measuring shortcut?

[ChattanCat]

The only reliable way to measure for a Kilt is to follow that particular Kiltmakers measuring instructions.

If you have a Kilt that fits perfectly the outer apron right hand edge should line up with the right edge of the under apron. If you want to measure that Kilt while it is on a table simply measure the distance from the right edge of the outer apron(at the top strap) all the way across the apron, then the pleats, over to the right edge of the under apron. (stop at the right edge and don't include the under apron width.(right and left in this example are as you would see them looking down as you wear the Kilt.)

Just to repeat: Always follow the kilt makers measuring technique.

I would measure the waist from the apron edge (the one with the fringe) to the belt buckle where the strap would fit and what belt hole you are in. You would also need to measure your hips and drop.

[davedove]

1. Always follow the kiltmaker's instructions for measuring.
2. Don't use the measurements from one kiltmaker for a different one.
3. You're spending some cash for a kilt, make sure you measure it right.
4. Use a variation on the old carpenter's rule - measure twice. Heck measure several times to make sure you've got it right.

Another point: wear what you would normally be wearing when you do the measurments. If you would normally wear underwear and tuck in a shirt when wearing your kilt, don't strip down to bare skin to take your measurements. Some adjustment can be made by adjusting the straps, but why not make it fit how you normally wear it.