Men's Kilt Sizing Guide

Size Guide Kilts

How to Measure for your Kilt

Buying a man's kilt is a rite of passage for many Scots and those of Scottish descent across the world. It is not only an investment in your heritage, but an investment in a high-quality garment. A good kilt can become a family heirloom, lasting for at least a generation or two if cared for properly. 

 

To ensure that you get the perfect fit, be sure to follow our measuring tips and advice:

 

For the most accurate measurements, use a tailor’s tape measure and have a friend or family member measure for you. Ensure you have nothing in any of your pockets and that you stand tall and relaxed while getting measurements taken. 


Waist (B): Run the tape measure firmly around your waist at the navel which is where the kilt is traditionally worn. Ensure the tape measure is pulled nice and tight around the waist as the kilt sits higher on your body and so it needs to fit snugly enough to ensure that it will stay up.
 

PLEASE NOTE: kilts over a waist size of 42 inches will carry a small surcharge. 


Seat (C): Measure around the widest part of your bottom. Ensure the tape measure is straight across the front and back of the body, and that it is not pulled too tight.


Length (E): For the perfect traditional kilt length, kneel on the ground and measure from the navel down the floor. Traditionally the kilt should finish at the middle of the kneecap unless you prefer to wear it shorter or longer then of course we can make to your personal preference. 

 

If you require any further assistance with sizing, our tartan team will be more than happy to help - get in touch or book a measuring appointment with one of our tailoring consultants.

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In-Store Kilt Measuring Experience

Create your very own kilt outfit with our exclusive ScotlandShop Kilt Measuring Experience, available at our Edinburgh, Crieff and Albany, NY stores. Our expert team will take your measurements and guide you through from the main outfit elements, to all of the accompanying accessories and every little bespoke detail, all while explaining the history and traditions of this national dress.

Men's Kilt Measuring Guide

Body measurements are always best for tailored or made to measure garments but if you need to take the measurements from an existing kilt this video shows you how. Even if you just love the fit of your kilt and want to re-order in different tartan, the length in particular is easier to measure on a garment than in person

Buying the Best of Scotland

The Fabric
We use traditional plaid fabric woven in Scotland. This fabric will last forever if cared for correctly, is the perfect weight to create that swing that makes a kilt look and feel so good, and has the kilting selvedge to create the fringed edge on the apron. 

 

Making your Kilt

Buying a kilt is creating a family heirloom that can be handed down from generation to generation. Our kilts are all traditionally made in Scotland with all the trappings of a high quality finish including 2 leather straps and buckles on the waist and one on the hip, fringed front apron and nice deep pleats for a great swing. The kilts are made using a combination of machine and hand sewing to ensure a top quality finish.

 

To Sett or to Stripe

As standard we make our kilts to Sett but if you want yours made to Stripe or horizontally please just ask. Sometimes this costs a little bit more as it uses more fabric and takes more time but rest assured we will only apply a surcharge if we have to.

 

The Plaid

Your kilt is made to measure just for you and you can choose from over 500 Scottish clan plaids. If you can't find the one you are looking for please ask as we may be able to source it for you.

 

How to care for your Kilt

Properly cared for your kilt will last for generations. This is a pure wool fabric and should be dry cleaned only. Wool fabric can become dull with general dust and dirt. Gentle brushing with a garment brush will brighten it up again.