from South Carolina, enjoying a day of soft rain (much needed and appreciated). We look forward to some pictures.

What size kilt you wear is determined largely by where you place its "waist". It can be at the hips, where we usually wear trousers (low-rise); or at the "natural waist" up near the navel, as a traditional kilt is worn (high rise). It may be something in between, but you'll find the proper spot. The size will vary from one maker to another, so be sure to follow the individual kiltmaker's instructions for measuring!!!

Having a standard length 24-inch kilt, you may decide on the waist location to set the length where you like it. If you're average height, it may tend toward the high-rise. Some makers offer a choice of lengths, and some are custom made to your measurements.

If you need to take in the waist, you can move the top buckle on the right, and (if it has one) the strap of the left side buckle, by up to 2 inches. If hook-and-loop fasteners (Velcro) are used, it's easy to add more to the underneath apron (don't have to worry about whether the stitches show). Don't try to cut out the old Velcro, simply add on to whichever side you need it.

Quote Originally Posted by belsen View Post
omg! they are realy good!!!!! i wish i found them sooner......but i cant aford 1 of them anyway lol
It gives us something to aspire to, doesn't it? Union Kilts has some nice offerings: search the Xmarks site for pictures and reviews. They are based in Wales. The UK rabble can suggest other domestic sources, I'm sure.