Glasgow is a city of rich culture and diverse history, making it the ideal place to embrace Scottish tradition by wearing a kilt. Whether you are attending a ceilidh, a wedding or even a world-famous old firm football match, hiring a kilt in Glasgow can add a touch of style and heritage to your outing. Here are the reasons why you should hire a kilt for your next Glasgow event.
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Are kilts only for formal events?
A kilt outfit is a great option for formal events in Glasgow as they are traditionally considered formal attire. This doesn’t mean that they are only for formal occasions. Kilt outfits come in many variations and can be dressed up or down to suit the event. The Prince Charlie is the most formal highlandwear option. It features a short-cut jacket that has tails at the back and is sometimes referred to as a Scottish tuxedo. The Argyll outfit has a more modern style jacket but is still a fairly formal option. You also get tweed kilt outfits which are modern and considered slightly less formal, but still a great option for weddings and similar celebrations. A ghillie kilt outfit is a traditionally casual kilt outfit. It is worn with a ghillie shirt and no jacket, making it a top choice for Glasgow’s coveted ceilidhs. You can also get creative and style your own kilt outfit, whether that be by wearing a woollen jumper and boots with your kilt or even with a football shirt. Kilts are versatile and how you style your outfit or what accessories you choose to wear with it is a personal choice. This allows you to curate your personal highlandwear style to the formality of the event you are attending.
Is hiring a kilt in Glasgow cost-effective?
Owning your own kilt is great as you will always have a highlandwear option in your wardrobe ready to go, but it is a significant investment. Hiring a kilt, in Glasgow especially, is convenient and more cost-effective, especially if you only need a kilt occasionally. At MacGregor and MacDuff we have a wide range of kilt hire options to suit any budget and style. We have 7 jacket styles and 15 hire tartans to choose from. We also have a Choose Any Tartan Hire option that gives you the ability to hire a kilt in any of our 4,000 different tartans. With this hire choice, we will make a new kilt in your measurements for your event and once you are done with it, you can either return it to us like a normal hire or keep it for an additional cost. A great idea if you need a specific tartan to match a wedding scheme or want to honour your own heritage with a clan tartan.
Where can I hire a kilt in Glasgow?
For kilt hire in Glasgow, MacGregor and MacDuff have you covered. We have two kilt stores in Glasgow, one in the City Centre on Bath Street and one in the West End on Dumbarton Road. Our City Centre location is our flagship store and boasts three levels of highlandwear. From hiring to buying you’ll find everything you need when it comes to highlandwear here. Our West End location is ideal for people who drive and want to avoid the busy city streets. With ample parking and a large showroom, our West End store is a really great location for grooms parties to get measured and choose the all-important wedding outfits. All of our stores are filled with expert staff who can help you find your ideal highlandwear style. We do operate on an appointment-only basis so make sure you book your visit when the time comes to arrange your next Glasgow kilt hire.