US Air Force Homespun Tartan Phillabeg Kilt
Celebrate your service and heritage with our US Air Force Tartan Phillabeg—a versatile and comfortable alternative to the full Great Kilt. The Phillabeg (or “little kilt”) is a traditional Highland garment, worn around the waist with pleats in the back, offering easy movement and a classic Scottish look.
Available in homespun wool blend, lightweight premium wool, or medium-weight premium wool, each Phillabeg is custom-made in Scotland to your measurements for an authentic fit. Ideal for Highland games, military events, or everyday wear, it’s a perfect way to honor both your Scottish roots and your Air Force pride.
Features:
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Traditional Highland Phillabeg design – pleated at the back, flat in the front
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Custom-made in the U.S.A. by skilled kiltmakers
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Easy to wear and perfect for warm-weather events
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Great for military ceremonies, Highland games, reenactments, or casual occasions
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Showcases US Air Force tartan to honor your service and heritage
Size Chart
5 yard Phillabeg will fit up to about a 44 inch waist.
6 yard Phillabeg will fit up to about a 54 inch waist.
8 yard Phillabeg will fit up to about a 72 inch waist.
**for deeper pleats, choose next size up
What is a Phillabeg?
The phillabeg (also spelled phille-bheagh or feilidh-beag, meaning “little kilt”) is the ancestor of the modern tailored kilt. It’s essentially the bottom half of a Great Kilt, made from a single-width length of tartan (about 30 inches wide) that is pleated and belted around the waist.
Unlike the Great Kilt, which uses double-width tartan (up to 60 inches wide) and includes extra fabric to drape over the shoulders, the Phillabeg has no upper half. That means no extra bulk above the belt and a much cooler, lighter garment.
You can add the optional Cheater Pleats™ (so you don’t have to pleat it fresh every time you wear it) and include straps and buckles for a secure fit.
Why Choose a Phillabeg Instead of a Great Kilt?
- Less Expensive – Requires half the tartan of a Great Kilt.
- Cooler to Wear – Perfect for summer weather, festivals, or warmer climates.
- More Comfortable – Lightweight, easy to move in, and less fabric to manage.
- Historical Look – Still very traditional, but without the extra drape.
If you want the full Outlander-style Highland look, the Great Kilt is the way to go. But if you live somewhere hot (say, Texas in July) or want a lighter, more practical kilt for reenactments, Highland Games, or summer Ren-Fests, you’ll love the Phillabeg.
