my favourite topic. Dress codes.

[thecompaqguy]

In London, folks do generally keep their thoughts to themselves, they probably won't be occupied by the same kilt protocol we adhere to so much here, people will look because it's different, but as a nice change (people are quite used to seeing that Indian kilted chef on the BBC, I forget his name), people might want their photo taken with you (especially tourists who love the kilt), and aside from ignorant individuals (usually in groups) saying something about your "skirt" (more likely to Tweet it or make a Vine), there's not much to worry about. Wear the kilt as you would some smart jeans, for me, that's boots, scrunched-down hose, casual jumper, or a tweed waistcoat (depending on weather).

It's nice to sometimes stand out from the sea of jeans and be kilted, but I would not get too worried about what others would think if they ever dared to voice their opinion. For every two or three who don't like your kilt, there's loads more that love it!

My Mrs has just categorically told me she hates kilts compared to her traditional West African dress. I can't figure that one out either, but life is too short to worry. There's loads of women who do like the kilt and I do get admiration, to her chagrin, when I am kilted.

Those who matter won't mind, and those who mind don't matter

[Jack Daw]

I appreciate Jock Scot's opinion, and I'm tickled at the term "Southerners" regarding Londoners. And, I think I may understand Mr. Scot's concern. But, in MHO, go about as you please. You are your own boss regarding dress.

[kilted scholar]

I grew up in London and visit it now regularly. I have no hesitation in wearing the kilt there. If I have no function to attend I wear a sweater not a jacket (personally I avoid jackets unless there is a compelling reason for one).

London is one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world. In central London almost every language spoken by humans is heard on the streets. It is a microcosm of the world. In London Muslims wear their distinctive clothing, Sikhs their turbans, and others whatever they wish; it amazes me that anyone would even think it out of order for a kilt to be worn.

So wear it in an understated way.