i only read the first page then skipped to the end, so i don't know what the general consensus is relating to the guy's friend, but i think he has a point.

as far as i am concerned if it has pocket's it's not a kilt. if it is made from denim or leather or something, it is not a kilt.

i wouldn't go so far as to say that it isn't a kilt if it's not tartan, but certain members of my family would an in all honesty when i see 'kilts' in pinstripe material i never know whether i want to laugh or cry. nor would i say it's only a kilt if it's made in Scotland.

i think a good rule is this; if it's tartan or plain, has no pockets or zips, knife pleated at the back, fastens with buckles, is made from wool (and tweed) and sits high on the waist and ends at the knees, it's a kilt.

anything else is a skirt.