Quote Originally Posted by ForresterModern View Post
. . . These are clothes that I might wear in a more appropriate situation where they would not be considered a costume, so why should they be considered one just becasue it is Halloween. Wearing my kilt that day will be another opportunity to show folks that a kilt can be worn anyday, and look great, even if it is Halloween.
As has been pointed out before, "costume" has many meanings. For me, it signifies specialised clothing. If one of my young neighbors comes to my door dressed in a kilt, bonnet and hose, I will not be offended, nor would I be if he came as any other type of dress. I agree that a kilt is not a costume in a very narrow sense, but then so are military uniforms, and I see them every Halloween. Should I be offended if someone dresses up as a Sailor? as a College professor in cap and gown?

I am not looking to be offended, and I won't be. I personally feel that is the crux of the matter. If you are looking to be insulted or offended, then you will be.