Bob,

If you search around, you should be able to find the threads from the last couple of winters.

A couple of keys:
1. Warm kilt -- a good source is What Price Glory, which is a militaria vendor. Jerry Lee offers reproduction regimental kilts in Cameron Highlanders, Gordon Highlanders, and Black Watch. These are 22 oz.!! (Think "blanket"!) A number of folks on XMTS have Jerry's kilts, and are very satisfied with his product and service. There are a few XMarkers, however, who have worn the SWK kilts in winter climates.

2. Warm clothes on the torso, and warm socks, and hat / gloves if you're outside. A prime key to staying warm is keeping the torso and head warm.

One major difference between women's skirts and kilts is that a skirt is (typically) only one layer of fabric. The kilt is two layers in the front, and 4-6 in the back, so there are more layers to trap air for insulation. A second difference is that skirts typically aren't made with as thick / heavy a fabric as a kilt.

Good luck!!