I know full well that I shouldn't be in a hurry.

**locustsympathizer** · 8th August 05, 08:04 AM

I was just notified of my cousin's scots wedding which is to take place in October, and I do not yet have a kilt. Are there any reasonably-priced kilt-makers who can either ship to the USA (or manufacture over on this side of the pond) and are able to get it shipped out in less than a month and a half? Most distributing websites I've looked at say at least a two-month wait is required. I'm fully aware that I shouldn't rush good construction, but this is a dear cousin of mine who's a semi-pro piper, I'd feel awfully bad if I didn't have a kilt and sporran for the wedding. Any advice?

**Shay** · 8th August 05, 08:20 AM

Are you part of the wedding party, or just want to wear a kilt to the wedding?

**davedove** · 8th August 05, 08:27 AM

Shay has asked a good question. If you are not part of the wedding party AND don't have to have a particular tartan, it may be a lot easier to get a kilt. Many places will give your order priority if you need it for a special event. All you can do is contact some of the suppliers and see what they will do for you.

**chasem** · 8th August 05, 08:31 AM

You could try USA Kilts. I'm not sure what you're looking for, but my understanding is they generall get kilts out rather quickly.

**The Wizard of BC** · 8th August 05, 08:34 AM

Get in the Yellow Pages, and rent one. Or most formal wear rental places can advise you where to rent one. Most Kilt rental places can outfit you to outshine the groom if that is your choice. And if you are lucky and the Tarrtan is common you may be able to find "your" Tartan.

**Shay** · 8th August 05, 08:40 AM

By the way- where do you live? There's a place near me that rents out the whole shootin' match for a pretty decent price:
http://donegal.com/donegal_kilt_rentals.html
But they don't sell kilts online.

Folks in your area may know of similar places.

**Jimmy Carbomb** · 8th August 05, 08:46 AM

Ding, ding!!! Steve wins!!!

Get that thing on-order NOW, so that you're "covered". You really don't want to go to a knowledgable crowd like that wearing anything but the "real deal". A nice, tight wool kilt that's handmade and authentic will make you even MORE comfortable in that crowd. Festivals and dinners are okay for other kilts.

IF you're truly fortunate, you MAY be able to acquire this same kilt for a "song". Here in Philadelphia, I have a local store that sells authentic handsewn kilts that have been "rented". You can actually get them for less than others!!! That's what's called a "no-brainer". I'll fork-over $250 (usd) for a wool, authentic, hand-sewn-by-a-master-kiltmaker kilt over anything else in a heartbeat!

I'll PM you with the information too.

**sav** · 8th August 05, 08:53 AM

Originally Posted by Jimmy Carbomb

Here in Philadelphia, I have a local store that sells authentic handsewn kilts that have been "rented".

Jimmy: Where is this place!? I've got to check it out!

**Jimmy Carbomb** · 8th August 05, 10:19 AM

Sav, buddy, you've been PM'd.

If you get a chance to head in to the shop, make sure to allot about 1/2 hour minimum. You'll see Highland Regalia and kilts that will make you drool. I suggest that you take along a tartan bib.:-D

If you're REALLY lucky, a kilt will be sewn behind the front desk while you're there. It's a thing of beauty to watch a true artisan at work. The only machine within reach of the kiltmaker is the cash register.

**Andrew Breecher** · 8th August 05, 06:08 PM

Originally Posted by Jimmy Carbomb

If you're REALLY lucky, a kilt will be sewn behind the front desk while you're there. It's a thing of beauty to watch a true artisan at work. The only machine within reach of the kiltmaker is the cash register.

My local kilt shop doesn't even have a cash register - they use a calculator and write in pen on a carbon sales slip. The arthritic lady behind the counter is often sewing a kilt.

I love kilt shops.

Andrew.