Quote Originally Posted by figheadair View Post
There is of course no need to line (seeking) a 4-5 yard box pleated kilt. It wasn't done in early kilts. I have two 5-yard kilts neither of which is lined.
Lining and steeking are different things. Steeking (in a 4 yard box pleat) is to reduce lateral stress on the wool and in a high yardage knife pleat to prevent sagging of the pleats. lining is cotton (usually - I am doing a silk one next week) to make it more comfortable and absorb some sweat (for comfort). Canvas against the skin (or even through a shirt) can irritate the skin.