Quote Originally Posted by Colin
Those likely weren't the kilts we know today. The kilts that were worn in the fields were great kilts and belted plaids. Both were just pieces of cloth that were pleated each time before being worn.

Absolutely.. But, as I said, isn't the practicality the tradition of the kilt? Especially with the phillabeg(sp?).

I'm sure the first tailored kilts were also made for every-day use. It just prevented the owner from taking the time to pleat it every time he put it on. Again, practicality comes into play.