Considering I am the owner of a kilt (purchased 3 weeks ago, not my own tartan) and that I have been a member on here for about 3 days, I feel that I have the authority to offer my two cents. Haha.

I definately agree with the label deal for online stuff especially, I REALLY dont want to order anything, ever, ever, online. I HATE IT! ( i have to sometimes).

As for the other stuff, I know I went to the store several times before I made my purchase, researched what I could online, and then lucked out and got it on sale because the owner decided to close the shop for personal issues. To me, I think it would be nice if they could manufacture a decent kilt, maybe on assembly line or what have you, and at an affordable price. If every kilt maker, whether Scot or not, just took pride in their work it wouldnt be an issue.

And then there is the aspect of actually getting to feel, look, and try it on in person. That helped sway my purchase. I think even a novice such as my self can tell whether its a light cotton with 4 pleats or not! haha.

I dont know, its tough. I envy all of you with far more knowledge than I on the subject, but like I said...i hate online...haha.

Maybe they need a label that says, "please visit xmarksthescot.com prior to purchase"

-Zach