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US Coast Guard Tartan Phillabeg

$95.00 - $350.00
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SKU:
KP-USCG
Homespun Tartan:
Woven in a traditional, rustic style, on a loom that produces a looser weave with slight irregularities for an authentic, hand-made look
Premium Wool Tartan:
Woven in Scotland for crisp pleats and a smooth, uniform surface — no rustic irregularities like homespun
Made to Order:
Homespun - Allow 1-3 weeks for delivery. Premium Wool - Allow 4-8 weeks for delivery
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US Coast Guard Tartan Phillabeg Kilt

Honor your service and heritage with the US Coast Guard Tartan Phillabeg—a versatile and traditional Highland garment available in homespun wool-blend or medium weight premium wool. Handcrafted in the USA, this Phillabeg delivers authentic quality and custom fit.

The Phillabeg (or “little kilt”) is a traditional kilt style without the upper half of the Great Kilt, making it lighter and easier to wear while retaining its historic charm. Perfect for Highland games, reenactments, ceremonies, or casual events, it’s a great way to showcase your Coast Guard pride.

Bullet Points:

  • Official US Coast Guard tartan

  • Available in homespun wool-blend or medium weight premium wool

  • Handcrafted in the USA for lasting quality

  • Traditional Phillabeg design for lighter, easy wear

  • Ideal for reenactments, Highland games, and military ceremonies

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

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