what to do?

[cable scot]

My new kilt came by fedex yesterday and between when I ordered and when I received it I've lost about 2" off my gut. So what can I do to make my kilt fit me. I should note that It's mid grade kilt ie. machine stiched,16oz new wool,8yd ,made in scotland,so while not an heirloom kilt ,it is good for kicking around in winter.

[Chirs]

Well, there is only one thing to do: eat lots!! It is a lucky thing this has happened at Christmas time, there is so much to eat and everyone else will be doing it too so you won't look out of place.

[Father Bill]

I don't know where you are, but there are kiltmakers spread over the whole of the world's inhabited surface, most of whom can help you. You can also move the buckles/ straps yourself - there are threads here if you do some judicious searching.

I wish you well, and congratulations on the weight loss. The kilt can be adjusted but your health cannot otherwise be!

[Chas]

Before altering anything, write to the supplier. Maybe something can be worked out between you. You are not the first to order a kilt in the wrong size.

Regards

Chas

[davidg]

First thing is not to panic. Second thing is to check the measurement of the kilt against the measurement you gave the kilt maker (it might actually be made to the wrong size). Third thing is to do what Chas suggests, and contact the supplier

Failing all else a local kilt maker can easily adjust the kilt for you and if you can't find a local kilt maker you will be well guided here in order to do it yourself. Simply don't attempt that without the right advice though

[Eck]

You could also consider moving the buckles. There have been articles on the forum about this before if you do a search. I believe Barb T had an input in one. A handy option should you put weight on again at a later date, then it's quite simple to reverse the process.

[madmacs]

If it's pleated to the stripe, the moving the buckles will likely be easy... Belt loops if any will be off center though (but usuakly covered by your jacket)

If pleated to the sett the sett probably wont be aligned at the back... Most people probably wont notice though...

[piperdbh]

Wear a sweater over a hoodie and tuck them both in.

[Mike M.]

You lost weight! Be happy!

[cable scot]

I,ve taken y'allz advice and contacted the supplier of my kilt, we'll see what they wll do. I can't thank you all enough for your advice and humor about my silly problem, I get a little wound up about this stuff and forget it's not really all that much of a big deal .
As it has been pointed out (wich means my girl is right and I won't get to forget it) I did loose a good amount of weight and do feel a good deal better,and will look healther as well and I'm happy about that.

thanks for a dose of perspective
Andy