Originally Posted by
MacMillan's son
-------------For what it's worth, it is my understanding that the"nothing matches" look is one born of economic necessity of a somewhat impoverished people who did not have too many options to choose from.-----------
Whilst what you have said does have a certain element of truth, I don't think that it is a major part of how/why the Scots choose their kilt attire as they do. Certainly for normal day wear there is also an element of duel purpose too. Shooting socks/kilt hose, tattersall shirt for country wear/kilt wear, brogues with country attire/kilt attire, ties with all styles of attire.
Mostly though, I think we have worked out that not bothering, too much,(some choices do not work, EVER, but we soon work out what works!) about matching things does give us huge variety options that are acceptable to all. Simple really. 
" Rules are for the guidance of wise men and the adherence of idle minds and minor tyrants". Field Marshal Lord Slim.
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