Another Isle of Skye

[Zardoz]

I am wondering how that 5 yarder is pleated, I've ordered stuff from that company, but never a kilt.

[Colin]

I have been watching that sale for sometime, and have been on the fnece about it. Luckily my recent credit card statement decided for me

Looks great. Did they add the reverse pleat on the right side? I had ordered a 5 yard from them and it did not have the reverse pleat.

I have 2 8 yard kilts from them and the pleats are great. I can't speak of the Isle of Skye, but here are the pleats from a 5 yard Weathered MacKenzie I ordered from them (later exchanged for an 8 yard kilt)

[A Hay]

I have been watching that sale for sometime, and have been on the fnece about it. Luckily my recent credit card statement decided for me

Looks great. Did they add the reverse pleat on the right side? I had ordered a 5 yard from them and it did not have the reverse pleat.

I have 2 8 yard kilts from them and the pleats are great. I can't speak of the Isle of Skye, but here are the pleats from a 5 yard Weathered MacKenzie I ordered from them (later exchanged for an 8 yard kilt)

Colin,

Yes, there is a reverse pleat on the right side, but it is hidden under the apron. It is very shallow, maybe only 1 inch. On the left side (as you are wearing the kilt) there is a larger reverse pleat, perhaps 4 inches.

I took a picture of the pleats from the back, but didn't post it since the material was wrinkled. They did not baste the pleats to hold them in place.

Overall, I'm very pleased with the quality of the kilt and the fit. No, it isn't an 8 yard tank, but it is very acceptable for a casual or semi-formal kilt.

Photobucket is down for maintenance right now. I'll post the photo from the back a bit later.

Thanks everyone for your kind comments.

Seems like we could make the IOS almost an alternative XMarksthescot tartan with so many folks buying it.

Tom

[RakesOfMallow]

I am also waiting in the wings to see the picture of the pleats because a machine stitched for under $250 is outstanding...Heck I'm even tempted for the 8 yard hand stitched for $373! Too bad I don't exactly have the scratch, but I could always part with that acoustic guitar... Just know this is all YOUR fault! haha

In all seriousness, the kilt looks great.

Regards,

Tom

[RakesOfMallow]

Alright I think I'm going to go for it...the machine stitched 8yrd IoS in 16 oz wool. I priced out everything, shipping and even a new pair of Lovat Green hose and it's still well under $300! Tom, thanks for posting pics of the kilt and pleats.

Regards,

Tom

[Ozman1944]

The Isle of Skye is certainly a desirable tartan, Very smart.