What Tartans Does King Charles III Wear?

August 14, 2025

Like his mother, King Charles III has a deep connection to Scotland and is often seen at events like the Braemar Highland Games. Throughout his life, he has spent many summers at Balmoral Castle and has been spotted wearing highlandwear, notably a tartan kilt. The King has been photographed in several iconic tartans, some of which hold royal significance, while others are more commonly worn.   What’s the Difference Between Universal and Clan Tartans? As a general rule of thumb, tartan can be classified as either Universal or Clan: Universal tartans hold no clan or familial significance and can be...

How to Introduce Tartan into your Wardrobe

July 30, 2025

We often refer to tartan as a Scottish staple that never goes out of style. From weddings to graduations and celebrations, we Scots are highlandwear enthusiasts love to find a reason to reach for our kilts. However, sometimes a kilt may not be appropriate or we want to put a twist on our favourite tartan. Keep reading for our top tips on how to introduce tartan into your wardrobe. 

The Ultimate Packing List for Scottish Weddings

July 15, 2025

While we may be a bit biased, we don’t think there are many celebrations that can rival a Scottish wedding. A kaleidoscope of tartan, bagpipes and ceilidhs, it's a full day of tradition, celebration and style. For men, what you wear plays a part in this experience. Whether you are a groom, a member of the wedding party, or simply attending as a guest, wearing a highlandwear outfit to a Scottish wedding only enhances your day. You can choose a full kilt outfit or tartan trews or trousers, both deliver a distinctively Scottish look and are at home at a Scottish wedding. Here...

Summer Style at Glasgow's Leading Kilt Shop

July 09, 2025

Summer has landed at our flagship store in Glasgow’s city centre and our window has had a wonderful makeover to match. Keep reading to see our latest window display come to life. 

Chris and Zoe's Wedding Day

June 25, 2025

Over the past few months, we have been kilting up more and grooms ahead of their big days. From your first appointment to final fittings, we love nothing more than seeing your dream outfit come to life. Newly-weds Zoe and Chris were kind enough to share some of the best moments of their wedding with us. Dive into their wonderful day below.

Prestwick Kilt Shop Turns 30

June 11, 2025

We’re celebrating 30 years of our Prestwick store with a very special window display. Our Prestwick kilt shop has been serving the people of Ayrshire all those years, kilting up grooms, guests, graduates and more! Keep reading to see how our window came together. 

Signature Design Kilt Outfit Ideas and Inspiration

May 28, 2025

Many of us have pictured our dream outfit but can’t seem to find it anywhere. Enter our Signature Design Service. This premium service allows you to choose every design element of your jacket and waistcoat to create a one-of-a-kind piece you won't find anywhere else. From classic tweeds to fashion-forward velvets, get inspired for your next creation.

How to Get Your Highlandwear Without Breaking the Bank

May 21, 2025

At MacGregor and MacDuff, we understand that investing in Highlandwear is a meaningful decision. Whether it's for your wedding, an upcoming event or even just as a way to celebrate your Scottish heritage, a kilt outfit is more than just an outfit choice. We pride ourselves on being able to offer our customers a wide range of highlandwear options for all the important moments of their lives, delivering expert customer service and craftsmanship at every point. While a kilt can be enjoyed for a lifetime and beyond, we recognise that not every customer is ready for a full investment. Thankfully, there...

Glasgow's Leading Ex-Hire Pop-Up Shop

May 07, 2025

Back by popular demand, our Ex-Hire Pop-Up Shop returns this June. Taking place on the 12th of June between 4.30pm and 8.30pm, this is your chance to grab our high quality highlandwear for less. Get measured by our stylists, then choose from a wide selection of ex-hire, ex-display and only worn kilts and even some tartan trews, trousers and accessories. To give you the best possible experience, we run our ex-hire events on an appointment only basis, book today and keep reading to learn more.

When Should I Book The Kilt Outfit For My Wedding?

April 23, 2025

Getting married is an exciting journey, filled with decisions big and small. When brides think of their wedding, they picture their dream wedding dress, but for grooms, their outfits can sometimes be one of their later decisions. If you are planning on wearing a kilt for your wedding, there are a few things you need to know about the timings for both hiring and buying the outfits for your big day.   When should I book my wedding kilt hire? Hiring the outfits for you and your groomsmen is a great option if you want everyone to match. We have...

Highlandwear Myths Busted

April 11, 2025

Kilts are more than just something you wear at a wedding, they are a symbol of heritage, pride, tradition and Scottish style. From its humble beginning as a practical garment in the highlands of Scotland to a globally recognised item of clothing, kilts over the centuries have grown in popularity. With that popularity comes myths and misconceptions, so let's set the record straight and tackle some of the biggest myths about kilts.