'Ultra' Casual Kilt Wear

[adempsey10]

I don't intend to hijack this thread any further from the OP's intent of how he wears a kilt, but the definition of a "Casual" kilt is not dependent on the yardage but by the construction method.

"Casual" kilts are usually those made without the internal stabilizers and interfacing found in a traditional kilt.
They are usually made in the way most of today's clothing is. They rely on the fabric and the lines of stitching for their strength.

In a traditionally made kilt the outer fabric 'floats' over the internal construction without putting stress or distortion on the outer fabric. This internal construction is the reason a traditional kilt has the marvelous swish we all admire.

In mens' suits of old we talked about 'drape'. This drape of the fabric over the body without distortion and puckering is due to the floating interfacing used then. Today very few items of clothing still use floating interfacing. The traditionally made kilt and the bespoke suit are two exceptions.

A traditionally made kilt can have less than 8 yards of fabric. A Casual kilt can have a full 8 yards and more. What actually differentiates them is how they are made.

Its almost like you do this for a living