What Do Scotsmen Traditionally Wear?

Overall, two thirds (67%) of male Scottish adults say they have worn a kilt, rising to three quarters (74%) for those born in Scotland. Of those who have worn a kilt, just over half (55%) say they tend to wear underwear under their kilts, whilst 38% go commando. A further 7% wear shorts, tights or something else.

What do Scotsmen wear under their kilts?

Traditionally, men would not wear any underwear while wearing a kilt - and many still don't. ... A good example of when underwear is always worn is during the Highland Games - where the athletes will wear shorts under their kilts. Scottish and Irish country dancers are also required to wear shorts when competing.

What did Highlanders wear?

Specific designs of shirt, jacket, bodice and headwear may also be worn along with clan badges and other devices indicating family and heritage. Men's highland dress typically includes a kilt or trews of his clan tartan, along with either a tartan full plaid, fly plaid, or short belted plaid.