An affectionate name for this experimental construction made using multiple remnant sections of two designer deadstock cloths. The plaid was originally woven for Balenciaga in Italy, a merino wool twill that was only available as several small lengths. As necessity is the mother of invention so this design is dictated by the resourceful use of each length, carefully joined together and supplemented with end-of-roll cashmere velour from Johnstons of Elgin. The strong twill direction is highlighted by flipping the faces of the cloth to create centre front and centre back chevrons, which are enhanced by a Kinguissie pleating formation, monochrome striped insertion piping and a unique split front apron that allows the plain cashmere under-apron to show through. This kilt has been aquisitioned by the National Museum of Scotland for the Highland Dress collection.
