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There
is little evidence that the Irish ever wore kilts historically. Irish
tartans and Irish kilts are modern inventions. Nevertheless, our Irish
tartans are still a very popular choice for those of Irish descent who
want to wear an Ancient Kilt, so we have made them available!
These are the same style kilts
worn in the movie Braveheart. Our Ancient Kilts are the perfect highland
attire for Renaissance festivals and other reenactment events. Depending
on who you talk to, they may be historically accurate or not, but our
Ancient Kilt is much cooler and more practical than a Great Kilt for hot
weather wear. We recommend them to anyone looking for the Renaissance
Highland look.
The Ancient Kilt is essentially a Phillabeg
with extra tartan attached for a sash. It is different from a Great Kilt
because it is made from single-width fabric (25-30 inches wide) instead
of double-width, which means you don't have the bulk of fabric above the
belt that you do with a great kilt. The Ancient Kilt is made from a longer
piece of tartan than the Great Kilt, which allows you to pleat it leaving
2-3 yards as a sash that can be worn over the shoulder. Normally, you
pleat the kilt each time you wear it, and, like the great kilt, the only
thing that holds it together is your belt. As a convenient option though,
we can sew the pleats in place for you - see
below.
The 6 yard kilt will fit up
to about a 38 inch waist. An 8 yard kilt will fit up to about a 48 inch
waist. A 10 yard kilt will fit 50+ waist sizes. If your waist size is
close to one of these limits, consider the next size larger if you want
deeper pleats. For example, if you have a 38 inch waist, a 6yd kilt will
have pleats approximately 2 inches wide and 3-4 inches deep. An 8yd kilt
will have pleats approximately 1 inch wide and 6-8 inches deep.
How to
measure for your Ancient Kilt: 1) Measure
the waist size at your actual waist, where you usually wear your
pants. 2) Measure the length 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.
Homespun
Irish Ancient Kilts
Our Irish
Ancient Kilt is a standard Ancient Kilt made using Irish tartans.
Our Homespun tartan is made from a 55/45 blend of polyester and
wool. It is woven by hand on old-world looms, and looks very authentic
to what would have been woven historically. The yarn is worsted,
but not spun as tightly as modern machine-made tartan. The cloth
is also not as tightly woven. Homespun tartan will pleat by hand
easily, but will not develop a sharp edge. Small snags, pulls, holes
and other assorted blemishes are common. Because it is hand woven,
these flaws are a natural part of it's character. Homespun is approximately
a 9/10oz. fabric, but feels thicker due to it's looser weave.
Homespun
Wool Blend Ancient Kilt
(Catalog tartan
list O)
KAHS – 6 yds, $119 (fits up to about a 38in. waist)
KAHS – 8 yds, $159 (fits up to about a 48in. waist) New
Size!
KAHS – 10 yds, $199 (fits 50in.+ waist sizes) New Size!
Pleating instructions are included with each kilt. Traditionally
these kilts are pleated each time you wear them. We ask for size
information to be sure that your kilt will fit you correctly, but
we do not pleat the kilt for you unless you also select Cheater
Pleats™ as an additional option.
Please allow 1-3 weeks for delivery. View
our selection of Irish Stock Homespun Tartans
NOTE — You will need a brooch to hold your kilt on. The plain
penannular brooch is a great, economical way to get the job done!
Click the checkbox below to add one to your order, or go here
to check out other options.
Premium
Wool Irish Ancient Kilts
Made from 100% pure new
wool, and woven in Scotland, this is the same tartan most of you
are familiar with, used in modern, tailored, formal kilts. This
is your best option if you are looking for a specific tartan, as
there are over 500 available, and it makes a great looking Ancient
Kilt.
Ancient
Kilt, 11 oz Premium Wool
(Catalog tartan
list A & B)
KA011 – 6 yds, $269 (fits up to about a 38in. waist)
KA011 – 8 yds, $359 (fits up to about a 48in. waist) New
Size!
KA011 – 10 yds, $449 (fits 50in.+ waist sizes) New Size!
Made from light weight 10/11oz premium wool tartan, woven in Scotland.
