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    Quote Originally Posted by ktaylo12 View Post
    I am looking to buy my first kilt but am having some hesitation on the measurements I should take. I am a large man (approx. 300lbs) with a pronounced mid-section and concerned that the measurements I will be awkward and my kilt will not fit properly. Do you have any advice for a larger man taking kilt measurements? Thanks everyone.
    My advice would be to find a kilt rental shop nearest to you and have them help you. Done right, I find the kilt to be quite sliming.
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    Agreed with all of the above. Have a kiltmaker help you with the measurements and the kilt will fit and look fantastic!

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