Utilikilts Flagship Retail Store

Mourn the loss of a great clothing line. I’m a huge fan of UK’s. In the past I have owned four, and have championed the cause of the kilt for years. I still champion kilts, UK… not so much. Back in the day, I could be a Many XL waist, and they had kilts to fit. Up a 56″ Waist!!! OUTstanding! Years passed, I lost a lot of weight, my kilts no longer fit. Now Utilikilts are Hipster Fashion. They sell the kilted equivalent of ‘skinny jeans’. Waist over 42″ need not shop here. And for TWO YEARS the sales staff have been making pie-​in-​the-​sky promises about size 44″ and above kilts. They’re always ‘in the next run’. Horse-​pucky. Just be honest about it, Utilikilts have stopped making good clothes for real people, they’re just another GAP, this one that makes kilts.

I don’t often change my reviews, but in this case, I am going to upgrade my two star review to a five star review. When I visited Utilikilt in May I was disappointed that I could not walk out of the shop with a kilt. But alas, they were going through a remodel of their product and were unable to help me. However, this month (October) I saw that they were back in the kilt selling business and I ordered what I had wanted back in May. But I ordered it with a severe time crunch for the event in which I wanted to wear it. I ordered on line and then sent an e-​mail to Steve Villagas at Utilikilt explaining that I would love to have it for a charity event here in Escondido by the 14^th. He said it would be a push, but he would see what he could do. Today, my new kilt arrived. Not only is it built like a tank and of amazing high quality, but they rushed the order to me with no additional charge. I absolutely am now a fan of Utilikilt and highly recommend them. And tomorrow I will be styling at the Stachetoberfest at Stone Brewery in Escondido. Thank you Steve Villagas and the folks at Utilikilt.

I came here on a previous Seattle trip ’cause the person I was traveling with, another good concert buddy of mine was Scottish and it was his idea to check this store out. I will admit that I was intrigued. A lot of the kilts are very high quality. Customer service was good. Very knowledgeable staff.

whether you like the product or not this store is pretty great.
the staff is well educated and generally uses their own product. there is a cold beer fridge for any shopper and you can try anything on. go have some fun or a quirky date night stop in to try on a utilikilt! they hand make them right there upstairs. bam! how’s THAT for local!

A great shop with fantastic selection even during their big sale. Excited to see the new line coming out. Tonya (spelling?) and her friend who stopped by were super helpful and great to chat with as I tried on kilts. Definitely stop in if you are in Seattle.

The guy who was working here was extremely rude. He spent most of his time on his phone. He snapped at us for asking if they had and traditional kilts, sorry that I’m not a kilt expert, but you don’t have to be a snarky asshole.

i had to give these guys at Utilikilt 5 stars due to their complete care and generosity. Do you want to deal with real people who actually care about making quality clothing? Do you want to have the utmost in customers service where they actually want to make you happy by catering to your every need? Not pretentious, not too cool for you, just local people making a living selling kilts and doing a damn fine job. If you are man enough to rock a kilt, then get yer balls in there and set them free in Seattles finest garment. Our family loves you Utilikilt.

I bought my first kilt on my recent trip to Seattle. I have always wanted one from this store… great service. I live in Vermont, so I am waiting to wear it shortly in the snow !!!

Went in this morning after debating whether I wanted to purchase a kilt for the last couple of months. Walked in as soon as the store opened and received amazing customer service, got fitted right away, and had no high pressure sales tactics or other BS that I personally cannot stand when trying to purchase something. The quality of product that I received was well worth the price and you can shop right off the scratch and dent wall if you would like a bit of a discount. I’m a big guy and personally hate shopping for any clothes but even when dropping your pants in the middle of the store you still feel comfortable in this place!!! I am sure I will return to purchase yet another in the future!!!

DON’T BUY ONLINE FROM THEM!!! Do it in person at a shop or at a festival. It’s worth the wait. Their sizing is far enough off that you are almost guaranteed to need to do a return, even if you use one of their old kilts as a reference point. Save yourself the $ 20 and the time and energy of sizing cause it’s not going to fit right anyway and they are not flexible. I know, those of us that want to buy ethically sourced and responsibly made clothing sometimes have to buy online to get what we want but in this case it’s worth it to wait and do it in person.

It never fails. The most scruffy and intimidating of men I’d yet seen today slumbers up to me, as I jump from the seat of my trailer-​toting Smart Car. The man asks, «Is that a utilkilt?»
With an eager smile I respond with «Yes!», and thus a conversation begins; he thinks they’re awesome, wants to know what I think, and where to buy them.
Whew!
I happily sported a pair at my wedding, and throughout the honeymoon and remaining summer. Now happily sporting a pair as we finish remodeling our house.
Thanks for an awesome product, and the spectacular in-​store customer service.

A while ago I caught sight of Utilikilts but they were closed so I recently made a point to go back when I was in the area.
I mean you just got to love a store that is entirely devoted to kilts!
The selection is wide and vast and amazing to browse through!
The material that makes up the kilts are sturdy, they are very well made!
There are so many kinds to pick from! Black ones, khaki ones, denim ones and more custom made ones like with paint splatters or reflective strips like you see road construction workers wearing.
I would love to own a bonafide kilt but it may be a while because I am overcome with all the options and varieties!
Awesome store!

