How big is too big?

**Flatoutsask** · 12th January 19, 08:48 AM

Hi.
I found a second hand kilt on-line... seems reputable and looks very good as a kilt. I would be proud to ear it! .
I beleive it is bigger then ideal. Length of 24 inches seems perfect. However, I wear a 32 inch waist trouser. This kilt posting states 40-42 for waist .
What would I need to do to manage the extra fabric? Would pleats likely be further forward when a bigger kilt is on a smaller guy? I presume more cloth in the apron area which might be easier to amend ? Thanks for suggestions.
Stuart

**ibrew4u** · 12th January 19, 09:13 AM

That's going to be way too big.
I wear 34 trousers and a 36 kilt.

**Father Bill** · 12th January 19, 09:28 AM

I fear that it would have to be totally rebuilt, and the chances of the cutouts matching the new size would not be good.

**Karl R** · 12th January 19, 09:28 AM

The guys at USA Kilts have a YouTube video where they explain minor and major resizing. They said that a size change as big as the one you describe would require taking the kilt apart and reconstructing the kilt. It’s rarely the less costly solution.

If it was just a few inches, a tailor could easily alter it for a modest cost. I would recommend watching their video, because they explain the method and limitations far better than I can.

**Flatoutsask** · 12th January 19, 10:40 AM

Originally Posted by Karl R

The guys at USA Kilts have a YouTube video where they explain minor and major resizing. They said that a size change as big as the one you describe would require taking the kilt apart and reconstructing the kilt. It’s rarely the less costly solution.

If it was just a few inches, a tailor could easily alter it for a modest cost. I would recommend watching their video, because they explain the method and limitations far better than I can.

Thanks for comments and insight. As it turns out, the kilt has already been sold. It was a Hunting Mackintosh. I am eagerly awaiting a Dress Mackintosh that is being custom fitted. Sadly it won’t be ready for Robbie Burns night. In another thread I will query about jackets that will work with the Dress Tartan. Mostly red with green and small amount of dark blue.

**Tarheel** · 12th January 19, 08:44 PM

I hate to hear you lost the original kilt. It would have been too big and take too much to resize for your upcoming plans. I glad you have another kilt on its way but am sorry it won't be there for the dinner. I expect the arrival will be a boost to ease your disappointment.