What else does he need?

[Sionnach]

Might I suggest a small book called [I]So you're going to wear the kilt![I] by J. Charles Thompson. Packed with good information- a small bible for the kilt wearer (but not necessarily the final word.)
All the best,

[raibeart_dubh]

First and foremost, as others have said we need to get the kilt fitting properly. Others have given some good suggestions on how to accomplish that. If those options fail, you may need to see a tailor.

Second, definitely get a sporran. Besides completing the look it is a functional item. For your stated purposes, look at those of the semi-dress and dress classifications.

Third, a jacket. I would say get an Argyll as they are far more versatile than a Prince Charlie as they can be worn for both black tie and less formal events. And some proper kilt hose for anything dressy.

[Carolina Kiltman]

. . . Third, a jacket. I would say get an Argyll as they are far more versatile than a Prince Charlie as they can be worn for both black tie and less formal events. And some proper kilt hose for anything dressy.

I agree totally with raibeart_dubh on the first two. For the jacket, however, you might want to go for a Bramer, which is an Argyle with Prince Charlie Cuffs and silver buttons. A bit dresser than a plain Argyll, and with a tux shirt, waistcoat and bow tie, moves it up to the Tuxedo range of formal. With a rolled collar, four-in-hand tie, with or without the vest, it become in the range of a very dressy suit.

You might also want to check out this thread: : Converting a tweed sport coat to a Braemar jacket. (It is near the top of the DIY section It worked well for me on a sport jacket I bought for $3.84, at a Salvation Army Thrift store. The Celtic buttons were over $12.00!

[MonsterDon]

Might I suggest a small book called [I]So you're going to wear the kilt![I] by J. Charles Thompson. Packed with good information- a small bible for the kilt wearer (but not necessarily the final word.)
All the best,

I forgot about this book. I actually bought my copy in Edinburgh 9 years before I got my first kilt. It's definitely a great resource.