I probably get more miles out of my Mountain Hardwear kilts than Utilikilts these days. The comfort is remarkable. You mentioned self-belt on them. My first MH kilt was a size too large, but not unwearable. It became subject to experimentation. Since I don't like the long hem dragging over sweaty knees on uphill hikes I got busy with scissors and sewing machine. I removed a couple of inches from the hem. Then, I took the trimmings and fashioned belt loops. (I like to have a belt to hang phone and Leatherman tool.) I had enough left over for loops on the smaller sized -Med- MH kilt, too. The large is just for hikes, fishing, or canoeing. Perfect. I don't give a thought or care about male contours. Sports costumes don't either. I am what I am and people can get used to it.