How important is a belt?

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So what say the rabble? Should I buy a wide belt and buckle, and/or a semi-dress sporran. Or should I save the money, and buy a decent bottle of whisky for my use at the reception?

I'm sure the whisky will be a waaaaaaay better accessory for a reception

A belt is not necessary to hold up a traditional kilt because it is a fitted garment with buckles and straps of its own. The big waistplate things are technically dirk belts, for hanging a big knife on. Nonetheless, if I'm not wearing a waistcoat, I like to wear a belt because it creates a visual break between the shirt and tartan.

Your plain brown sporran sounds fine for the event. If you did want to upgrade, I prefer a hunting sporran rather than a semi-dress because of its versatility.

Last summer I was at a wedding on a farm in Saskatchewan. I wore a tweed jacket, hunting sporran, and a used police duty belt that I picked up on eBay for a couple dollars: