Quote Originally Posted by Knocko View Post
I get a little confused when reading some of these posts, and I see on sites that sell kilts, that the kilt waist is directly at the navel. And that's where I have been measuring from. I'm a short guy, and 1-2 inches above my navel would be covering my rib cage. As a point of order, my drop is only 21.5 inches. I'm 5'7", too. I'm not sure if height makes a difference in this, but I see different answers from everyone, and then I see the kilt sizing info on several sites frequented by members of this forum; those sites always say - measure your waist at your navel and your drop is measured from that point, as well.

Can someone please clarify if there actually is a 'right' way to do it, if it is open to 'interpretation', or should I go by what I'm ordering?

I apologize if this is considered a thread-jack...if so please let me know, but if possible, a little would be greatly appreciated...
Every manufacturer measures a little differently, it seems. Yes, height does matter. (I'm 5'7" too, and have a similar drop.) I've read that military kilts do actually go up to your bottom rib. Others say a traditionally styled kilt should sit an inch or two above the hips.

I'm no expert on these matters, but Steve at Freedom Kilts has some very detailed measuring instructions for different styles of wear. You might want to check them out here

Best regards,

Jake