Speaking for myself, I like modern kilts that maintain ties with traditional kilts in many regards. I was castigated for saying that in relation to my AltKilt classic but it is true. Jeanie makes the classic model with box pleats, the apron is a little narrower than traditional but not like a UK which is too narrow for my tastes. Yes her closure system with buttons is not traditional, but look at the great buttons you have to select from, they give it a classy look. I have celtic design buttons that look fantastic. I know others loath pockets but, here again this is not an empty sleeve type pocket. Alt Kilt includes a nice center piece on the external product and stiching that make it very attractive. (NOTE: These kilts are custom made so some folks may have custom variations that are different than the standard) I have some family issues going on at the moment so my resident kilt photographer (my wife) hasn't been able to snap any photos since I received my leather AltKilt last Saturday but I have linked some photos. I told Jeanie I wanted to try and incorporate traditional elements understanding leather and box pleats would be an anathema to staunch traditionalist. One of the coolest things was she with Grey Cat Workshop created straps. Here are a few of her pics:
http://ow.ly/i/eHCp
http://ow.ly/i/eHCw
http://ow.ly/i/eFyc