I am an Utilikilt fan. My first experience with them was my ex who wore an utilikilt when he went out dancing. The whole look makes me melt. I managed to talk my fiancée in to visiting this shop and checking out some kilts. He was instantly a fan.
The gentleman who helped us out was really friendly. He spent most of the visits cracking jokes. He was in no way high pressure about closing the sale. He just let us try on style after style and kilt after kilt. It was a lot of fun. We ended up buying a khaki kilt that was set to be discontinued and discounted because of it. We are calling it my fiancée’s starter kilt as we know he will be back for more.
The prices are on par with the quality running $ 150-​$ 500 depending on material and style. They are all constructed from thick material that appears very sturdy. These are definitely a man’s garments meant to keep up with men doing strong manly things. *swoon*
If you are headed in hear though leave your modesty at home because there is no dressing room. They will wrap you up and have you drop your drawers in front of G-​d and everybody. It isn’t as bad as it sounds. They also give you free beer so how can you beat that!
So men of Seattle free your bits. Shed those constricting pants seeking to hide your many glory and let it free.

Great clothes. Great folk. I threw away the fat pants I walked in with…

I had been wanting to go here for a few years and finally had the opportunity to stop in for a fitting. Nothing quite like dropping your drawers in front of God and everyone but definitely an experience worth having: D
Crash had me in a Utilikilt and my pants on the floor before my wife could whistle.
I have to say they are a fun bunch of guys that do this and while the price seems a little steep, I am saving my pennies.

I own five Utilikilts, and wear them year-​round and around the world. I am a constant evangelist for the Brotherhood Of The Kilt, and hand out hundreds of business cards every year.
The Pioneer Square store is Mecca for those of us who wear them and love them. Tim and staff are the most awesome folks you’ll ever run across, anywhere. Yes, they are frank; yes, they are gruff and honest; yes, they make fun of EVERYthing. And do you know why? Because they HAVE to.
Those who wear them full-​time are badgered by questions, comments, slurs and what most folks would consider harassment everywhere we go. After a while you just become used to it, and have at the ready a whole palette of witty quips and pithy replies to pretty much every variation of «nice skirt» or «what you wearing under there?» and the ever-​popular «you some kind of faggot?» (My standard replies: «It’s only a skirt if you’re wearing panties under it… wanna find out?», «A lady never asks, and a gentleman never tells!», and «Absolutely, just ask my hot wife!»)
SO cut them some slack, STFU and get in there and drop your pants. It will change your life.

Stopped in to visit Utilikilts to try on one of their kilts — the «original» model.
As others have stated — there is no dressing room — an employee will wrap the kilt around you and you then drop your pants and snap the kilt in place try it on. I was surprised at first and thought they were kidding — but quickly realized they were not and got over my mild discomfort.
The Utilikilts are awesome! Found my size with the help of the guys. I own a couple of traditional kilts — but soon will be buying a Utilikilt or two. Can’t wait!

«OOOOOOO…Big Viking Legs… I like»…says my cute wife.
Next thing you know I’m trying on a kilt with pockets that hold 20 beers!
I said to the guy there, my wife wants me to try on a kilt…“Do you want to try on a kilt?” he replies. Yeah OK I’ll do it.
It was pretty awesome and freeing if you get my dangle. I tried one and it was a slight bit small so I tried another with a slight different material. It was funny you just face away from the guy, he wraps you with the kilt and you drop your pants, all right next to the rack. Debbie loved it on me and I was geared up to pick one up thinking, this might set me back a little in the dollar department.
«Ok I like it, what is this going to run me?» «$ 360.00»…ok cool… I’ll check out the sale rack or ebay or… uh, maybe I don’t need the kilt that bad. I knew it would cost a little bit assuming $ 100 – 160 but… yikes!
At least he gave me the tip to order online or check ebay since he said guys drink too much and get too fat for their kilts. He told me I could always check them out at «Dragoncon»…dragon what? I guess I’m just not that hip to this whole kilt culture. All I know is the wife likes my beard and big legs and heritage and I’ll do what I can to please… After all I have the Scotish, Irish, Scandinavian mutt thing going so at least part of me belongs in this Kilt.
Thanks guys at Utilikilt, this was an eye opening experience and I just might show up at one of my hikes one day in a kilt because of you.

Love my kilts. Love the employees with attitude that work there. Love my new phat belt. I really try not to accessorize there, but they have some great stuff including New Rock boots.

So when my boss bought a few of these Utilikilts a while back, we all thought it was pretty funny (especially the kind with a special «beer cut» for the more zaftig utilikilt afficianados). I had no idea they were in Seattle, but when I saw them on the tourist map I told my friend we had to check it out. So we made our way to Pioneer Square to visit the store like a couple of religious pilgrims or something. It turned out to be a hoot and a half – lots of funny/​cool stuff to see (check out my photos). The one dude working in the store was really nice and I chatted with him a bit on how I made my way to his store and he said my boss should send in his pics so they can display them on the TV in the store. If you’re in the area it might be worth popping in to check it out.

I’m going to quietly sidestep the very observant point my friend Katy made about Utilikilts– that these have become THE icon of Seattle counterculture. Guys wear them. Girls wear them. I wouldn’t be all that surprised to see a Great Dane in one soon.
So lets talk about the Utilikilt, and its store in Pioneer Square. You have to be open-​minded. First off, kilts are not girly. I dare you to look any of these guys (or their Scottish forebearers) and call them ‘girly.’ The guys are funny, irreverent and very frank. All the people who work here wear the product with pride.
When you walk in, be prepared to turn around and drop trow. Right there in the middle of the store. Fortunately one of the guys is shielding you from the world with a utilikilt and in a few seconds, you are wearing one. There are a lot of varieties and styles– casual, sturdy, dressy. These aren’t the woven plaid kilts of yore, they are meant to be modern.
I was told when I went in that kilts will run a little bigger around the waist than your usual pair of pants, because they are worn differently. Try one out, at least for fun. Do it on a hot day, and enjoy the breeze.
Would I get one? Heck yes. Once I raised the money! They are not cheap. They are comfortable, tongue-​in-​cheek to mainstream America, and amazingly practical. And it shows off my legs. :-p