As an everyday kilt wearer I think that there is justification in buying a cheap kilt for everyday wear I only wish they were made in Scotland !! Mlne cost £25 and I have worn it for 6 months nearly every day it is still all right but I would not wear it to a funcion the workmanship is good but the quality of the cloth lets it down !!buy a cheap kilt to see how you like the kilt then buy an 8 yd wool kilt