Contemporary vs Traditional

[Iolaus]

I'm not sure how to take this comment, but I find it a bit patronizing and condescending.

You may not see the value of the kilt as a symbol of heritage, but for others like myself, it it just that. It symbolizes the pride I feel in my family's history and the additions I will make, God willing, to that long and proud line of Scottish immigrants that came to this country and contributed their blood, sweat and tears.

I see nothing wrong with the symbolism of kilts & tartans. I respect your right to wear your kilt for whatever reason you wish, but please respect my choice to wear mine not as simply a fashion statement, but as a symbol of my heritage.

Todd

I don't really want to go there Todd; there's no point in rehashing old arguments between us.

The original premise of this thread was...

What do you think would make a better first kilt: a traditional kilt or a contemporary kilt?

...a question that implies cultural tradition was not the major consideration for the OP, and that the primary use was not likely to be in a cultural setting. In that context, my input is based on an evaluation of how how the general public would react, and how a noob would deal with the reaction. The decision of what to get really depends on where and how the kilt is to be worn.