Kits for fat guys!

**Ethan Evans-Hilton** · 27th October 09, 11:21 AM

Let’s face it, some of us are more…rotund than others and this can cause issues with a kilt hanging and wearing well. First solution of course…lose the belly! And like so many other I can say that I am personally working toward that. That being said I’d like to have something that I could wear in the mean time until I get to the lean time that will not look utterly ridiculous. I’m also looking in the economy to casual range as far as pricing goes. Any recommendations?

**McFarkus** · 27th October 09, 11:49 AM

I heartily recommend Stillwater kilts. I'm also a large guy and refuse to spend a fortune on a handsewn kilt until I have a waist again. Stillwater sells 8 yard "Heavyweight" wool kilts for about $130 and 8 yard "Standard" kilts for about $80. Probably one of the best values for the money you can get. They come in standard waist sizes with a 24" length. That means for me that I wear it about 2-3 inches above my navel which feels a bit strange at first, but is lower than military kilts. I find that it is actually more flattering for those of us who have bellies - disguises it a bit.

**Nighthawk** · 28th October 09, 11:04 AM

Originally Posted by McFarkus

I heartily recommend Stillwater kilts. I'm also a large guy and refuse to spend a fortune on a handsewn kilt until I have a waist again. Stillwater sells 8 yard "Heavyweight" wool kilts for about $130 and 8 yard "Standard" kilts for about $80. Probably one of the best values for the money you can get. They come in standard waist sizes with a 24" length. That means for me that I wear it about 2-3 inches above my navel which feels a bit strange at first, but is lower than military kilts. I find that it is actually more flattering for those of us who have bellies - disguises it a bit.

Without having read the rest of the thread, what McFarcus says is also my opinion. I'm a 290 lb man mountain, myself, and I love the SWK size 52's. I'm actually a 54, and they fit me fine. I have 2 heavies and 2 standards. Spend the extra cash on the heavies- you will regret it all winter if you dont'!

Oh!! Oh!! I just noticed you're another Coloradoan!! It's so beautiful today! All cold and snowy! I'm wearing one of my Stillwater heavies and a pair of Lewis Rich kilt hose right now, and am out the door for a walk as soon as I finish eating my lunch. The heavyweights are great for days like today! They're nice and warm.

**ForresterModern** · 27th October 09, 12:24 PM

First, welcome to Xmarks!

Second, the recommendation of SWK is a good one to start with, especially if you know you are going to be ungrowing out of it over time.

Third, we have a special Social Group called Gentlemen of Substance, specifically for those of us who are above the standard norms for sizes, that you should feel free to join and contribute to. To find and join go to the blue bar top right of this page and bring down "quick links" menu, where, about halfway down, you should click on Social Groups, where it should bring up a whole list of available specific social groups of various types and descriptions. You will find folks with common traits or other interests that you can befriend and discuss relevant topics with there, as well as on the open forum.

Great to have you on board.

**RB51** · 27th October 09, 01:20 PM

Hello and welcome from the Highlands of BC. You can't go wrong with a kilt from SWK...very happy with my heavyweight.

Laurie

**cavscout** · 27th October 09, 02:04 PM

To concur with everyone else, Stillwater is a slam dunk.

But if you find that their selection of tartans are not hitting the spot for you, look into the PV tartans that Freedom Kilts and USA Kilts offer. Made to measure, lots of great tartans to choose from, and very durable. And depending on how much weight you loose, you might even be able to have the PV kilt re-sized.

You might even check out Sport Kilt. For what you get the price point is a bit on the high side IMHO but they do offer a lot of tartans and options.

**SteveB** · 27th October 09, 04:08 PM

Stillwater is a good idea, but the casual kilt from USA Kilts may present a better option, in that it is made to measure, many tartans available, and Rocky works quite hard at making his kilts look good.

If the kilt is to be contemporary in nature Freedom Kilts has many models to choose from and many custom options.

IMHO, a made to measure casual kilt will look better than an off the peg on a gentleman of substance.

BTW

from Boston, Massachusetts, and we share the same birthday!

Slainte

**MacHummel** · 27th October 09, 05:33 PM

I have a couple of kilts that are a little big for me if you send me your measurements if i have something for you I can sell it to you for a good deal and thsame time I can quote you for a made to measure kilt from CCK

**Pleater** · 28th October 09, 03:56 AM

When considering your options, kilts made from heavier quality fabrics will be the better way to go.

I am not sure if it is something psycological or optical, but a more ample form clad in good fabric aquires an air of dignity and opulence.

Anne the Pleater :ootd:

**McNulty** · 28th October 09, 04:42 AM

Morning! I too am a man of substance and tend to wear all of my kilts a tad higher than most other less proportioned members here. I'll go four fingers above my navel with a 22" length kilt. Looks better sitting above the belly/barrell. It does feel weird at first but, trust me, that feeling fades shortly. SWK does offer the best deal in an OTR kilt and I have quite a few of them to say that. I also have several made to measure the at sit high up also. Either way check of the Men of Substance section and check out the pix. Welcome to Xmarks from the Western Slope!
Nulty