Advice for one with poor visualization skills

[Brice]

I'm trying to decide which would look better in Douglas weathered tartan - a Keltoi Traditional Box Pleated 4-yard kilt, or a Burnett & Struth 5-yard knife-pleated Casual Heavy Weight kilt.

Anyone have any photos of that tartan or something similar in one of those that might help me decide?

And yes, I know it's all a matter of personal taste, but any personal opinions from other XMarkers about which they think looks better, or would be a better choice for other reasons, are also welcome.

Thanks!

[Tarheel]

Welcome Brice. Be assured there are no silly requests for comparison or opinions of the rabble (unless it is your intention.) I hope you get good info that leads to a satisfying result.

[sailortats]

I, for one, think you will be happier with the 4 yard box pleat from Keltoi. I have one like it from Keltoi in the Isle of Skye tartan and it quickly became my favorite kilt. Don't let the 4 yard scare you. It looks and acts every bit as nice as a 5 or 8 yard kilt.

[Mike S]

The Douglas Weathered tartan is a handsome one, and frankly would look good with any of those listed choices.

I rather fancy the box pleated kilts, and feel they are the best looking choice among the sub 8 yard options. If you choose box pleater, remember that they really need a good 16oz material for optimal results.

[Spartan Tartan]

I would also go with a traditionally made 4y boxpleat over a 5y casual.

Best of luck!

[JohntheBiker]

Like Sailortats, I have a four yard box-pleated kilt from Keltoi (16oz Maple Leaf tartan from Lochcarron) that is a real favourite. You won't be unhappy with this choice. You might want to ask John if he can mock up the pleating choice for you so that you have something to visualize.

[konfuzed]

The Douglas Weathered tartan is a handsome one, and frankly would look good with any of those listed choices.

I rather fancy the box pleated kilts, and feel they are the best looking choice among the sub 8 yard options. If you choose box pleater, remember that they really need a good 16oz material for optimal results.

Thanks for this bit. I was actually just considering that a box pleated may make for a nice less yardage kilt for a balance between lighter but still looking good.