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[Mike S]

I own both models within my kilt "hoard", so I will endeavor to help you based on my own opinions and experiences.

The Stillwater Heavyweight Wool kilt is going to feel, look, and weigh more like a traditional kilt, but neither it nor the USA Kilts P/V casual kilt are constructed in the traditional manner. Fit will be about the same for both. These off the rack kilts fit better on those who's hips and waist dimensions are not drastically different, as they tend to fit rather straight up and down. That works fine with me, as I have rather slim hips. Especially compared to by beer barrel waist.

Neither have canvas interfacing, or excess pleat material cut away at the back hip area unlike traditional kilts. The pleats are just folded and machine sewn down up to the waist. The Stillwater kilt has more material and deeper pleats more in line with the traditional kilt. Again, there is a BIG difference between the weight and feel of Poly Viscose vs. 16oz wool (or thereabouts), as well as the way the kilt hangs and swishes. Especially when comparing a 5 yard kilt with an 8 yard one. All things to consider.

Given these two options, I think that for your purposes, I would personally go with the Stillwater Heavyweight Wool kilt. The price is roughly in the same ballpark, and the Stillwater is closer to a traditional design that is more appropriate for a wedding function in the minds of most.