Un Christmas 2021 in the name of great classics. And not only. There kilt skirt, midi or short, it is the star of the season’s outfits. The novelty is that it is much more versatile than it seems: the original tartan fabric, with a green, red or brown base, it can be combined in many different ways. And from the traditional Highland kilt of the Scottish par excellence impossible to forget, Sir Sean Connery, fashion has come a long way. How to wear it? Here are 5 ideas to reuse it during (and after) the Holidays.
Elegant
Good to know, what is kilt? The symbol of the Scottish tradition was born as a piece of cloth usually in wool, not finished, to be tied laterally with pins – today mostly with leather and metal buckles. An everyday piece, to be reinterpreted in an elegant way: just focus on modern discoveries, like a midi checked skirt. To elevate the ensemble, a criss-cross sweater or cardigan and gods party sandals. The ideal look at Christmas and around.
A crisscross sweater over the midi kilt skirt, for the Holidays (Photo: Getty Images).
Casual
How to wear the kilt every day? First of all, better bet on what in the country of the kilt, Scotland, they call Fèileadh Beag – or a short model, reminiscent of a miniskirt. Pleated, as the trends that today look to the 2000s want. To be worn with a simple and minimal black hoodie and the chunky amphibians. Under the mistletoe, for a Christmas at home and around – and for the rest of December, winter and spring to come.
Sweatshirt + short kilt: the casual ensemble to try (Photo: Getty Images).
Plaid
The checked blanket goes back to its origins. Looking for an outfit with a comfortable kilt that doesn’t stray too far from Scottish tradition? A patchwork wool skirt, from knee length, plaid effect. Perfect with a maxi scarf, a chunky wool cardigan or a poncho colorful, seasonal trend. Below, a neutral turtleneck. Cozy, as the British would say.
The wearable blanket, in a chic key (Photo: Getty Images).
Formal
The plaid skirt also lends itself to office look. The secret is to focus on a formal color, such as the checked kilt fabric in shades of gray or beige. Above, a soft silk blouse with bow at the neck and the confidence blazer. To complete the look: knee-high boots. And for those who love to experiment, the combination of different tartans.
Checked skirt in the office? Here’s how (Photo: Getty Images).
Who would have thought it: the Scottish kilt in 2021 also lands in Instagram and street style outfits. And it is precisely here that it reaches the maximum of style, combined with contrast unexpectedly.
The combination of different fabrics, colors and materials is central: try it with a jacket in vinyl or shiny pvc and the graphic t-shirt.
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