Yes, Graham I agree that a different tartan tie would look out of place. However, personally I like the look of a tartan tie that matches the kilt. More specifically, I was thinking of this look with an argyll jacket. Also, I think you make a good point with "Wear what you like and feel good in." If we don't feel that way, what are we doing in kilts? I suppose it is ridiculous to not worry about wearing a kilt... but to worry about whether I should wear a matching tartan tie with it or not. However, I feel that there will be enough attention drawn to the fact that I am wearing a kilt, that I don't want to compound it by wearing it "wrong."

I am curious, for those of you that think that a matching tartan tie is overkill... do you also dislike the fly plaid? Is this also overkill, or is this different because it is for a more formal occasion?