I've been thinking about the 'insecurity' comment related to outwiths wearing traditional garb.

I think Jock has a point but I don't think the proper target was struck.

I remember one of his past comments that his Son in law (I believe) was asked by his daughter why he didn't were a kilt more often and he responded "I don't want to look like a tourist"....that's his insecurity not ours.

It seems to me this kerfuffle is due to Scots insecurity not the outwiths.

As emulation is a form of praise why would Scots take offense unless they had some other issue that underlies?

Nickle and dime psychology certainly but approach it from a different angle and you may find some truth.