I'm hearing basically the same sort of thing from most of us: "Do what you will, within reason."

I agree with the rule of mataching sporran, shoes and belt. Just a good rule.

Personally, I would NEVER be able to wear white shoes, it's just my personal taste. Similar personal problems with sandles and socks at the same time (too many old men in Seattle with birkenstocks and black socks).

I love wearing my hiking boots and my sandles with a tartan, and you really can't break any rules in a UK anyhow.

I'm definately with Todd on the L.L. Bean look for the fall and winter time. A nice sweater or jacket looks nice and you still maintain the dignity of the kilt.

Ultimately though, in an informal setting, as long as you have the (proper) kilt on facing the proper direction (this has now become a new pet peeve of mine) you can't mess it up too much. Just remember guys: If we have decided to make the kilt a garment, rather than a costume, it is up to us to create our own style of kilt wear. If we don't then we're all just following the trends, and who wants that? ;)