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...

Kilt Hire Guide

August 14, 2024

It’s the season of weddings and celebrations and we’re here to make sure you look and feel your best. Thanks to our extensive hire range, you can look the part without committing to a full new outfit. Hire with confidence with our handy guide.

When is a Kilt Appropriate?

April 29, 2024

Kilts have been a common sight in Scotland since the 16th century, first as daily garments in the highlands and then as occasion wear, as we know them today. Whether they are worn to pay homage to Scottish heritage or to make a stylish statement, kilts have never been more popular. They are comfortable, stylish and with an endless list of tartan options, they are a great way to showcase your individuality. With so many great reasons to wear a kilt, are there places or times where a kilt wouldn’t be appropriate?

What Should You Wear to a Burns Supper?

January 10, 2024

Every year on January 25th, people worldwide commemorate the incredible life and work of Robert Burns. The inaugural Burns Night was held in 1801, five years after his death, by a group of his close friends at the Burns Cottage in Alloway. The evening consisted of various performances and speeches, accompanied by a classic haggis dinner. The first Burns Supper was so well-received that the group decided to make it an annual event, henceforth celebrated each year on Burns' birthday.

When Should You Start Arranging Your Kilt?

November 22, 2023

The design of a traditional Scottish kilt has remained largely unchanged since the 18th century. From weaving the tartan to folding the pleats, each step of the process requires great skill and craftsmanship. Even after the Industrial Revolution introduced commodities like weaving and sewing machines, the process is still fairly complex. The intricacy and complexity of kilts is what makes them special, meaning production does take time. Whether you are buying a machine-made or handmade kilt, it’s important to consider how far in advance you should get things organised. While hire kilts aren’t made to order, during busy times of...

Harris Mist and Tarbert Tweed for Hire

September 01, 2023

After many months of planning and preparation, our sixth MacGregor and MacDuff exclusive tartan was launched earlier this year. Unique yet versatile, Harris Mist quickly became one of our favourite tartans, especially when paired with its perfect partner, our Tarbert Tweed Jacket and Waistcoat. Our newest tartan and tweed will be available as part of our hire range from the 1st of September and we can’t wait to see how you style them. Keep reading for Harris Mist and Tarbert Tweed style inspiration to get you started.

How Much Does it Cost to Hire a Kilt in 2024?

June 14, 2023

Wearing a kilt to a formal or semi-formal occasion is always the best choice, in our humble opinion at least. A kilt delivers a wow factor that a suit just can’t seem to match. Whether you are looking for a kilt to wear to a Burns Supper or are looking to get your groomsman kitted out for the big day, our Kilt Hire service is here to help. We have stores in Glasgow, Edinburgh and Prestwick as well as pop-up services in London and Manchester, as well as a Virtual Kilt Fitting Service, all of which can help you arrange your next highlandwear...

Hire Any Tartan

November 17, 2022

Your hire tartan options don’t have to be limited. Whether you want a traditional Clan tartan to celebrate your heritage or simply want your best man to match you on your big day, our Choose Any Tartan Kilt Hire is an opportunity not to be missed. This service gives you the chance to choose from any of our 4,000 different tartans, a game-changer when it comes to highlandwear hiring. Keep reading to find out more about this unique service.

How is a kilt worn?

October 28, 2022

The kilt is a garment steeped in Scottish history and culture. A simple length of tartan that has been expertly crafted into something iconic, using centuries-old techniques. Kilts are a common sight at Scottish occasions and while worn less in other countries, they are still very well-known and recognised around the world. It’s the kilt’s worldwide popularity that sees people dawn their first kilt and for that reason, we feel it’s our duty to help these new kilt wearers by passing on as much knowledge as we can.

What accessories are needed with a kilt?

September 28, 2022

With highlandwear, the focus is always around the kilt, and rightly so. The tartan, the swing of the pleats, there’s a lot to love about a kilt, but it’s only one piece of the puzzle when it comes to a full highlandwear outfit. A lot of the time, kilt accessories are overlooked or left as an afterthought which is a shame as the accessories are arguably the most fun part of buying a kilt outfit. The accessories are also where you are able to add a touch of personal style to your highlandwear look and therefore should be given as...

How far in advance should I hire a kilt?

June 01, 2022

Kilts have been worn in Scotland for centuries. First, as the Feileadh Mòr or great kilt and worn only by highlanders and then as the kilt we know today, from the around late 17th century. However, it wasn't until the 19th century that the kilt had its great revival and its popularity soared. From this period onwards, kilts became more and more common, not as everyday wear but worn at special occasions. That popularity hasn’t slowed down, quite the opposite has happened and kilts today are arguably more in demand than in any other period of history. At least in Scotland,...