4 Yard Kilt - Can it be formal?

[Cawdorian]

It really doesn't matter if the kilt is a four or five yarder or a eight yard tank. If the kilt is well made and fits the wearer properly, the vast majority of people will ever know the difference.

Over the period of a year I go to several formal events where there are 75 to 100 kilted gentlemen in attendance, it is very difficult to pick a four or five yarder out of the crowd. The ones that stand out are the guys who are wearing the kilt too low, too long, or are wearing a very sloppily put together outfit. If the outfit is reasonably correct, well fitting and worn with the proper accessories, you will never be able to pick them out of the crowd. They will fit right in.

Wear what works for you, there are no kilt police out there.

[HeathBar]

Both Rocky and Matt make fine looking kilts. While each use a different style and construction, they are both experts in their trade. One thing you have to consider is the tartan you want. Rocky's semi-trads are made from mostly P/V material. And I didn't see the Murray of Atholl on the P/V list. Matt works only with wool kilting material. But I'm sure Rocky can get your tartan in wool. I've seen it available from most mills in various weights and colors (modern, ancient, weathered).
Which ever kiltmaker you choose, I think you will be pleased.

[Bryan]

...I didn't see the Murray of Atholl on the P/V list.

It's there. Most people just list it under the name Murray.