A Winter Wedding Wonderland

December 21, 2021

When planning for a wedding, winter dates are often overlooked because it’s too cold, the weather can be unpredictable or because it’s too close to Christmas. Well we are here to let you in on a little secret, winter weddings can be magical.

Scottish Gothic Wedding Shoot

December 03, 2021

What an absolute pleasure to be included in this impeccably styled shoot by @whitneygrahamphotography & @peachesncreamuk. The theme of this portion of the shoot was Gothic, paying homage to the Georgian roots of the building. It's safe to say, they nailed it.

The History of Handfasting

November 26, 2021

Handfasting is an ancient Celtic tradition that dates back to 7000 B.C. Traditionally, when two people were brought to be married, a cord or piece of material was used to bind the couple’s hands together during the ceremony. Ancient Celtic law would see this union as a trial period that lasted for one year and one day which would ensure the couple was ready for the commitment of marriage.

Design Your Own Tartan

October 08, 2021

With weddings and events back in the diary, there has never been a better time to stand out from the crowd. With our tartan design service you don’t choose between modern or ancient, you choose bespoke. Design your very own tartan and have it officially registered in The Scottish Register of Tartans. Designing a tartan from scratch may seem like a complicated process but with the help of our in-house tartan designer, it couldn’t be easier.  The first step once you have decided that you want to design your own tartan is to get in touch with us. Our tartan...

Why choose an online appointment?

August 19, 2021

Buying a kilt has always been a fairly involved process with trips to the kilt store to browse through the tartan books, as well as getting those all important measurements taken. This process has been the same for hundreds of years up until relatively recently. With the accessibility of the internet these days, the need to physically go into a kilt store has become less of a necessity and more of an option. Today you can visit our online shop and buy a full kilt outfit without ever stepping into one of our stores or pop-up shops. It’s especially handy...

Should you hire or buy your wedding outfit?

August 05, 2021

A bride will have had an idea about what she wanted her dress to look like from a young age but in contrast, the wedding outfit can even be an afterthought for the groom! The first step is deciding you want to wear a kilt, the next is choosing whether to hire or buy your outfit. When weighing up the pros and cons of hiring and buying a kilt outfit for your wedding there are 3 main areas that you should focus on to help you make your decision.  Time The first factor is time as there is a significant...

What Sporran To Wear With A Kilt?

July 21, 2021

The word "sporran" is Gaelic for purse or pouch and was traditionally made from the by-products of what people were eating, like the skin of a deer or a calf. Sporrans were used by highlanders to store things like oatmeal, money or other items needed in daily life. Kilts have never had pockets but people have always had the need to carry various items around with them. Kilts still don't have pockets and sporrans are a practical and stylish way to carry things like your wallet, phone and hip flask. There are various styles and designs of sporrans but they...

The Wedding Guide

May 12, 2021

With summer on the horizon and lockdown slowly easing, we are starting to get excited about all the weddings we have to look forward to this year. While finally being able to say “I Do” is an exciting moment, we realise that there is probably still a lot of stress in getting things organised before the big day, that's where we come in. At MacGregor and MacDuff we are committed to creating dream weddings and have a range of services that can alleviate some of that stress. Is there a big group of people that all need outfits for the...

What to Consider When Hiring Kilts For a Wedding

March 03, 2021

Let our Wedding Experts guide you through all the different hire tartans, which accessories go best with our hire outfits and all the jacket options that you can choose for your own wedding outfit and the rest of your party. 

Universal Tartans That Anyone Can Wear

February 16, 2021

The main reason to pick a universal tartan however is simply because you like the colours and the design. It could go well with a colour scheme at a wedding or goes well with the tweed jacket colour that you like.

How do I find my Family or Clan Tartan?

February 11, 2021

The system of associating tartans with family names came about in the 19th century. This came about as all things Scottish became extremely popular during the 19th century, with special thanks to Walter Scott and his relationship with King George IV. 

Willow and Wilde Winter Shoot

December 10, 2020

After the awe-inspiring Autumn shoot with Willow and Wilde Photography and Film, we were delighted to be asked to provide another outfit for a breathtaking Winter Wonderland themed photoshoot at Auchen Castle.  Our chosen winter outfit for this shoot was the Hunting MacGregor Tartan, paired with the Glen Orchy Tweed Jacket and Waistcoat. We added a Silver Fox Sporran and pulled the winter look together with a deep burgundy cravat.   For more information on Willow and Wilde Photography and Film, visit willowandwilde.com Venue - Auchen Castle Florist - To A Mountain Daisy  Dresses - Anne Priscilla Hair - Elegant Bridal Hairstyling  Makeup Artist...