4 Yard Kilt - Can it be formal?

**Arlen** · 12th August 07, 10:26 AM

Honestly, as long as the rest of the outfit is good, a 4 yard kilt is just fine. Box or knife pleated, to the stripe or set... None of it matters as long as you are comfortable, confident and look smart for smart events.
I don't really like Sportkilts, but I have seen people make them look just great with a Prince Charlie jacket and tux shirt.

**Bryan** · 12th August 07, 11:09 AM

Thank you for all the advice. To be honest, I'm not quite sure whether the 5-yard from USAK is traditional or "low rise."

Originally Posted by Arlen

Honestly, as long as the rest of the outfit is good, a 4 yard kilt is just fine. Box or knife pleated, to the stripe or set...

As far as that is concerned, is there any set rule on whether a tartan should be pleated to sett or stripe? My 8-yard is pleated to sett as I've heard most "dress kilts" are. I'm not sure how hard it would be to pleat a Murray of Atholl to sett. Might look really nice to stripe.