Welcome Albany - I used to go to Oregon State University just down/up the river from you...forget which direction. Long time ago.

As to your question - don't much matter since you're gonna get hooked and buy a lot more.

Has a lot to do with how old you are, what you do for a living, how/where you spend your time. Do you wanna look distinguished in a tartan kilt or modern in a contemporary kilt?

Check the show us your pics page of this forum, check the photo galleries. Link to mine in my signature below.

After you've looked at a lot of kilts you'll know what you want and like.

Don't get hung up on cheap. Remember, you can have any two of quality, price, or service.

And, if you can afford to - deal direct with your kiltmaker - saves the middleman money and reduces the likelihood of mistakes..

Spill some beer in the Willamette for me next time you're by the water.

Ron