My opinion is probably wildly unpopular, but I just can't learn to like red hose. It's too garish. And it is not a flattering color on a man's lower legs. No matter which hue of red it is, I just can't find it attractive at all. It messes up the balance of color and looks like a caricature.

To me, red is only best as a predominant color when it's the tartan that's predominantly red. In all other applications, red is best as an accent color only, and should be done in small doses for good taste.

I much prefer a hose color that complements the tartan (not necessarily matching it). The tartan kilt should be the center of attention, not yer lower legs! I do make exception for tartan/diced hose in red hues that goes with the kilt.

Again, that's my opinion only, but you did ask!