So here is my problem. I have four children, all of whom have taken an interest in Highland dance (prayers would be greatly appreciated). We are very fortunate to be able to take lessons from a VERY good instructor right now and they are having great fun with it. She thinks that the kids should be ready to compete in April. My dilemma is over costumes. We will need to get kilts for all the children (?!$$) and I could really use some advice on selecting a good tartan that will provide some really good flash. Our clan dress tartan is very Christmas-y and we really don't much care for it. When dancing, is it better to have a heavier weight for greater swish or do you want the lighter weight so that it won't be so hot? I have also been considering pleating them to the military box pleat as I have always been impressed by the amount of flash and swish these kilts have. Any thoughts from experienced dancers or parents of dancers would be greatly appreciated.