The bitter taste of lower quality is remembered long after the sweetness of low price is long forgotten. The kilt is the most expensive part of your kit, so the rest can be picked up one part at a time as you save a few more shekels.
As our friend has said, you don't need all the kit to enjoy it right away. This is my 8 yard 16 ounce totally traditional with just a good quality sporran, some nice plain hose, optional belt, optional sghian, and self-tie garters. I'm wearing shoes that I had in my closet. You don't really need a kilt pin either. That can come later.
Any normal Saxon vest will likely also go with this if there's already one in your closet. Tweed is always excellent but remove the belt if you wear a vest. Add a tie and already you're already "up" a good notch.
Please, do not wear a Saxon jacket with your kilt. It's too long and marks you out as an unknowledgeable kiltie and somewhat Dweebish.
Rev'd Father Bill White: Mostly retired Parish Priest & former Elementary Headmaster. Lover of God, dogs, most people, joy, tradition, humour & clarity. Legion Padre, theologian, teacher, philosopher, linguist, encourager of hearts & souls & a firm believer in dignity, decency, & duty. A proud Canadian Sinclair.
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