I suppose I got into kilt wearing in reverse order, that is, I got my full formal outfit first, for formal occasions, etc. Then , after learning how comfortable it was, I wore it to the pub a few times, as well as around the house. But, it is a pure wool, 8 yarder, and cost dearly (375$ I believe), so I have a casual kilt (the first of several I'm sure) on order now. It would really hurt to mess up my good clan tartan kilt while camping. Im all in favor of the new traditional style (they are pleated and aproned)kilts, and I like the cost even better. If my only options were worsted wool 8 yarders, or even the 4 or 5 yard 'athletic' kilts, I would have to save twice as long before kilt orders.

Theres a time for formal (8 yards of wool) and a time for casual , just as Jeans arent acceptable at the symphomy. I love the new-traditional kilts, I just wouldnt get married in one, lol.

just my .02$

John