Highlandwear Myths Busted

April 11, 2025

Kilts are more than just something you wear at a wedding, they are a symbol of heritage, pride, tradition and Scottish style. From its humble beginning as a practical garment in the highlands of Scotland to a globally recognised item of clothing, kilts over the centuries have grown in popularity. With that popularity comes myths and misconceptions, so let's set the record straight and tackle some of the biggest myths about kilts.

Customise Your Kilt Outfit With A Signature Design

February 23, 2025

What you choose to wear on a daily basis showcases your individuality and your Highlandwear shouldn’t be any different. With any kilt outfit, you can choose a different sporran or unique sgian dubh to help you stand out from the crowd, but why stop there? If you are looking for an outfit that you can cherish for years to come and wear at all the big moments in your life, why wouldn’t you want to make your outfit as unique as you are? Our Signature Design Service allows you to do just that, create a truly bespoke kilt outfit that...

Strictly Come Dancing Visits Scottish Kilt Shop

September 30, 2024

The biggest show on television stopped by Scotland’s finest kilt shop last week. We were delighted to welcome the stars of Strictly Come Dancing to our flagship store in Glasgow’s centre last week. 

Hire a Kilt for Your Glasgow Event

September 13, 2024

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.   Celebrate Scottish Tradition A kilt is more than just an outfit choice, it encompasses centuries of Scottish history and tradition. Wearing a kilt connects you to Scotland's past and...

Window Makeover with Glasgow Caledonian University

September 06, 2024

Over the past two years, we have had the pleasure of working with Glasgow Caledonian University students as part of their industry live projects. This year we collaborated with Second Year Fashion Design with Business students. The students were asked to use accents of our Mist tartans in a two piece garment with the aim to bring tartan to a new audience.

Ex-Hire Pop-Up Shop

August 30, 2024

Glasgow’s biggest ex-hire event is back this autumn. Filled with the highest quality highlandwear at a fraction of the cost, this is your chance to browse our vast ex-hire range and walk away with a bargain. Taking place on Saturday 5th October, our Ex-Hire Pop-Up Shop is an appointment only event and will be held at our warehouse in Kinning Park, Glasgow. Book today to join our stylists there.

Florin and Jenna's West End Wedding

April 17, 2024

Another year of weddings is ramping up and we’re taking a look back at Florin and Jenna’s spectacular day. From initial fittings to final touches, we love hearing about how our couples’ big days came to life. Groom Florin was kind enough to share his and Jenna’s story with us.

Scotch Malt Whisky Society Window Display

April 03, 2024

Our flagship store in Glasgow’s city centre has had makeover in time for spring and wedding season. Our latest window display celebrates our partnership with the Scotch Malt Whisky Society, a premium whisky club with venues all over the globe.  

Can I wear a kilt to the Open at Royal Troon 2024?

March 21, 2024

The Open is the oldest and most prestigious golf tournament in the world, and this year it returns to Royal Troon. It will be the 152nd time the championship has been held and the 10th time it has been hosted by Royal Troon. Set against the picturesque South Ayrshire coast, Royal Troon is one of Scotland’s finest courses, challenging players with its deep bunkers and often unforgiving weather conditions. For fans lucky enough to travel to Troon this year, the time has come to start thinking about what attire you will need to pack.

Annabelle and David's City Wedding Day

October 11, 2023

A day spent with family and friends, stopping off around some of Glasgow’s most iconic locations? Sounds like the dream day to us and that’s just what David and Annabelle’s wedding was! The newly-weds were kind enough to share the story of their day with us, as well as some fantastic images. Read all about their day below. 

The Groom's Room Experience at House Martin Barbers

October 04, 2023

As the wedding approaches, the groom's journey towards their big day is often filled with excitement, anticipation, and a touch of nervousness. Among the many preparations that come with weddings, the grooming and styling experience hold a very important place. There is no better place to embrace this experience than with our exclusive Groom's Room in the stylish House Martin Barbers on Bath Street, in Glasgow’s bustling City Centre. The Groom's Room is a space thoughtfully designed to offer a retreat from pre-wedding chaos, creating an ambiance that exudes relaxation and leaves you feeling confident ahead of your nuptials. House...