Measuring question

[Pipersson]

Hello guys!

Time has come for me to...buy my first "real" kilt.

At the moment I do have a 5 yard polyviscose Stewart Hunting kilt I ordered last summer which is seen in my avatar.
It's not bad but I would like to have a wool kilt.
(I bought a Scotweb casual in Roberston modern medium weight which I never wore because it doesn't fit and I try to sell at ebayat the moment)

Now I would like to order a 5 yard kilt at Tartanweb but I am not sure how to measure.
Is the measuring for a 5 yarder different from as for an 8 yarder?
Please tell me your oppinion...

Buy the way: did anybody order at Tartanweb lately?

Thanks, Tom

[Mael Coluim]

No, I have not used either vendor. But I have 5 yarders from USA Kilts. They are awesome tailoring. They have link to show how to measure for your kilt.

[Pipersson]

Ah ok...thanks.
Do you wear your 5 yarder lower than an 8 yarder which is for example written in nicks kilt book...?

[Father Bill]

Each kiltmaker has their own measuring requirements, and they're normally found on their websites. Follow them carefully.

Wool is definitely the best choice, and 8 yards swing and swish more just because there's more material there.

Good luck, and enjoy!

[dea3369]

Each kiltmaker has their own measuring requirements, and they're normally found on their websites. Follow them carefully.

Follow them carefully and exactly as their directions state!

[brewerpaul]

Most web sites will have instructions on how to measure though Im sure they are pretty universal. Waist should be at navel, hips around the widest part of your back side, length either while standing or kneeling. If they dont include these specifics then it is time to start an email or phone conversation with them. Best of luck on the new kilt.

[AKScott]

Most web sites will have instructions on how to measure though Im sure they are pretty universal. Waist should be at navel, hips around the widest part of your back side, length either while standing or kneeling. If they dont include these specifics then it is time to start an email or phone conversation with them. Best of luck on the new kilt.

Beware measuring kilt length, they don't all measure the same for that. Some want the total length, edge to edge of the kilt, some add two inches to the number you give them to create rise. Follow the specific instructions of the specific kilt maker you choose.

[Mael Coluim]

I wear my wool five yarders at my kilt waist and noy my jean's waist where I wear my 'more' casual kilts.

In fact, I don't think I will ever again order another eight yarder. Too impractical with all the kilt wearing I do. Perhaps a six yarder but no more than that.

[The Wizard of BC]

I would like to re-enforce what others have said. "Follow the instructions of the person who will be making your kilt!".

Each kiltmaker has their own particuar way of measuring and then using the measurements you send. Measureing for a kilt is far from universal or standard.

The use of the navel as the position of the waistband is misleading. The location of the navel is quite variable in men changing as weight changes. And if you wear the waistband of a kilt at the navel you are more than likely wearing the kilt at mid-rise, not the full rise where a traditional kilt is worn.

So please, follow the instructions of your kiltmaker to the letter.

[Riverkilt]

Wondering why you're ordering from a middleman who forwards the order to a mystery kiltmaker instead of ordering direct from a kiltmaker who puts their name and reputation on the kilt for less money?

For what its worth I've found - even when following the kiltmaker's instructions the first kilt will be a bit off. BUT - once you have that first kilt you can adjust from there on your second kilt from that same kiltmaker.

You don't indicate where in the world you are - but best of all is if you can have the person who is going to sew your kilt do the measuring - either at their shop or at a highland games.