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Men in skirts: What is it with Scots and kilts?

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Prince Charles and Camilla visit Ballater in Scotland [Evening Standard, UK]

King Charles III of Great Britain who is also known as the Duke of Rothesay in Scotland, was recently spotted in a red and green tartan kilt - a wraparound knee-length skirt - teamed with red socks.

The image caused a stir online especially locally considering that it's a rare occasion to spot a man in Africa wearing a skirt, (a preserve for the female gender).

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