When I saw the Tripp kilts front and center in Hot Topic (because of st. Patrick's day), I knew there would be more criticism of them on this board.

As I have already said in another topic, I really think they are underrated here, and get more then there fare share of criticism on this board. If it were not for my girlfriend getting a Tripp kilt from Hot Topic and letting me wear it, I would not own a Utilikilt or a Stillwater kilt today.

A hot topic kilt is not supposed to be a high quality, traditional kilt. It is good quality for the price, 50-60 dollars. I have a hard time finding anything other then a Stillwater for that cheap. I think that if some of you guys saw a Stillwater kilt at Hot Topic instead of a Tripp one, you would be bashing it just the same for being so low quality. The Tripp kilt is a great kilt for junking around in, very comfortable. It has large pockets and belt loops, making it very practical to wear. The pleats are box pleated, and sewn in, making them great for sitting on all day. I really don't care what my Tripp pleats look like after I stand up. I have gotten nothing but compliments from people when wearing a Tripp kilt.

For what it is, a Hot Topic kilt is a good deal for the price, and there really are no other “utility kilts” on the market for that cheap. The Hot Topic kilt is great for getting younger adults to start wearing unbifurcated garments.