Wedding season is approaching full bloom with our team kilting up more grooms and guests every week. Now more than ever we find that couples are looking for ways to make their day unique 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 customise 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.
Can I hire any tartan?
Gone are the days of being restricted to a set range of hire tartans. While our Mist range and other hire tartans showcase a great range of colours and styles, there is something extra special about having the freedom to choose any tartan you like. That’s where our Choose Any Tartan Kilt Hire comes in. With more than 4,000 tartans to choose from, you could opt for you or your partner’s clan colours, a tartan that is special to you or simply one that matches your wedding theme. This is also a fantastic option if you want your groom's party to be able to coordinate seamlessly with your tartan choice. A new kilt will be created just for you and you can even choose to purchase it after your event for just £150. Book an in-person appointment at our Glasgow, Prestwick and Edinburgh to arrange your kilt hire. If you can't make it to any of our stores, book a virtual fitting and get the Kings of Kilts experience from the comfort of your own home.
The Groom’s Room with House Martin Barbers
Often, wedding mornings are seen as a special part of the bride’s day but not the groom’s. Our Groom’s Room service is here to change that. In partnership with the award-winning House Martin Barbers, the Groom’s Room is the ultimate wedding morning experience. You and your wedding party will be invited to enjoy professional haircuts and shaves, complimentary coffee, Cuban cigars and whisky from the Groom’s Room official whisky partner, Chivas Regal. One of our expert stylists will be there with our luxury dressing service to make sure everyone looks their best. Every part of this service is bespoke so we can tailor the experience to suit you, whether you want to chill out with a hand of poker or lounge in the coffee bar. If you’re looking for a wedding morning experience that you and your groom’s party won’t forget, contact House Martin at info@housemartinbarbers.co.uk or call 0141 352 9775 to get started.
What is handfasting?
Handfasting is becoming increasingly popular as a way for couples to connect with their Scottish heritage, while adding a distinctive element to their ceremony. Handfasting is a Celtic tradition that can be traced back as far as 7000 B.C. and symbolises the joining of two clans. Did you know that the phrase ‘tie the knot’ actually comes from this Scottish custom? The family tartans of the couple are woven into ribbons which are wrapped around their hands during the ceremony. The couple is asked to take a step back and in doing so, the handfastings stretch out and end up knotted together. This can add a touch of theatrics and Scottish flair to your ceremony and may be something your guests haven’t seen before. If you don’t have a clan tartan you could opt for one of our universal Mist tartans and complete the set with a matching ring bearer cushion.
Make your wedding day more personal
Leading the way for modern highlandwear, we have countless ideas to make your wedding day more personal. A simple but effective way to add an individual to touch to your big day is with our embroidery services. We can make your handfasting ribbons and ring bearer cushion extra special by adding your initials and we can also emboss your kilt straps for subtle finishing touch. Many of our kilt accessories are also available in different metal tones and finishes so it’s never been easier to create an outfit that is completely individual to you. When it comes to gifting, we also offer engraving for items such as hip flasks and sgian dubhs. Show your appreciation for your best man or future father-in-law with a gift that is customised just for them. Lastly, for peak personalisation, discover our Signature Collection Jacket and Waistcoat. This service allows you to design a bespoke jacket and waistcoat with every detail chosen by you, from fabric and linings to collar and cuff shapes. This is a piece in your wardrobe that you will treasure forever.
If you have an upcoming wedding or special occasion, now is the time to start planning your all-important outfit, accessories and finishing touches. Our dedicated Wedding Party Coordinators can guide you through every step of the way, helping you to arrange details such as groomsmens gifts and outfit logistics on the day. Get in touch with the team at weddings@macgregorandmacduff.co.uk or to book an appointment call 0141 280 3398.
