USA kilts vs. Celtic Croft kilts

[Panache]

This touches on a question I've had. Looking at the USAK website, I really can't see a difference between the casual and the semi-trad, other than the latter is handsewn (which I don't dismiss).

But is it the same fabric for both styles? same weight?

Gallician,

The semi-traditional kilts have a higher rise, more material (therefore more and smaller pleats), wider belt/sporran loops, and leather straps and buckles.

The casuals are meant to be worn lower on the hips, have less material, smaller belt loops, and use a velcro closure system.

I am fairly certain that both are machine sewn.

Cheers

Jamie