Your J. Higgins Kilt is finely tailored from premium Scottish wool by our own kilt makers here in Kansas City since 1983. Each kilt is carefully crafted from authentic tartans imported from Scotland. Our kilt makers will tailor your kilt to have 3 buckles/straps, belt loops, and double fringe on the front apron. Each kilt is fully lined in the waist. Matching tartan flashes are also available here: https://www.jhiggins.net/flashes/
This is a custom garment that cannot be returned. Because we make these kilts to order, please know that delivery is approximately 10 to 12 weeks. This is a general estimate.
Firmly grounded in tradition, we believe our kilts are among the best kilts made in the world. Let us make yours.
MEASURING:
Use only a cloth tape measure when taking kilt measurements. Do not use rulers, or metal tape measures. However, we can copy a current total length if you have an existing kilt already. Please mention this in the comments section of your order. Check out our video and measurement guide below for helpful suggestions on how to measure for your kilt:
VIDEO CHAT:
Are you concerned about measuring yourself for a J. Higgins kilt? Then, try our Video Chat service where we web conference with you while you measure yourself for a kilt. It's free and easy! Click here for more information:
https://www.jhiggins.net/video-chat-let-us-help-you-measure-for-your-new-j-higgins-kilt/
YARDAGE:
Pricing will change depending on sizes submitted and amount of material needed for the individual. Price ranges are as follows:
7 yard kilt (Hips up to 37") $470
8 yard kilt (Hips 38 to 46") $495
9 yard kilt (Hips 47 to 55") $565
PLEATING:
There are two ways to pleat your kilt in the back. You can either pleat it to the sett so the tartan is shown front and back in the same way, or pleat it to the line so that we choose one line to emphasize which then makes the pleating pattern look completely different than the front. Some tartans don't lend themselves to pleating to the line. We show you an example of both in the photos below using the Royal Stewart tartan. If you're in doubt, we strongly suggest you pleat to the sett as pleating to the line can make a stark difference. First time kilt wearers should maybe avoid pleating to the line.
Pleating to the Sett 
Pleating to the Line 
KILT CARE:
Check out our blog about "Caring for your J. Higgins Kilt": https://www.jhiggins.net/blog/caring-for-your-j-higgins-kilt/
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A Well-Built Kilt
I have a kilt in the tartan I ordered that was made in Scotland several years ago. I ordered these and it’s as though they were ordered on the same day. Perhaps that speaks to the tartan maker “The House of Edgar”. These J. Higgins kilts have the same fit and heft of my original. They look great! The only thing they don’t have are the laces sewn into the waistband to help hang them. Great kilts made to order of true tartan cloth.
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I love it
I love my new kilt. It fits perfect and looks good. The fit and finish are excellent. My initial measurements were a little off and I received a response the next day asking me to double check them. And I received it quicker than I expected. I am very pleased with the kilt and J Higgins!
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Great Kilt
The quality of J Higgins kilts are the best in the market. I have 7 kilts from different suppliers and J. Higgins is by far the best. Their price for the quality is outstanding.
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MacInnes Kilt
Extremely impressed with customer service and the quality of the kilt. Thank you for an excellent experience.
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High quality, wonderfully made
As a fiber artist, I appreciate well made items, and this kilt went beyond my expectations! This was a wonderful 30th birthday gift for my boyfriend, and J Higgins was wonderful to work with
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Perfect Fit
Waited for this spectacularly made and perfect fitting kilt. Worth the wait for a superior product.
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Excellent Overall
I've been through a few kilts as a piper and this one is quite exceptional. Aside from the high level of quality I was impressed by JH's willingness to engage me to accurately take down sizes needed to make a well-fitting kilt; all over email too. I will be doing business here again.
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First Class
Well made kilt!! Very happy with my order and the time it took to get it. Would recommend them anytime
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Great craftsmanship
The workmanship and quality that went into the making of my Kilt is exceptional.
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Excellent fit
Ordered this for my son's wedding. I particularly liked the customer service when they contact him to confirm his measurements. The kilt looks spectacular (just like the two I got from J. Higgins for myself!)
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Top Quality Products & Service
Because of the lower cost, I was concerned about buying a kilt from Higgins. A fellow clansman showed me the one he had been wearing for over 10 yrs, and I was convinced I couldn't go wrong. I was so satisfied that he has made several others for me over the years, The service was as good as it gets. As a clan convener I always recommend they purchase their 1st wool kilt from J.Higgins. Very highly recommend their products and excellent service and advice.
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Gorgeous Kilt
The material is beautiful, substantial and looks really terrific. Colors on website are true. Workmanship is really top notch.