I’ve learned ‘tis prudent to ha’e the kilt maker take proper measurements when investing in a quality kilt. I followed the written measuring instructions carefully. I took the added precaution of having the person charged with maintaining and issuing pipe band uniforms measure me as well. I was less than pleased at how the kilt fit when it arrived in the post. No fault of the kilt maker. The kilt maker did a wonderful job constructing the kilt.

The logistics of engaging a kilt maker for proper measuring can be daunting. Alternatively, perhaps some of the sartorial vendors that are not kilt makers might be qualified to take proper measurements at Scottish festivals? I’ll likely not invest in another quality kilt without being properly measured by a kilt maker or a qualified sartorial vendor recommended by a kilt maker.