It’s our third year working with the talented fashion students at Glasgow Caledonian University and their designs just keep getting better and better. Over the years, we have loved being part of the Fashion with Business students' live project. The students are tasked with incorporating our Mist tartans into two garments with the goal of introducing tartan to a new audience. Creativity paired with the highest quality craftsmanship, we always look forward to seeing what they come up with. Keep reading to see our favourite design from last year and a very special window display to celebrate it.   The project begins with the budding designers paying a visit to our flagship kilt shop on Bath Street. The students have the chance to learn a bit more about the Kings of Kilts ethos and see our highlandwear and kilts in person. Later in the year, our marketing team was invited to the university to see the students' final presentations. These included all of the students’ research, sketches and design ideas. Finally, we see the outfits take to the catwalk in an array of tartan, textiles and shapes. As champions of contemporary Scottish style, our team always comes away feeling so inspired by the students' innovative ideas and enthusiasm.  Each year, our favourite outfit is featured in a unique window display at our Glasgow city centre store. While we were so impressed with many of the designs, our worthy winner was Abigail Chapman. Abigail took inspiration from her love of highland dancing to create a garment which was not only incredibly eye-catching but crafted to the highest quality. The silhouettes of her shirt and skirt were influenced by the shapes which highland dancers make when they perform, and elements such as Celtic kilt straps and buckles were a fitting nod to the traditional dress the dancers wear. The combination of denim and our exclusive Islay Mist tartan showcased the perfect blend of textiles to create something modern and fresh. Congratulations to Abigail, we look forward to seeing what you do next!     If you’re in the city centre in the next few weeks, make sure to take a stroll past our display. Thank you to all of the wonderful students who took part in this project and to Glasgow Caledonian University for having us on board once again. We are delighted to announce that we will be working with the students again in 2026. The focus of their designs will be on using our tartan in garments with a streetwear focus. We're excited to see what they come up with!