Men In Kilts – Eclecticism

This entry was published at least two years ago (originally posted on September 19, 2005). Since that time the information may have become outdated or my beliefs may have changed (in general, assume a more open and liberal current viewpoint). A fuller disclaimer is available.

The PI carried a nice look at Utilikilts on Saturday (thanks to Melissa for pointing it out to me):

It’s the freedom, they say. The freedom to move, to feel the breeze, to stay cool on a hot summer day.

And all this freedom comes simply from banishing pants to the back of the closet, say the men who wear the Utilikilt, a rugged modern take on the Celtic kilt.

The garment – made in Seattle by the company of the same name – adds a twist of practicality to the traditional kilt. Made with tough fabric and accessories such as cargo pockets and a hammer loop, the garment has attracted marine biologists to construction workers who often point to the comfort factor as their reason for donning the pleats. About 12,000 kilts are sold each year, said Steven Villegas, the company’s founder and owner.

Sure, nothing that hasn’t been said here before, but it’s always nice to see a little press for the company.

“Roxanne” by Police, The from the album Every Breath You Take: The Singles (1978, 3:12).

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