Love the quote that started this thread. I must admit I'd never thought of that aspect.

I wear mine, first and foremost to celebrate the family heritage, secondly because it feels great to wear, and being used to Sri Lankan sarongs, aside from the weigth I'm used to wearing that style of clothing, partly because I've been told I look great in a kilt, but mainly becuase I simply enjoy wearing it!

having said that, I had a thought last night - the original great kilt went around the body and over the shoulder, similar to a sari, but it became fashionable as the 'modern' kilt that just goes around the waist, so we buy a plaid to go over the shoulder...rather ironic don't you think?