Answering some of my own questions, I have worn the kilt to a wedding and funerals, all connected with my membership in the local St Andrew's society. I wore it once to my own birthday party and was the only one there in a kilt. I have been getting around to a kilted night out with some fellow X Markers and others, but haven't gotten it organized yet. And once a year I wear it to a kirkin service.

A couple of years ago, I outfitted my then - sweetheart's son in a kilt for his school prom. He was the only one kilted there and he looked better than I ever have.

If I were in a position that would require me to make a good impression on strangers, say going to court or a job interview, I would be wearing trousers. And most likely a jacket and tie.