Just my $.02 worth

I tried to wear the less expensive solid color hose. Although they were priced well, they just didn't have that certain "kilt" quality to them. Maybe my time in a pipe band spoiled me. I have a pair of aran hand knit hose that I picked up for 50-60 dollars. Now, that seems like too much, right?

Not at all.. When I go casual, I go with hiking socks and swat team boots. When I want to get a bit more traditional or dressed up, I bust out the aran hose. When I get married or attend a TRUE black tie event, I'll be busting out the uber-expensive argyle hose that match my family tartan tank.

My point is this, if I wear my ghillies, I wear my aran hose. But usually, to the pub, park, even the highland games, I'd rather not wear what have become "dress" shoes, and wear boots. Boots are comfortable, stable, and look great with a kilt. Just make sure that the color of the leather matches all the way: boots, belt, and sporran.

Like I said, this is just my approach, no need for a bunch of hose.