This is the most commonly available tartan fabric. Makes a great
looking kilt, and the light weight is especially nice for hot weather
wear. Pleating instructions are included with each kilt. Traditionally
these kilts are pleated each time you wear them. We ask for size
information to be sure that your kilt will fit you correctly, but
we do not pleat the kilt for you unless you also select Cheater
Pleats™ as an additional option.
Special-order. Please allow 6-12 weeks for delivery.
NOTE —
You will need a brooch to hold your kilt on. The plain penannular
brooch is a great, economical way to get the job done! Click the
checkbox below to add one to your order, or go here
to check out other options.
Add a large plain penannular brooch to your order for only $15.
Qty.
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Ancient
Kilt, 11 oz Premium Wool
(Catalog tartan
list C)
KA011 – 6 yds, $289 (fits up to about a 38in. waist)
KA011 – 8 yds, $389 (fits up to about a 48in. waist) New
Size!
KA011 – 10 yds, $479 (fits 50in.+ waist) New Size!
Made from light weight 10/11oz premium wool tartan, woven in Scotland.
This is the most commonly available tartan fabric. Makes a great
looking kilt, and the light weight is especially nice for hot weather
wear. Pleating instructions are included with each kilt. Traditionally
these kilts are pleated each time you wear them. We ask for size
information to be sure that your kilt will fit you correctly, but
we do not pleat the kilt for you unless you also select Cheater
Pleats™ as an additional option.
Special-order. Please allow 6-12 weeks for delivery.
NOTE —
You will need a brooch to hold your kilt on. The plain penannular
brooch is a great, economical way to get the job done! Click the
checkbox below to add one to your order, or go here
to check out other options.
Add a large plain penannular brooch to your order for only $15.
Qty.
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Ancient
Kilt, 13 oz Premium Wool
(Catalog tartan
list D & E)
KA013 – 6 yds, $329 (fits up to about a 38in. waist)
KA013 – 8 yds, $439 (fits up to about a 48in. waist) New
Size!
KA013 – 10 yds, $549 (fits 50in.+ waist) New Size!
Made from medium weight 12/13oz premium wool tartan, woven in Scotland.
Tartan availability is more limited, but if you are going to go
with modern tartan rather than homespun, and if your tartan happens
to be available, we recommend a medium weight kilt. Medium weight
tartan will hang better and take a crisper pleat than light weight
tartan, while still being comfortable to wear.
Pleating instructions are included with each kilt. Traditionally
these kilts are pleated each time you wear them. We ask for size
information to be sure that your kilt will fit you correctly, but
we do not pleat the kilt for you unless you also select Cheater
Pleats™ as an additional option. Special order. Please
allow 6-12 weeks for delivery.
NOTE —
You will need a brooch to hold your kilt on. The plain penannular
brooch is a great, economical way to get the job done! Click the
checkbox below to add one to your order, or go here
to check out other options.
Add a large plain penannular brooch to your order for only $15.
Qty.
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Ancient
Kilt, Old & Rare 13 oz Premium Wool
(Catalog tartan
list F)
KA13R – 6 yds, $459 (fits up to about a 38in. waist)
KA13R – 8 yds, $599 (fits up to about a 48in. waist) New
Size!
KA13R – 10 yds, $749 (fits 50in.+ waist) New Size!
Made from medium weight 12/13oz wool premium tartan, woven in Scotland.
The Old & Rare Collection includes many tartans not available
anywhere else, and the colors are rich and beautiful. Medium weight
tartan will hang better and take a crisper pleat than light weight
tartan, while still being comfortable to wear.
Pleating instructions are included with each kilt. Traditionally
these kilts are pleated each time you wear them. We ask for size
information to be sure that your kilt will fit you correctly, but
we do not pleat the kilt for you unless you also select Cheater
Pleats™ as an additional option. Special order. Please
allow 6-12 weeks for delivery.
NOTE —
You will need a brooch to hold your kilt on. The plain penannular
brooch is a great, economical way to get the job done! Click the
checkbox below to add one to your order, or go here
to check out other options.
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Add a large plain penannular brooch to your order for only $15.
Qty.
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