Old & Rare Tartans Premium Wool Phillabeg – Historic Style, Modern Craftsmanship
Our Old & Rare Tartans Premium Wool Phillabeg offers the perfect combination of historical charm and modern craftsmanship. Made in the USA using 12/13 oz medium weight premium wool woven in Scotland, this phillabeg is ideal for anyone seeking a more traditional Highland look with improved wearability and crisp pleating.
Though availability of Old & Rare tartans is more limited, this collection features many long-forgotten and lesser-known tartans that reflect a deep connection to Scottish history. If your tartan is available, we highly recommend the medium weight option—it drapes beautifully, takes a sharper pleat than lightweight fabric, and remains comfortable for all-day wear.
Each phillabeg includes pleating instructions, so you can wear it traditionally by pleating it yourself. Or, for added convenience, add Cheater Pleats™ as an upgrade. Custom sizing ensures a perfect fit for your next Renaissance fair, Highland event, or historical reenactment.
Key Features:
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Made in the USA from 12/13 oz premium wool
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Tartan woven in Scotland from the exclusive Old & Rare collection
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Sharper pleats and better drape than lightweight tartan
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Includes pleating instructions (optional Cheater Pleats™ available)
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Custom-sized for a proper fit
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Ideal for Celtic festivals, reenactments, and traditional events
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Limited tartan availability—check for your pattern before ordering
Sizing:
A 4 yard kilt will fit up to about a 38 inch waist, a 5 yard kilt will fit up to about a 48 inch waist, and a 6 yard kilt will fit up to about a 60 inch waist. If you are larger than this please contact us for pricing on larger kilts. Also, If your waist size is close to one of these limits, consider the next size larger if you want deeper pleats or pleats closer together. For example:
If you have a 34 inch waist, a 4 yd phillabeg will have pleats 1.5 - 2 inches wide and 3-4 inches deep. A 5 yd phillabeg will have pleats approximately 1 inch wide and 3-4 inches deep or 1.5 - 2 inches wide and 6-8 inches deep. In this example a 6 yd kilt would be overkill with a 34 inch waist, but it would have pleats about 1 inch wide and 6-8 inches deep.
4 yds, (fits up to a 38in waist)
5 yds, (fits up to a 48in waist)
6 yds, (fits up to a 60in waist)
How to measure for your Phillabeg:
1) Measure the waist size at your actual waist, where you usually wear your pants.
2) Measure from your waist to about the middle of the knee.
Have someone help you. If you bend even a little while trying to do it yourself, the measurement will change.
