I own several kilts all purchased from Stillwaterkilts, and I absolutely love them. Unfortunately, however, they do not have my tartan. I've been looking for a good excuse to justify spending $500+ on a kilt in my tartan, and now that my sister's boyfriend is going to propose...I have the excuse I've been looking for!

So now I have a couple questions.

Firstly, would you folks recommend for or against the "kilt packages" offered by many shops? I'm looking for a kilt, jacket, fly, and probably a new sporran as well.

Secondly. There are a million kilt makers, can someone point me in a good direction? Prices range from relatively low to insanely high. And lastly, I have the same question regarding a dress jacket. I'm uncertain what type of jacket I want, though I'd rather not have to spend $250 on a jacket if I am able.

Any help you folks can offer me is much appreciated!