Quote Originally Posted by philbo
Perhaps it all depends on your line of work. When part of your job is pouring beer, you could wear just about anything and still be greeted with acceptance.

One of my biggest challenges (aside from strong winds) has been explaining the utilikilt (or any non-tartan kilt) to people with a lot of Scotish heritage, or to people who have a hard time accepting kilts that simply aren't plaid. I'm often accused of wearing a "sk!rt", especially if they find out I'm not Scotish. This doesn't happen very often, and when it does, I tend to look for the nearest woman to start flirting with. When no women are around, it's more difficult to explain to rednecks why I wear a kilt.
Tell 'em Irish kilts are traditionally solid coloured.
The O'Dinan was reported to have research showing that each family in Ireland had their own colour of kilt, much like the Scottish tartans. However, when he passed away, the notes were misplaced.