1538 was the first time kilt was ever mentioned. It was not until the 18th century that the kilt we know today (knee-length) appeared. As a traditional Scottish piece, many people are bringing it back into fashion. A common time you will see someone wearing a kilt besides at a Scottish festival or event is at a wedding. However, a kilt is not on its own. Instead, many accessories go with it, like a kilt pin. So, what is a kilt pin? How do you select and wear it? Keep reading to find out.
What is a kilt pin?
A kilt pin or kilt brooch is a piece of jewelry placed at the lower corner or outer apron of a kilt to prevent the object of clothing from falling off or blowing up in the wind. The main point of the pin is to avoid showing others your lower region. The pin adds weight to the kilt, while also working as a decorative piece.
Many people believe that the kilt pin attaches the inner apron with the outer one. But in fact, it just keeps the outer apron closed by not attaching to the inner
