.
Questions about Clans? Clan Coordinator, Chris MacKenzie, at clans detroitscots. Our Clan Cultural Row. Clan Registration.
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