Many clothing companies use what is known as vanity sizing. This means that they list the size two sizes too small so that you think you are a smaller size. Ask any woman about this and she will tell you how hard it is to know the actual size of clothing. Blue jean companies are famous for this vanity sizing.

Barb is absolutely correct! My video was made specifically for my style of kilt. And it is true that you should use the measuring system of your kiltmaker. Don't cheat. Don't suck-in.

However I talk in the video about not sending your trouser size to your kiltmaker. I also mention one method for measuring for what I call "Gentlemen of substance. I show how wearing the kilt at your natural waist can be very slimming. So for a general overview of measuring just the waist and hip your friend may find the video helpful.

It is not uncommon for first time kilt buyers to be shocked when they are first measured. Your friend has probably never been measured for custom clothing before so he has only his listed trouser size to go on. We in the business are used to the shock and try to soften the blow as best we can. Be understanding and tell your friend about vanity sizing.