This is two questions combined. I only have one kilt at this point, an 8yd made-to-measure.



For ME, it is too long (24.5"). I was measured from my real waist to the top of my knee, but because I have a short torso it looks like I have it up almost to my armpits. And my knees still don't show enough in my opinion (and my wife's).

I think it should be 2-3" shorter (and then worn slightly lower). That would make the buckle the midpoint between the bottom of the hem and the top of the shirt.

As an example, this recent photo

of a games gathering shows fellows with better proportions. We'll just pick on the fellow standing on the left for this question. He looks (more than I do) like the kilt below the belt balances with the shirt above the belt. Except his knees don't show enough, either.

So,
1: Should I specify a shorter length next time?
2: Do most of us wear our kilts too long (not show enough knee?)

Thanks