--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Scotsmen, she had occasion to observe…" description: "\"Scotsmen, she had occasion to observe, often did have nice knees. Perhaps that was why they insisted upon kilts.\" — Gail Carriger" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/2e2/gail-carriger-1051_kilts_scotsmen-she-had-occasion-to-observe-oft_2854505.jpg" --- # Scotsmen, she had occasion to observe, often did have nice… ![“Scotsmen, she had occasion to observe, often did have nice knees. Perhaps that was why they insisted upon kilts.” quote by Gail Carriger](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/2e2/gail-carriger-1051_kilts_scotsmen-she-had-occasion-to-observe-oft_2854505.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/2e2/gail-carriger-1051_kilts_scotsmen-she-had-occasion-to-observe-oft_2854505.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/2e2/gail-carriger-1051_kilts_scotsmen-she-had-occasion-to-observe-oft_2854505.jpg) > “Scotsmen, she had occasion to observe, often did have nice knees. Perhaps that was why they insisted upon kilts.” [Gail Carriger](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/gail-carriger/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Scotsmen's preference for kilts may stem from their notable knees. **In simple terms:** Knees might explain kilts. Key Takeaway Observe cultural quirks. Themes culture humor anthropology Mood witty lighthearted Type observational entertaining When to use this quote - historical research - costume design - travel blogging Key Concepts fashion origins body image Questions to Reflect On - Do physical traits shape clothing choices? - What other myths explain fashion? 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