Newbie here, seeking advice.

[beowulf67]

Welcome from the heart of kilted Dixie.
Lots of good advice on kilts here, so I'll put in my $.02 adjusted for inflation.

I've had a couple of SportKilts that I use when competing in highland games. They stand up well to regular use, and can be thrown in the washing machine. They can also be thrown over the crossbar when you snag it with your fork while tossing the sheaf but that's another story.

[Jerry]

Welcome from Virginia. I agree that Stillwaters might be just a little long for you. ut, I am just over 5'9" and I do have a couple of Stillwaters. I wear them, just a little higher than my other kilts which are 22.5 inches as opposed to rhe standard 24 inches for Stillwater kilts. They hit me just above mid knee. At your height, they are going to be pushing the below the knee no-no. I agree with the others, Getting oh the phone with Rocky and ordering a USA casual is probably your best bet, for tartan. He does have some "off the rack" stuff too. Check out this link for modern styled kilts in your size if that is what you want. Follow the measuring instructions very carefully, and maybe even call about sizing.

http://www.amerikilt.com/. These are under $100