Rock on, my friend. I think UK's have regulr p*nts sized belt loops, so you should be fine with a decently heavy leather belt. I found one at Wal-Mart for $12 that I wear at the office. Sure it's cheap, but it's held together so far.

And if you're looking for good kilt accessories, or just someone to chat with, you're only a few hours away from Matt Newsome and the Scottish Tartans Museum in Franklin, NC. Take a day trip this summer! You'll learn a lot.

As a matter of fact, tommorow morning, bright and early, get in your car and drive to Franklin. There's no time like the present.

If you're going to get a 5 or 8 yard wool kilt, my advice would be to avoid black. Both my kilts are black, and it is hard to get more than one look out of them. Get one in Scottish National Tartan! They can be had for pretty cheap from Scotweb, and it'll go nicely with your new surroundings in the fall.