Well, another testament to Rocky and Kelly's customer service, availability, and craftsmanship! The Ireland's National I ordered on Saturday, was delivered today! It is one of their "off the rack" kilts, i.e. they make some for in-store stock, in their casual style, which means velcro fastening and machine sewing (at least as far as I know). This is an awesome kilt. I thought that the tartan was going to be a little bright, as I had seen references to a bright green in the tartan, but it is not. I would classify it as a variation of Blackwatch with more green, lose the blue, and pick up some gold. A very nice tartan. I thought it would be only for "holiday wear" but I would feel comfortable wearing it on a daily basis, and the ladies I work with agreed.

The only downside I can see is that the belt loops will only fit a standard pants belt, not a kilt belt. I can guess this is because this kilt is aimed at the casual/special events wearer that does not have the real accesories. I am OK with that, but I wish the belt loops were big enough to wear my kilt belt.

Some pics: