Kilt Alterations & Repairs

Kilt Fit Adjustments

Waist Adjustment – Strap & Buckle Repositioning
£65
Adjustment to the kilt waist fit by repositioning the existing straps and buckles for a more comfortable and accurate fit.

Kilt Resizing – Large Reduction
£250
A major size reduction that involves opening much of the kilt, including both aprons, waistband, lining, and canvas. The kilt is carefully reshaped and re-draped to the new size before being fully reconstructed to keep the correct balance, drape, and overall look.

Major Waist Extension – Additional Tartan Added
£250
A significant waist expansion requiring the kilt to be opened and both aprons extended using matching tartan cloth. Internal canvas, lining, and waistband are also adjusted and rebuilt to maintain the kilt’s original shape and fit.

Length Shortening – Hem & Selvage Finish
£65
Kilt length shortened with a clean finish while preserving the correct hem and selvage edge wherever possible.

Repairs & Restoration

Invisible Mending (Moth Damage or Wear) – Per Repair
£140
Careful repair of moth damage or worn areas using specialist techniques to make repairs as discreet as possible and help preserve the look of the tartan.

Kilt Structural Repair  Re-Stitching
£145
Repair of worn or damaged stitching and reinforcement of the kilt’s structure, including pleats, waistband, lining, canvas, or areas affected by wear.

Front Apron Reconstruction
£240
(Matching tartan fabric usually costs £70–£140 and is charged separately.)
Removal and replacement of a damaged front apron using matching tartan cloth, with careful shaping and rebuilding to blend naturally with the original kilt.

Full Apron Reconstruction – Both Aprons
£420
(Matching tartan fabric usually costs £70–£140 and is charged separately.)
Reconstruction of both aprons using matching tartan cloth, including reshaping and rebuilding to restore the kilt’s structure and appearance.

Straps & Hardware

Leather Strap Replacement (each)
£30
Replacement of worn or damaged leather straps.

Buckle Replacement (each)
£35
Replacement and secure fitting of kilt buckles.

Highland Wear Alterations

Full Jacket Alteration
£210
(Usually taking in up to two sizes, subject to assessment.)
A full alteration service including adjustments to shoulders, sleeves, body fit, and overall shape for a cleaner fit.

Waistcoat Back Panel Replacement / Let Out
£75
Adjustment to increase waistcoat size by extending or replacing the back panel for a more comfortable fit.

Cleaning & Finishing

Kilt Deep Clean & Press
£120
Deep cleaning and professional pressing to refresh the kilt and restore sharp pleats.

Kilt Press Only
£65
Professional pressing to refresh pleats and presentation.

Notes

Invisible mending is priced per individual damaged area.

Additional tartan used during waist expansion is carefully matched to the kilt and discussed during fitting.

Prices are guide prices and confirmed after assessment.

Fabric condition and previous alterations may affect the final cost.

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