Quote Originally Posted by fshguy View Post
As it is a matter of proportions, I feel that one should factor in the size of the individual wearing the kilt. My Robertson Red from Robert Noble has quite a smaller sett size than the typical offering. However, I feel it works better for my body type.


Conversely, my Wyvern sporran, while beautifully crafted, gets little wear because it feels disproportionately large for my frame.


It is somewhat humorous for me to read the frequent posts about individuals needing extra long garters, or barrel-chested jackets, when I seem to have just as much trouble locating items for my short stature. I’ve been hunting a second hand 42 Short tweed jacket for years.

To echo this, I think the size of the person certainly makes a difference. I was at a wedding not too long ago actually and remember contemplating this very thing. For the life of me, i can't find the picture I took though... you'll have to settle for my description I guess:

The Brides Father and Uncle are both "gentlemen of substance" shall we say, and both in their Anderson kilts. However, the Uncle has a much larger sett size, and the Father of the Bride had the "usual" sett size. Now, both looks very good I have to say, but the large sett did make the kilt look a bit more subtle than the normal intricate Anderson tartan. So, I think if subtle is what your after, larger sett sizes are great. The brides' sister's boyfriend also had an Anderson kilt on as well in the usual sett size, and being a much more slight lad, it seemed to suit his body type well.

Granted, I could be biased, because I like the intricate Anderson tartan in the usual set size.

My humble opinion only of course...