My first Kilt came in yesterday and I have a sizing question. Unfortunately when looking for older kilts, the limited supply means I have limited options on which to buy. I decided to go for one that I though might be close.

Obviously from my wife's expression when I tried it on, I was a little off. She said I looked like I was wearing a dress. :-)

The kilt was made in 1948 and was made for a person 5-11" - 6 foot, at least according to the label. Waist is 32.

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Now since it was made in 48, I wasn't quite certain if a 32 was actually today's typical 32 which seems to have gotten bigger. I typically wear a size 30 US and I stand about 5'9"

When I tried the kilt on the kilt hung below my knees. Most pictures I see have the kilt above the knees.

I would say based on trying it on I would need a 2-4 inches taken off the bottom and probably could take about 3-5 inches taken off the waist.

My question is how big a job is this and what am I looking at cost wise to get it altered? I live in Austin, Texas, so if you have suggestions I am open to them.