I need another one of these...

[O'Callaghan]

I'd say my natural waist is about an inch above my navel, so that's where I wear my kilts. YMMV. I'm 5'8" and my legs are short for my height, so all these 24" drop kilts are a bit long on me too, but I don't think most people notice. Most celtic events don't seem to have 'kilt police', LOL!

I am a bit cheap, but I will pay extra for a slightly shorter kilt when it's offered. OTOH, if the kilt is cheap and they offer it on a 24" take it or leave it basis, I'll take it. Alterations sound like they could be expensive, if done right, and I wouldn't want to add a hem on a kilt that has a proper selvage edge.

[Rex_Tremende]

Might I suggest you consider a USA Kilts semi-trad for your next kilt? It can be built more to your specs and you won't have to worry about hemming it later. True PV, excellent service, and you'll know the actual source of the kilt.

Regards,
Rex.

[josephkirkpatrick]

I have a casual kilt from USA kilts. It is really nice, and looks fantastic, but I don't really like the material... (I know, blasphemy or something) It seems too light or something.

It LOOKS like a great tartan, but I dunno. I like the beefier feel of the viscose blend.