Gilmore, I think that any Scot would adapt their headwear to the conditions they find themselves in ,particularly as we are all wiser than we used to be about the cancer risks. I have always thought that,with the kilt, a Panama would be just the ticket for hot climes, or, of course a topee, such as Jamie wears. I have to say that to my Scots eyes, a flat cap worn with the kilt looks worse than awful, I do, however, wear one on nearly every occasion when not wearing the kilt.