Is 8oz PV too light for making a casual kilt? Would it require a much finer/heavier pleat to add weight to the garment?

I ask because I've found some 8oz fabric that I wanted to DIY a kilt with.

Keep in mind I do live in Florida and lighter fabric is usually a very good thing, but surprise gusts are not... even in my 11-ish oz. acrylics I have still been Marilyn'ed a few times.


EDIT: Question Part 2 - If it did seem to be a good thing, is there a kiltmaker on board that would take on the project of a 7-8 yard 8oz PV for a highland games athlete?