Respectfully, I think you need to stop fretting so much. I live in one of the most conservative small towns in what is probably the most conservative state in the union - Idaho. I have had virtually no bad encounters. I have had a few gawks and some teen age titters when I pass - but if you're not willing to put up with a bit of of that - this may not be the garment for you. On the other hand, I have had loads of positive comments - some almost gushing - from all kinds of people - young folks, old folks, kids - you name it.

In the end I think your going to have to go out there and have your own unique experiences in a kilt and decide if this is a path you want to persue or not.