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Product Description
The fly plaid is the "cape looking piece of cloth" that goes over the left shoulder of the wearer. It is a simple square of cloth, typically 46" X 46", with fringed edges and a box pleat sewn in one corner.
The modern fly plaid originated with the traditional Féileadh Mòr (Great Plaid) worn in the Scottish Highlands. The Great Plaid was a large piece of cloth, which by the 16th century measured up to 8.2 metres (9.0 yards) in length, half of which was pleated and belted about the waist, while the upper half was draped over the left shoulder, was then gathered in front and could be used as a cloak and hood during inclement weather.
The fly plaid harkens back to that garment and was introduced in the 18th century when fashion dictated a switch to the modern kilt. The fly plaid replaced that portion of the Great Kilt that was draped over the shoulder. It is always worn in the same tartan or colour as the modern kilt, and should be made from the same fabric so that the sett and colours match exactly. It is typically worn only for formal functions and is paired with a jacket and vest and a plaid brooch.
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Quality Price Value My order arrived safe and sound. The tartan fly which I had ordered was every-thing I had hoped it would be and more. Very pleased. Great service. Will definitely order again. Thanks. (Posted on 4/7/2020) - Lacks fulness cathinst
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Quality Price Value This could be a lot fullter. (Posted on 3/20/2020) - Excellent product Duck
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Value Quality Price The fly plaid arrived sooner than expected, exact match to my kilt. Very high quality! Good price (Posted on 2/14/2020) - Excellent craftsmanship, fit, and price Ron
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Price Value Quality Was very pleased and surprised that it exactly matches a kilt made many years ago. Ecstatic with this purchase( and all my others) from USA Kilts. (Posted on 1/29/2020) - Very good LJ
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Price Value Quality Purchased to complete my formal dress options. As described and came pretty quick. As always will be a return customer. (Posted on 1/28/2020) - First rate Rico
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Price Value Quality Well made and fast delivery. Always a pleasure doing business with USA. Rocky and Co. are our band go to. Sporting the American Heritage tartan. (Posted on 8/30/2019) - Safe bet Scott
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Quality Price Value The products are excellent quality and service is impeccable this is a safe bet for great online purchases I highly recommend them. (Posted on 8/16/2019) - Exceeds expectations Aodhà n Crawford
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Price Value Quality Amazing quality, simply a must when ordering your family tartan for when it is needed on random formal occasions.
This item was beautifully sewn and easy to put on. This is easily the finest quality Fly Plaid you will ever purchase. (Posted on 2/5/2019) - Fine product! ICG
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Quality Price Value Beautiful plaid. The item is finished wonderfully. Edging is great. (Posted on 12/12/2018) - Fast customer service Dan
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Price Value Quality The product is great and quality is excellent. Fast delivery and customer service was wonderful. I will send people to this site. (Posted on 6/14/2018)
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