I have to say that I have not responded to this thread before because I do not really understand what it is you are asking.

You ask for advice on two options. In reality the two are not equal.

If you have pleats with 1" reveal (The visible part) and that are 3" deep, this would mean that the total "Sett" of your pleats would be 7". 18 of these pleats would require 126" of fabric.

If you have pleats with a 3/4" reveal that are 2" deep, this would mean that the total 'Sett" of your pleats would be 4 3/4". 24 of these pleats would require 114" of fabric.

In general the more fabric is in the Kilt the better. It will move better.



You also stated that you have 6 yards of fabric to play with. So lay out the aprons, the deep and reverse pleats and then measure how much you have left over for the pleats.

Let's say for example that the aprons use up 100". This would leave you with 116" for the pleats. Let's also say that the pleated area of your hips is 18" just as in your example.

If you make 18 - 1" reveal pleats, the depth would be a little less than 2 3/4".
If you make 24 - 3/4" reveal pleats, the depth would be a little more than 2".

Both use the exact same amount of fabric. (you did specify that the fabric was solid and not Tartan.)

The difference between the two is primarily aesthetic. Which looks better to you.