Scottish Kilt Shop · For Men

Piper's Kilt Outfit Size Guide

The full piper's ensemble — kilt, jacket, shirt and piper's plaid. Measure each piece with a soft tape and a partner for accuracy.

Use a cloth tapeA tailor's soft tape, never a metal one.
Ask a helperStraighter, truer numbers than measuring solo.
Measure your bodyBrand/label sizes vary — trust the tape.
Measure twiceMade-to-measure pieces can't be exchanged.
ABC

The Kilt

  1. A

    Waist

    Around your natural waist, an inch or two above the navel, snug but comfortable.

  2. B

    Hip

    Around the fullest part of the hips, about 8″ below the waist.

  3. C

    Kilt Length

    From the natural waist down to the middle of the knee.

The Jacket

  1. Chest

    Around the widest part of the chest, tape parallel to the ground.

  2. Waist

    Around the natural waistline, above the navel.

  3. Shoulder Width

    From one shoulder seam to the other across the back.

  4. Sleeve Length

    From the shoulder top down to the wrist, arm slightly bent.

  5. Jacket Length

    From the shoulder down to the waist or just below — piper jackets sit short.

The Shirt

  1. Neck Size

    Around the base of the neck, a finger's space for comfort.

  2. Chest

    Around the fullest part of the chest, level and not too tight.

  3. Sleeve Length

    From the shoulder top down to the wrist, arm slightly bent.

Piper's Plaid. Measure from the left shoulder across to the right hip for length; the plaid is typically 24–30″ wide.

Ready for the parade ground.

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