MUG Style Kilts


There have always been garments that defy categorization. A MUG or Male Un-bifurcated Garment is one of those garments. Is it a kilt or is it a skirt?
Well, strictly speaking, a kilt is a skirt. Most people agree that the answer to the question will be up to the individual designer and individual kilt wearer
The one company that has put more men into MUG’s than anyone else is Utilikilts, of Seattle. Steven Villegas, the designer, states very clearly that his garment has no Celtic or Scottish inspiration. Steven had to coin the word MUG just to describe his garment.
Yes, a Utilikilt has pleats, although they use an old style of pleating known a “Reverse Kingussie”. They also now use aprons but at first they had a fly front with a zipper.
There are quite a few very new garments being designed known as “Goth” or “Fetish” MUGs. Some have zippers, chains, and enough studs and metal to frighten an airport security guard. Are these kilts? If the designer calls it a kilt to gain greater acceptance of his product and the wearer calls it a kilt to prevent confusion with cross-dressing, then I guess it is a kilt.

Conclusion


Kilts have been with us for quite a while now. Designers have always, and always will, try to come up with something different that will catch the eye of prospective customers. Those of us who wear kilts do so for a variety of reasons. One reason that stands out above the others is that The Kilt is perhaps the most masculine of all garments, and women instantly recognize the confidence you begin to exude the moment you put one on. Whenever you step outside in the Kilt you will be noticed. People will stop you and ask questions. They will want to take your picture.
Today, the kilt is more accepted on the street than ever before. It is becoming daily wear for more men, and has finally come out of the realm of costume.
Regardless of whether you spend a thousand dollars for a Tank or you make it yourself and join the “Clan of MacTablecloth”, there is a power in The Kilt. Enjoy and revel in the power of the kilt.