Belt Loops

[chasem]

I don't use the loops at all. Well, I don't currently have a kilt with loops, but when I did I didn't use them, and everything was fine as far as fit was concerned.

[Retro Red]

It's true that a properly fitted kilt doesn't need a belt, but to me a kilt looks unfinished without a wide manly kilt belt (except when wearing a Prince Charlie when a belt is excessive). And it's true that you don't need belt loops on a kilt, but I find they help keep the belt from riding up & keep it in place, so I prefer to use them. Really though, they're not essential, but a lot of folks like them, so kilt makers have gotten into the habit of including them. Just like a 3rd kilt buckle isn't really needed - you really only need one buckle on either side to secure a kilt - but a lot of folks like them, so they're commonly considered "standard" now on most kilts. (IMHO, I find the 3rd kilt buckle superfluous & a needless constriction of the kilt around the hips; can't stand them.)

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