Skirting Obscenity

[cruiser348]

This may be an overly simplified concept from an overly simplified mind when it comes to tailoring, but what about making a "proof of concept" when she is available for measurements. Measure what she says is the length she wants, cut a piece of cheap fabric at that length and have her pin it on to see how it works. That would let you, and her see in real life how that length would work without sacrificing expensive fabric or loads of sewing time. This may not help with the concept of needing to taper the back for modesty's sake but at least you would have the jumping off point.

[GoodGirlGonePlaid]

That does seem a bit short.
My kilts are about 14.5-15 in total length, low waist. But I'm 5'2". They're short, but respectable.

But if she's a slender 5'9" she's probably got great stems that can pull off "a belt"

...and if it does end up being too short, she can always wear tights.
opaque tights=magic.

I don't know why this skirt is on backwards, but it's really short, on a size 10 woman, worn with tights, and looks good!

http://www.etsy.com/listing/81877426...facet=handmade