This is something I have actually thought about while awaiting the arrival of my first kilt. The most annoying insect around here is arguably the chigger. They are nearly microscopic and crawl up the legs until they reach a warm, humid area of the flesh, especially near tight clothing: socks, waistbands, underarms, groin. Once there, they start digesting skin cells, each one leaving behind a small red welt that itches intensely for about two weeks. In my experience, however, they are uninterested in drier, cooler parts of the body.

So I am looking forward to going regimental. I can tolerate chigger bites around my waist and at my calves and ankles. But just one welt at or about the twig and berries, and, well, let's just say it is an experience not soon forgotten.