Quote Originally Posted by kiltedsawyer View Post
Jock, very interesting question. I am struck by two possible trains of thought for those kilt wearers outwith Scotland. They are:

1. I bought it, so I'm going to wear it.
2. More accessories make me feel more authentic.

The second item also speaks to "kilt as costume," in that it is not everyday wear for most outwith Scotland and as such more is more or in some cases more is way too much.
Agreed this is likely the case in America. I fall into the 1st camp - it's only everyday wear - and I live in a very warm climate, so I never accompany it with any accessories.