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") $495
8 yard kilt (Hips 38 to 46") $520
9 yard kilt (Hips 47 to 55") $570
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 Perfect Heirloom
It took a while to get it, because of the COVID pandemic, but it was well worth the wait! Deep pleats, perfectly to the line, even the belt loops are invisible. Amazing quality 16oz. kilt that will serve as the perfect heirloom to hand down to the next generation and many after that. With all those generations of use, it's a great investment!
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Beautiful
What can I say about the excellent service I received from J Higgins. I was told the mill in Scotland was 12 weeks out for the tartan pattern I had chosen, then out of the blue I received my kilt early, very early and it is Perfect. They also remade a cover for my pipes that turned out perfect again. I will always go to them first for my needs. 5 Stars for service and products they have control over.
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beautiful kilt
I highly recommend kilts from j higgins. They are excellent
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Outstanding!
We received our kilts just in time for St. Patrick’s Day! They are outstanding quality and fit! We will be ordering family kilts soon in addition to the band kilts we just received!
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Amazing kilt!
Finally got to wear my (clan) kilt. All I can say is fantastic! Amazing look and quality. Highly recommended for anyone wanting to look dapper in tartan. I will be wearing it at every opportunity...
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Perfection
I've been doing business with jHiggins since 01, I think. It's always been a good experience and product. I bought my first kilt from jhiggins. All the best Lary Fowler
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Superior Kilts and Accessories
I was referred to Higgins and they really came through. The kilt is high quality wool and very professionally made. The pleats hold and the fit was fantastic. The accessories are also high quality. Go there for all needs.
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Excellent Product!
My made to order kilt is superb in fit and quality. The company was very professional and knowledgeable about making my kilt and getting it to me. They go above and beyond in customer service. All of my future kilt purchases will be made through J.Higgins. I highly recommend this company to anyone looking to purchase a kilt.
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Perfect
Mr. Higgins was very patient with my millions of questions about measurements. He took the time through email to inform me and educate me to make sure I would be getting what I wanted. And his responses were always very quick. The kilt is perfectly aligned, beautiful stitching and it fits me exactly how I wanted it to.
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Beautifully crafted kilt
My kilt arrived today and it is a stunning piece of workmanship. The tartan is perfectly aligned, the stitching is perfect and the fit is awesome. The dimensions and fabric were the result of a number of e-mails between me and John Higgins, who showed great patience and gave great advice for what amounts to a substantial investment. I had been told by many that this was the best kilt maker in the U.S. and cannot argue with that assessment. The whole experience was top notch.
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Superb Custom Kilt
We are so very happy with the beautiful hand made kilt we received. The owner, John, worked with me personally to insure an excellent outcome. The sporran I ordered was absolutely beautiful! Wonderful service, and arrived very quickly in time for the holidays. We highly recommend J. Higgins!
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Kilt Craftsmanship
16 oz Custom Kilt order: JHiggins took exceptional precautions to make sure measurements and intentions were accurate. Packaging was precise. Delivery was within estimated time. Quality of kilt (colors were vibrant and pleating was amazing. The best kilt ever! The cost? A great bargain. I can't wait to buy my next kilt at JHiggins.