I understand that the Inverness Cape is the proper thing to wear with the kilt when it is cold. However, in our modern world of driving cars, etc. I can see some problems with the practicality of this garment. The drawing in J. Charles Thompson's book "So You're Going to Wear the Kilt" shows the cape being essentially the length of the kilt. I am interested in the opinions of others on using a long black cashmere coat with the kilt. By long, I mean a top coat that comes down below the folded over top of the hose. For more casual wear, of course, short waist length jackets work well.

Rick