In re the last point, one must remember that the Highlanders' formal costume has always been "over the top!" The "bling bling" was a result of the Highlander investing his fortune into dress accessories which was a more stable investment at the time than putting his money into a bank. I say if you're going to wear the kilt to a black tie function, follow Highland/Scottish etiquette rather than that of your trousered fellows.

I would, however, like to see a black tie option for the kilt that corresponds to modern trends in dinner jackets which tend to look like black suit jackets with silk lapels, and high necked waistcoats. Perhaps a more formal version of the Argyll jacket? With His Grace's permission, maybe it could be called the Duke of Argyll?

Mark O - Ohio