Shortening a Kilt

[meinfs]

I have a 22.5" drop which means that if I buy an off-the-shelf kilt for my 40" waist, the standard 24" drop is too long. ...

24" should be perfect for you. Like Jerry said -- 24.5" should be the correct value given the drop of 22.5".

Total length = Drop + 2" rise (accdg to BarbT's book).


You'll need to wear the belted section at the navel (or the waist) which means that it rises 2" more above the center of the belt.