A kilt should sit at the natural waist, which is higher than where most pants are worn and typically aligns around the navel. This higher position allows the kilt to hang properly, with the aprons lying flat in the front and the pleats falling correctly in the back. Wearing a kilt too low on the hips can affect both the appearance and how it moves, especially for traditional styles that are designed for this higher fit. Utility and modern kilts may be worn slightly lower depending on design, but the natural waist remains the standard position for proper wear.