An old beginner

[donwin4]

I am quite "mature"! 82 to be exact. (no need for 20 year guarantee) I am of Irish/Scottish ancestry & attend games & Celtic events. Ive long thought about getting some Scottish wear. My use would be occasional golf, neighborhood parties, family events & perhaps to the games & events. I am not wealthy and this would be a luxury item. However, I do not want junk either. My questions: What minimum items need I purchase? Kilt+ ? I would like ready made & to stay under $150 if possible. I see a kilt for under $100 that is my size - in Acrylic, 12oz. -l 7-8 yards of fabric- Specs:
Bottom edge is traditional selvedge, not hemmed
Deep first pleat and reversed final pleat
Pleats are sewn down at the hips
Three wide leather straps & cast buckles
Belt loops- that actually fit a wide kilt belt!
Double-row offset fringe on front apron edge
Full-width comfort lining- extends down 12"
Pleated to the sett (tartan pattern appears across pleats)

Would I be embarrassed to wear this to a Celtic event. Any and all help & advise would be most appreciated.
Thank you, Joseph

[bdkilted]

From what you described, it should be fine. The acrylic don't hold the pleats as well as the wool, but with them being sewn down to the hip, it should be fine. You will need to get a sporran (got to have a place to put your stuff), and some hose. A belt is a good idea, but some do without.
Most of wearing a kilt is in the attitude of the wearer, so enjoy.

[ForresterModern]

Although Acryllic makes a decent kilt, wool is traditional, and there are some reports of acryllic kilts catching fire where wool is unlikely to do that even when in contact with an open flame. Best bet to stay in your budget would be a PV kilt (safer than acryllic).

Thumbs up on the playing golf kilted---if you ever need a partner I will be there kilted with you.

Welcome to the kilted world. Enjoy.

jeff

[Santa Wally]

Although Acryllic makes a decent kilt, wool is traditional, and there are some reports of acryllic kilts catching fire where wool is unlikely to do that even when in contact with an open flame. Best bet to stay in your budget would be a PV kilt (safer than acryllic).
jeff

In my opinion, the best PV kilt is from USA kilts. Rocky has both "off the rack", ready to ship and made to order to your personal measurements. Just click on the USA Kilts ad on the top left of the page to go to the website. PV is much better than acryllic besides the flammability factor. I got rid of my 1st kilt, an acrylic, and now have 3 PV kilts from USA Kilts. A USA Casual PV kilt whether "off the rack" or made to order will be in your price range. Enjoy

[Burly Brute]

My best advice would be to try either finding a local shop or a local seasoned vet who might be able to assist you, or at least offer a friendly companion to go along with it.

Prayin for the best! God bless!

-Zach