What a great thread! I have not contributed thus far, because I thought it important for the "natives" to do much of the talking. I have travelled quite a bit in the Highlands, and can only concur with the observations of our learned friends.

I am a great lover of photos, and always think they go a long way to illustrate a point. The problem might occur, though, when they become like "proof texts" in the hands of religious fundamentalists to defend their specific view on things. I am showing a few pics here (some of mine, some off the web) that show the kilt being worn in the Highlands in various situations.

1. The Stewards marching in Oban to the Argyllshire Gathering


2. A couple at a rainy Rannoch Games.


3. Some young men at a party before the Oban Ball.


4. Friends at a dance.


5. My friend Sandy and some MacLarens marching to a games.


6. Discussing the events.


7. The backside of an important Campbell.


8. Some ball-goers on Skye.


9. Sandy and others


10. Fellow ball-goer