I assumed kiltmakers would be the most knowledgeable on this topic. The wife of a cousin wants to surprise her hubby with his first "real" kilt. He has a Sport Kilt (velcro, no straps), and I believe an inexpensive synthetic with straps, both of which fit fine. I suggested she might be able to have the new kilt made by taking measurements from these kilts, i.e. length and waist. But, how should these measurements be taken precisely- from where to where on the velcro/strap kilts' waist, and how to measure the length? I realize that the answer might be an anguished, "Don't do it!", but I think it's the only way to surprise him. Any thought would be appreciated. Thanks!