Dream Weddings

May 25, 2023

Traditional or modern, low-key or a family affair, whatever your dream wedding day looks like, we’re here to help you make it come to life. Although we aren’t half way through the year yet, we’ve already been a part of so many incredible wedding days. For the ultimate groomswear inspiration, dive into just a few of our favourites below!

Wedding Guide 2023

May 11, 2023

Wedding season is approaching full bloom and we’re kilting up more grooms and guests every week. Nowadays more than ever we find that couples are looking for ways to make their day unique and personal and highlandwear is an ideal way to do that. Although tartan and kilts are often seen as very traditional, there are so many ways you can use them to add a personal and contemporary touch to your big day. From handfasting ceremonies to hiring any tartan, dive into our ultimate guide to wedding season 2023.

Natalie and Arran Balsillie's Big Day

April 04, 2023

Natalie and Arran tied the knot last December and were kind enough to share their story with us for this blog. Arran and Natalie are actually close friends of Dave, who works in the marketing department here at MacGregor and MacDuff. Dave was invited to the wedding and when he returned to work after the celebrations and told us all about their special day, we knew that their story would be an excellent one to share on our website.   The first question we asked was why did Arran choose MacGregor and MacDuff. We know why we think people should...

Valentine's Day Style

February 14, 2023

It’s Valentine's Day and we’re looking forward to making many dream weddings come to life as well as spreading some love with our Scottish gifts. Keep reading for our guide to Valentine’s Day style, timeless gifts and Scottish touches to make your wedding day unforgettable.

A Fall Fairytale in Glen Coe

November 23, 2022

We struggle to think of a more picturesque place to see our kilts in action than in the iconic Glen Coe. Leaves turning brown, mist in the mountains and a beautiful couple, we are over the moon to be a part of this truly breathtaking wedding shoot organised and photographed by Michelle Malone and Mairi Tiffoney.

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.

Charlotte and Lee Tie The Knot

November 11, 2022

Each wedding has its own unique story. A story as unique as the couple tying the knot. Charlotte and Lee shared theirs with us. We’re in awe of their magical day at Brig o’ Doon House Hotel, and with Lee’s first ever kilt, crafted from Highland Granite tartan. When deciding what to wear, Charlotte, a Scottish bride, and Lee, an English groom, felt a kilt outfit was appropriate for their big day. “He was very excited to wear his first kilt and what better an occasion that your own wedding day.” While researching suppliers, the two came across our website....

A Decadent Day with Black Rabbit Projects

October 11, 2022

This September, a fantasy wedding came to life at the Marine Troon Hotel, courtesy of Black Rabbit Projects. We were so thrilled to be a part of the memorable collaboration with talented wedding suppliers across Scotland.

Katie & Ian's Wedding

September 01, 2022

Imagine saying yes to a boy whose mother is a world-class dress designer. That’s exactly what Katie did when she accepted the proposal from her now husband, Ian. Ian is the son of the very talented designer and valued partner of MacGregor and MacDuff, Joyce Young.

Kirsty & Dave's Big Day

August 03, 2022

With so many weddings happening this year we started writing blogs about some of our customer's big days. These blogs have been a great way to gain some insight into our customers' experiences. This blog is a similar type of story, but instead of it being about one of our customer's wedding experiences, it’s about mine!

Handfast for a year and a day

July 22, 2022

Handfasting is becoming more and more popular at Scottish wedding ceremonies. The ancient ritual of Celtic handfasting would have been seen as a sort of pre-marriage or trial run before both parties committed to the sanctity of marriage. The handfasting ceremony would validify the couple's commitment to each other for a year and one day, after which they would then decide if they want to continue the relationship and get married or go their own ways. The handfasting ceremony would also be seen as a public declaration that both parties were officially ‘off the market’ and rival suitors should back off.

The Mastery of Kiltmaking

June 22, 2022

Instantly recognisable all over the world, the kilt has become an important element of Scottish identity. Known not only for its undeniable Scottishness but also the expert craftsmanship that goes into creating one. A seemingly simple few yards of tartan cloth stitched into something complex and beautiful. Since the birth of the feileadh beag, which is what the kilt we know today was called, knowledge of how to create such an intricate garment was passed down through the generations. Each kiltmaker would have taught their children or apprentices the craft and the cycle continued over hundreds of years. Now that the internet...