Quote Originally Posted by Monkey@Arms
The price of kilts has been mentioned as a factor. Don't forget the cost of the jacket, etc. I wonder what percentage of Scottish men actually own a kilt? Given the infrequency of formal events, I would suspect that most just rent complete kilt outfits when needed for the occasional wedding (present company excepted), just like most men in the U.S. rent, rather than own tuxedos. (And like in the U.S. its the wedding party that more often wears them, not the guests.)

Best regards,

Jake
(Proud member of the kilt wearing minority)

It's been so long since I wore anything but a kilt to any kind of affair that I completely forgot that I have three tailor made tuxedos made while stationed in Germany, I need to go out in storage and see if the moths have done their work yet. Thanks for reminding me...lol

Chris.