Boy, you touch on something that was a sore subject with me before I even became interested in kilts. I hope that it's different in other parts of the world but the standard of dress displayed at wakes and funerals here in Chicago has fallen below what could be considered appropriate.

I'm sure that you, Graham, are known as the "man in kilts" in your social circles and that your dress won't be considered inapproprite at all. As far as some folks mistaking you for a bagpiper who's part of the funeral services, I'm sure that you'll be able to respectfully explain that this is not the case.

My condolences on the loss of your friend.

best

AA